Re: Pulling the motor from a '54 Clipper

Posted by HH56 On 2012/4/8 10:26:25

Probably lots of suggestions and ways to do it so will be interesting to see the answers.

When I did my 54 the engine and trans was done in one piece but you need some decent equipment. The weight is significant and center of gravity is far back. My cherry picker was barely able to do it without tipping. Think there was even some extra weight sitting on the pivot or jack end to keep it stable. Maybe an overhead hoist could do it better.

I used an adjustable lift device attached between the picker and engine that screws in and out to change the center of gravity. You need to be able to tip and guide the trans end into position and level it out then drop down. My front was totally apart which made things doable. If the front stays on, I don't think you will have the room for one piece -- both in length and height. There is also the chance of dropping or banging something into the fender or grill.

If you do remove the front you will be able to freshen up many other things which would be hard to get to otherwise.