Home engine swap.
09-21-2009, 05:15 PM
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Home engine swap.
How hard was it and do you have any recommendations?
Im thinking about stocking up with some tools from harbor freight and trying to make this a weekend project, instead of going home to do it. I really dont have any time, so it will probably get spread out over the course of two weekends. I know im gonna have to probably buy a cherry picker,although I wish i could find one to rent. As well as jackstands and a jack. Any other insight is appreciated.
I know I what tools im missing to get the tranny out, im really more worried about having to move the truck outta the garage to drop the engine in....
TIA
Colton
Im thinking about stocking up with some tools from harbor freight and trying to make this a weekend project, instead of going home to do it. I really dont have any time, so it will probably get spread out over the course of two weekends. I know im gonna have to probably buy a cherry picker,although I wish i could find one to rent. As well as jackstands and a jack. Any other insight is appreciated.
I know I what tools im missing to get the tranny out, im really more worried about having to move the truck outta the garage to drop the engine in....
TIA
Colton
09-21-2009, 05:33 PM
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I have a well rounded set of tool, like a 210 piece craftsman set. I know I need some long extensions to get the tranny out. Does autozone rent engine hoist's? I doubt it... but that would be nice
The 4.8 spun a bearing I think, and I recently acquired an engine from a member. I should pick it up tomorrow
The 4.8 spun a bearing I think, and I recently acquired an engine from a member. I should pick it up tomorrow
