I've searched and read a million articles on dropping the engine using floor jack(s) but cannot find a stated minimum in inches needed for clearance in the rear to pull it out. I can pull my carbs and oil breather box to lessen the vertical dimension of the engine and I will be removing the rear valence to provide more clearance. I have a low-profile jack and a Tangerine lift plate. Anyone have a ball park figure on the height needed from the ground to the back bottom of the car to get this beast out?
Car is a '74 2.0L. Thanks.
Ansbacher
Rhino Ramps.
Let me go measure. I only had my back wheels on Rhino Ramps and the carbs removed to drop the engine last time.
I've done it a couple times with the rear wheels on metal ramps and the front wheels on the ground. Rear valance removed. Stock with the air cleaner and electric engine fan off.
I have done it with the rear tires sitting on five 2" x 8" boards under each tire. It was a tight fit but the rear bumper and valance were still attached. I think each 2 x 8 is actually 1.5" tall so my wheels were 7.5" off the ground (with compressed suspension) and I think the rear was about 24" off the ground. I lowered the engine and trans onto a furniture dolly and rolled it out the back.
Mepstein: Did you have any problem with the engine bar clearing the ramps when pulling out to the rear?
Ansbacher
Thanks Bretth, those are great numbers for me to chew on.
Ansbacher
Mepstein: Great advice. Yes, first time. Am retired and have all the time in the world to be methodic and careful. Plus I have a willing and strong helper in my neighbor across the street. Am looking forward to this job. At the end, I should have a new clutch and a trans and engine that doesn't leak.
Ansbacher
@http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showuser=17589 I'm about to drop mine to hopefully seal up some head to cylinder air leaks as well as reseal some pushrod tubes with new tubes and seals, add a new thermostat, add new engine bay seals, install a new clutch, RMS,...
I put my car up on four 12" Race Ramps wheel cribs and had enough room to remove my engine (with air filter) without removing the rear valance. This was with the engine sitting on an old NAPA floor jack with the Tangerine Racing engine cradle.
My '73 is on jack stands right now as I've removed the engine. Highest point was the oil filler. I'll measure tomorrow when I'm at the shop.
The engine has carbs though I took them off. Manifolds are lower than the oil filler.
With only reading the title, as I m mildly intoxicated, I needed about 2 feet of clearance, with all the fuel injection stuff to pull my motor.
4 jack stands did the job.
I think my Quick Jack gets the frame 22" off the ground. I also take the rear valance off and the engine clears fine. Wihtout the air filter box on, of course.
You never forget your first time Hope this helps...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FMesGrjgcvg
Just over 22" from ground to bottom of rear valance. Highest part the oil filler neck.
You guys have really gone all out answering my query. I really appreciate all the input, pictures, measurements, and encouragement. I will probably tackle the drop next weekend.
Thanks everybody !!!!
Ansbacher
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