Is it possible to drop a 1.7 using a 4 post lift? Options

[doug_b_928]

I've been reading in anticipation of starting my restoration this year. I've seen posts where some have used a two post lift to remove their engines. I'm wondering if it's possible to remove the engine using a 4 post lift with 32" of clearance between the rails. My 914 is in storage a couple of hours away so I can't measure the width of the engine and tins etc. I'm guessing that 32" is not enough space, but am wondering if there is some (reasonably easy) way that it can be done.

[doug_b_928]

Dude, awesome demonstration!!! From the pics it looks like the firewall is pretty much lined up with the lift in which case the engine could drop straight down onto a dolly, no?

[euro911]

Dude, awesome demonstration!!! From the pics it looks like the firewall is pretty much lined up with the lift in which case the engine could drop straight down onto a dolly, no?

Actually, the firewall sits a little forward of the crossbar on the lift.

When you are ready to 'drop' the drive train, place your floor jack or table (platform) to the highest point, then lower the lift down so the balance point of the drive train rests solidly on the platform.

Remove the mounting hardware, then lower the platform slightly while pulling the drive train rearward to clear any obstacles (including the lift crossbar), then lower the platform or raise the lift to pull the drive train the rest of the way out.

Again, have someone there to help balance the drive train, or while doing any heavy work like this.