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> 6 cylinder engine removal, Advice needed
Dobbsy
post Feb 10 2022, 03:02 PM
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I have looked to see if this has been posted before but could not find a thread.

What is the best way to remove the engine and gearbox, is there a cradle like the one for the 4 cylinder.

Should I remove the heat exchangers first or can I use them for support.
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post Feb 10 2022, 03:14 PM
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QUOTE(Dobbsy @ Feb 10 2022, 01:02 PM) *

I have looked to see if this has been posted before but could not find a thread.

What is the best way to remove the engine and gearbox, is there a cradle like the one for the 4 cylinder.

Should I remove the heat exchangers first or can I use them for support.




Heat exchangers are a perfect way to support the removal. I like to use either a piece of plywood on a jack or use a lift to raise the body above the engine while the engine is supported on blocks of wood.
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post Feb 10 2022, 03:26 PM
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I like using a lift table. I unbolt the handle and lay it on the ground. It does require the car to be slightly higher but it makes life easy. The harbor freight 1000lb table is perfect.
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post Feb 10 2022, 03:35 PM
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QUOTE(Dobbsy @ Feb 10 2022, 01:02 PM) *
is there a cradle like the one for the 4 cylinder


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post Feb 10 2022, 04:04 PM
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Shame Tangerine Racing doesn't offer a nice plate for /6. Maybe SirAndy willl offer a GB on the wood version. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/laugh.gif)
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post Feb 10 2022, 04:48 PM
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Harbor Freight lifting table makes it easy - just get the heavy duty one.
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post Feb 10 2022, 05:32 PM
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Harbor Freight lifting table makes it easy - just get the heavy duty one.

It’s useful for so many things. Even a movable work table. They went up about $100 in the last year but still worth it.
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post Feb 10 2022, 05:41 PM
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I agree with the group that the Harbor Freight heavy duty lifting table makes it easy
I also have a plate that I used originally for 911s..fits right under the engine and those holes are at the sump plate....works fine for 914 too....and then as mentioned the piece of plywood on a jack works fine especially if the HE's are on it as they make a nice flat bed...
Mark I also have modified my lift table so the arm folds to the outside/back so it doesn't get in the way and can be used for pulling.

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post Feb 10 2022, 06:03 PM
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We have 3 of the lift tables. Install the handle backwards from the instructions.
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post Feb 10 2022, 08:32 PM
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post Feb 10 2022, 10:31 PM
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I use 3 low profile jacks. Works for both 911 and 914. One goes at the balance point at engine/transmission and the other two to balance fan end of the engine using the headers/heat exchangers. This allows me to work the height front to back independently. I have started installing the engine without all the engine tins as the side metal is really tight between the control arm bolts. Mangled some tins really good first time I tried to install 6cyl in 914.

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post Feb 11 2022, 08:07 AM
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I just set the motor and trans on jackstands, and lift the car up.

But I have a 2 post lift.
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post Feb 11 2022, 08:12 AM
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I took the left side tin off. A little more wiggle room around the suspension ears.
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post Feb 11 2022, 08:18 AM
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As already mentioned, with the HE's installed, it's a piece of cake.

I use 2-8's across a motorcycle lift. I've done this several times. Of late, once the motor is resting on the lift, I can jack up the car to get the clearance I need (not having a two post lift as some others). (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)


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post Feb 11 2022, 08:37 AM
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I prefer the lift
I have a wheeled platform for pulling the motor with jackstands

But prefer the lift
I reinforced this box. And added casters….

Lift the car
Lower the car onto the box
Pull 4 bolts and lift the chassis off the drivetrain
Roll drivetrain anywhere you decide



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post Feb 11 2022, 09:16 AM
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Does anybody have any experience using a QuickJack to drop a six?
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post Feb 11 2022, 01:40 PM
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Dobbsy, I built a engine cradle to support engine while sending to a shop( bolts to exhaust studs and sit on case) but also worked great for the engine install. I have a scissor lift so I built a sturdy box with caster to support engine and trans, just rolled up under car and lowered lift and bolt up. Best, MarkAttached Image Attached ImageAttached Image
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post Feb 11 2022, 02:44 PM
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Thanks for all the replies and photos,
I will make cradle at the weekend. I have already raised the car up on blocks and have the use of a fork lift, this will allow me to safely lower the engine / gearbox onto a trolley.
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post Feb 11 2022, 07:00 PM
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What a bunch of sissies ! Way too fussy.
Just back up over a couple old tires.
East peasy! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)
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post Feb 11 2022, 09:27 PM
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What a bunch of sissies ! Way too fussy.
Just back up over a couple old tires.
East peasy! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)


I hope those are N-spec tires. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)
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