Engine Out Question

Post by **mike the van** » 05 Dec 2006, 20:54

Numpty question have dropped engine out (2.0l A/C) for it being fettled by Laurie Pettit, quetion is how do you support gearbox. I can't be doing with it being on axle stands for a month or so ?
Can I support it with webbing or similar to a bar across the engine lid and then move the van.

Mike

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Post by **veedweeb** » 05 Dec 2006, 21:20

That's exactly what I did when I dropped the engine from my Squareback.

Just loop a strong rope around it, or a ratchet strap or similar. If it's in more or less the same position as it was when the engine was attached, you'll be able to push the car around without any problems.

Post by **dink** » 07 Dec 2006, 07:23

something like this will do the job
click on the pic

can be bought for £30 or £40, or made at home for less

Post by **toomanytoys** » 07 Dec 2006, 08:07

A ratchet strap and length of wood accross the hatch is cheaper though!!!

Post by **murdoch** » 10 Dec 2006, 19:39

4x2 and ratchet strap worked a treat for me too

Post by **Dubstar** » 11 Dec 2006, 09:22

Don't forget to put it round the box though not the input shaft.