Where to attach hoist to pull a flathead
 

I did a search but could not find the info I was looking for, so if it is out there I missed it.

What is the best way to attach an engine hoist to a flathead to remove it?

Should I attach it to the intake where the carb mounts? Should I remove the intake and attach directly to the block?

Thanks in advance!

Brad

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remove the intake

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I bought an engine leveller and it's a great piece of kit. It had 4 chains and L brackets. I lengthened the chains by 2 or 3 links and use 4 longish 3/8 bolts, one at each corner of the inlet manifold. I don't tighten the bolts down, just thread them in well.

It lifts the motor easily and the extra length of the chains allows clearance for dual 94's on a Thickstun hi-rise.

I'd recommend it.

For lifting just a block I also made a very simple device, just a 10" length of angle iron, that is wide enough to feed into the valley, but not slip out if held centrally. A loop welded in the middle of the outside of the Vee allows the hook of the chain hoist to slip in easily.

I'd recommend either of these devices.

Mart.

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Bought mine from Stumpy's Fab Works.
http://stumpysfabworks.weebly.com/lift-plates-misc.html

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Thanks for the ideas Mart.

Ken,

I was thinking about fabbing up something like that. I wonder if that one will match up with a 1935 21 stud engine.

Brad

Re: Where to attach hoist to pull a flathead
 

Stumpy's also makes this attachment. Very simple and easy to use.

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I had headers so they were off when pulling. I put bolts in the exhaust bolt holes and used straps to a leveler.

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I use a 6' nylon strap around motor. By positioning in front or back of center of intake manifold,I can lift with or without transmission.

John

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Be careful with straps, the motor can roll out of them.

Here's the leveller with the extended chains.

http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/k...pse6ed2672.jpg

http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/k...ps3597a8d0.jpg

The one I made with the angle iron was copied from a thread on the hamb (home made tools)

Mart.

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This will fit your needs.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...?tag=dealao-20
R

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Come on Fellas, this not rocket science! Just bolt a short chain in a front and back opposite intake manifold holes. Just did it this morning and no problem. Too many gadgets out there to waste your $$ on.
John
http://i174.photobucket.com/albums/w...psc9f443ee.jpg

Re: Where to attach hoist to pull a flathead
 

I agree with John (Old Ford 2). We did it the same way, chain bolted diagonally and it works fine. And we were in and out many times getting mounts and stuff located.

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Mart, not clear in picture but I use strap as a choker,no way to slip out. I have lifted Ts As and flatheads. Maybe not the best,but simple.

John

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For over sixty years I have been using a home made flathead lifter. It is a length of chain with tabs welded to each end. These tabs, of half inch bar stock, are drilled on the ends to accomodate a head bolt on each end, with the holes recessed to allow the head nuts mpre thread.

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John, no wonder your engine came out so easily. You have a great helper there guiding the entire operation! :)

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Show us the other end of your engine lifter Oldford2. It looks a bit sturdier than my cheap china job.

Re: Where to attach hoist to pull a flathead
 

Thanks for the advice everyone!

I just didn't want to lift it in a way that would cause damage to anything and make sure what i did would hold. I think I'll try Oldford2's method.

Thanks again!

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Yes, it is heavy duty old time made in USA. The legs and arms extend out much farther. And all parts unbolt and stores in the corner until the next time.

http://i174.photobucket.com/albums/w...psc4ba9545.jpg

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With the heads off it was easy.

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I made a plate that covers the entire valley. I drilled 5 or 6 holes in the center from mid-way to the back and welded nuts on the back side, I use a threaded eye bolt and screw it in the hole that gives me the engine attitude I want. The extra holes allow me to adjust for block, block and clutch, block and tranny...etc.
Also is a great dust cover when intake is off...just sayin! g