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02-22-2019, 01:06 PM | #1 |
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Engine install with transmission
Hi, a friend just bought a Mitchell syncromesh transmission, he has a new engine on a stand ready to install. Our questions is: should we install the engine with the transmission attached as a unit OR install the transmission first and then install the engine. We will be using original motor mounts.
We have both removed and installed engines a few times but never with the transmission attached to it. What are your suggestions, engine and transmission as a unit OR transmission first and then the engine? Thanks, Herb in Concord CA |
02-22-2019, 02:46 PM | #2 |
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Re: Engine install with transmission
Install as a unit, it is much easier as long as the radiator is removed.
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02-22-2019, 04:10 PM | #3 |
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Re: Engine install with transmission
I have long thought that it is better done as a unit. Otherwise you end up with "pilot issues" assembling the transmission spline/pilot bearing and making it come together. Somewhat of a challenge even using a "pilot spline" (cut off tranny input shaft) to align the parts before assembly even while on an engine stand.
I usually mount both the brake and clutch pedals AFTER the engine is in place. And I put a plywood top on the transmission to keep dirt out and not have the gearshift. Just less things to get tied up in the body/floorboard supports. Joe K
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02-22-2019, 04:43 PM | #4 |
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Re: Engine install with transmission
If you instal them as a unit (I do!), you will still have an alignment issue, only at the universal rather than at the clutch.
Now for a word of warning, DO NOT put your fingers into the clams to align the drive shaft and universal. Once they line up, they can come together quite quickly, taking the ends of your fingers with them. I use long nosed pliers and screw drivers. It can be fiddley if things don't go right but I've still got my fingers.
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02-22-2019, 07:00 PM | #6 |
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02-22-2019, 07:26 PM | #7 | |
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02-22-2019, 08:42 PM | #8 |
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It takes three people. One to hold the engine and transmission and two to twirl the car!
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02-23-2019, 02:37 AM | #9 |
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Re: Engine install with transmission
Like Russ, I prefer to do them separate, unless the body is off the frame.
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02-23-2019, 03:33 PM | #10 |
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Install the new tranny first. I have just finished watching the excellent DVD by Diablo A's on removing and replacing engines. They left the tranny in place and it seemed to go very well. I recommend this DVD to anyone contemplating the job (as I am). Even if you've done it before, there are some tips that I didn't know that will be very helpful.
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02-23-2019, 09:17 PM | #11 |
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Re: Engine install with transmission
Hi all, thanks for all your comments.
Goodcar yes we do have a frame spreader and with use it. I think we will try installing the engine and transmission as one unit. |
02-24-2019, 11:43 AM | #12 |
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Re: Engine install with transmission
There is less chance of cracking a flywheel housing doing them as a unit.
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