01-19-2016, 08:47 AM | #1 |
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Engine weight
Hello just getting started on a restoration of my 1931 Model A coupe. I have it disassembled down to removing the engine. Can some one tell me what the engine and transmission weigh? I know I need to get some of the manuals, any suggestions as to which ones to purchase first? Thanks
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01-19-2016, 10:09 AM | #2 |
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About 500 pounds.
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01-19-2016, 10:39 AM | #3 |
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Les Andrews, The Model A Mechanic Handbook (maroon/red one). I found this to e essential and if I couls just purchase one this would be it..
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01-19-2016, 01:55 PM | #4 |
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yea, its not too heavy, still need to buy or borrow an engine hoist is best but can be done with a come-a-long
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01-19-2016, 04:54 PM | #5 |
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Tom's 500 lbs sound close When I did my engine I use a small 1 ton hoist and it was fine. I found the spark plug type lifter in I think the 3rd hole (it was 4 years ago) made it easier to get the engine out and in . I know the idea of only the threads of a plug holding the engine may sound scary but it works well at least for me.
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01-19-2016, 05:00 PM | #6 |
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01-19-2016, 06:43 PM | #7 |
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Taken from " Model "A' Miseries and Cures " , it states , Engine Weight : The weight of the Model "A" engine including the clutch and the transmission is 473 pounds . Dont know from personal experience though .
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01-19-2016, 11:36 PM | #8 |
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"The Ford Model A" by George DeAngelis, et al., lists 475 lbs including clutch and transmission (Section 2, page 18 of 2nd Edition). "How to Restore Your Model A" Volume 7 (Shipping Data on page 125) lists the following net weights:
456 lbs for A-6000 engine 517 lbs for AA-6000 engine 350 lbs for A-6005 engine. Insofar as I (Skip) could determine, none of the above specify whether this is the dry or wet weight, but I suspect it's dry. Also, here are some weights extracted from various FordBarn posts (principally by Tom Wesenberg if I recall correctly): 473 lbs – engine, complete (w/clutch & transmission) 160 lbs – engine, short block (w/head studs & crank pulley) 25 lbs – cylinder head 19 lbs – flywheel housing 12 lbs – Pressure plate 63 lbs - flywheel 3 lbs – clutch disc 10 lbs – engine pan 3 lbs – dipper tray 3 lbs – valve cover 2 lbs – timing gear side cover 4 lbs – timing gear front cover 28 lbs - crankshaft 6-1/2 lbs – camshaft (w/nut) 1-1/2 lbs – piston (w/wristpin & rings) Any corrections/additions would be appreciated. __________________ Skip Keyser
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01-20-2016, 11:24 AM | #10 |
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I use this handy little tool (designed & manufactured by Bill Stipe). It grabs two spark plug holes and gives you several places to hook on to for whatever balances best.
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01-20-2016, 02:50 PM | #11 |
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A rule of "thumb": IF your hoist could lift a 500 Lb. Lady, then you're good to go.
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01-21-2016, 02:42 AM | #13 |
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I suggest not installing the forward motor mount until the engine is in the bay. I tried doing with the mount installed thinking it would drop in. It didn't. I removed the mount and she slid in perfectly. "My two cents"
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01-21-2016, 12:28 PM | #15 |
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The first picture below shows what I use to lift engines. I feel using 2 spark plug holes is a little safer, even though 1 is probably OK. I used 2 dinged up "take a part spark plug bases" to insert carriages bolt though. The setup works well with a one ton lift like in the second picture.
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01-23-2016, 09:14 AM | #16 |
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My thanks to all that responded. I have everything ready will take it out very soon.
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