Re fefitting engine
Posted: Sat Aug 01, 2015 8:51 pm
Did I read someone saying,that the engine and gearbox can be refitted ,with the propshaft still in the car.I took it out this way ,but wondered if the reverse was possible Len
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Re: Re fefitting engine
Posted: Sat Aug 01, 2015 9:04 pm
I'd have thought that it was nigh on impossible to line the yoke up withe the gearbox unless you have a couple of helpers. It's only 4 bolts, just take the shaft out and refit it afterwards.
Re: Re fefitting engine
Posted: Sat Aug 01, 2015 9:06 pm
Hi Len,
Logically the gearboxes final position should meet with the prop-shaft and is dictated by the position of the gearbox mounts, so you should be able to replace your engine / gearbox with it still in place.
You will need your rear wheels off the ground though (on axle stands preferably), so you can rotate the prop to match up the splines to the gearbox, the two should then slide together.
My only other thought is that this might prove a bit long winded on your own, so it would pay to 'phone a friend' to act as assistant for the day.
Best wishes,
Mike.
Logically the gearboxes final position should meet with the prop-shaft and is dictated by the position of the gearbox mounts, so you should be able to replace your engine / gearbox with it still in place.
You will need your rear wheels off the ground though (on axle stands preferably), so you can rotate the prop to match up the splines to the gearbox, the two should then slide together.
My only other thought is that this might prove a bit long winded on your own, so it would pay to 'phone a friend' to act as assistant for the day.
Best wishes,
Mike.
Re: Re fefitting engine
Posted: Sat Aug 01, 2015 9:10 pm
.................. by the way, what is the process of 'Re fefitting'??? .................. does your engine stutter?? 
Re: Re fefitting engine
Posted: Sat Aug 01, 2015 9:15 pm
I am told you should not mock the affeflicted
Re: Re fefitting engine
Posted: Sun Aug 02, 2015 11:19 am
I dont Know what he means .I have only been "let out "for a short while and have to be back before it gets dark Len 
Re: Re fefitting engine
Posted: Sun Aug 02, 2015 1:15 pm
I hope you don't do h h howling, it was a full moon last night!!!
Re: Re fefitting engine
Posted: Sun Aug 02, 2015 3:07 pm
Look I`m sorry about the spelling ,it took my wife 2 years to get me to say manure instead if ********.I have decided it is easier to remove the propshaft I havn`t got any friends Len 
Re: Re fefitting engine
Posted: Sun Aug 02, 2015 4:33 pm
Len
Mark the prop shaft flanges , so that you can put it back in the right orientation when you bolt up later.
Bob
Mark the prop shaft flanges , so that you can put it back in the right orientation when you bolt up later.
Bob
Re: Re fefitting engine
Posted: Mon Aug 03, 2015 11:51 am
I have removed the prop,is it any advantage to have either the front or the rear of the car raised,when refitting the engine 
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luk no speling mistacesRe: Re fefitting engine
Posted: Mon Aug 03, 2015 1:06 pm
Both front and rear raised is an advantage especially when you have to get underneath to fit the gearbox cross member and propshaft etc.
Re: Re fefitting engine
Posted: Mon Aug 03, 2015 3:19 pm
Thanks will do that
Re: Re fefitting engine
Posted: Mon Aug 03, 2015 7:09 pm
I usually leave the gearbox cross-member in place, I haven't had any issues (yet).
Now I am using a Moggy box again there is even more room under there...........
Now I am using a Moggy box again there is even more room under there...........
Re: Re fefitting engine
Posted: Mon Aug 03, 2015 10:09 pm
So it fits onto the cross member OK if left in place
Re: Re fefitting engine
Posted: Tue Aug 04, 2015 7:08 am
Yes, I've always done so.
Best wishes,
Mike.
Best wishes,
Mike.