On Tue, Aug 17, 1999 at 08:21:33AM -0400, David Tulchinsky wrote:
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> One other thought, is it dangerous to lift the engine out by the head bolts??
> That is, can I hook the hoist up to bolts connected to the block vias the
> head bolts threads?? Will the threads rip out or will I warp the block??
> I suspect not, but I figured I'd check.
Yes you can. Don't attach to the Head Studs, but a bolt to the block
(3/8 NC I believe) should work. I generally attach via bolts to holes
at either the front or back of the engine.
If you can scam on a "load leveler" that will make your life a bit
easier.
Larry
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