[Healeys] Motor Install

[Alan Seigrist]

Lin -

You shouldn't really roll the car around with only the engine in - it
needs to be supported in the back because of the weight.  I have heard
that some people have inserted a modified 2x4 between the rocker cover
and the firewall to carry the weight, maybe with this set up you can
roll the car around but I wouldn't recommend it.

The dowel bolt is a very tight fit but should go in the hole like a
normal bolt - no hammering should be necessary.

Alan



On 9/12/07, linwood rose <linwoodrose at mac.com> wrote:
> Well, in my 5 year restoration project I have certainly asked many
> questions, but it strikes me that in the last few weeks I have asked
> more questions than ever about very disparate subjects. Here is my
> enquiry for the night:
>
> If one installs the motor without the gearbox, and tightens down the
> bolts on the motor mounts, do they sufficiently support the weight of
> the motor so that the car can be rolled around in the garage/
> workshop? Or, must one have a jack or other form of support under the
> rear of the motor at all times to prevent potential twisting of the
> motor mounts?
>
> Also, I have my 2 original dowel bolts that go through the bell
> housing into the backplate at 11:00 and 5:00 o'clock. Is the smooth
> shank part of the bolt a tight fit into the backplate - as in tapping
> with a light hammer required, or do they travel through without much
> friction?
>
> Thanks as always for assistance. Obviously, I am getting ready to
> install the completely rebuilt motor which is a great feeling!!
>
> Lin
> 1960 BT7 in restoration
> 1959 Bugeye
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Alan

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