<html><div>It is possible. But I have found it easier to pull Both together. Especially when mating it up to the tranny. <br>---------- Original Message ----------<br>From: S.Carr <britfan1@epix.net><br>To: MGs <mgs@autox.team.net><br>Subject: [Mgs] 1980 MGB engine removal<br>Date: Sun, 16 May 2021 20:09:08 -0400<br><br></p><div class="WordSection1"><p class="MsoNormal">The workshop manual recommends removing the engine and gearbox as one unit. Has anyone had success removing the engine while leaving the gearbox in place? All bell housing bolts appear accessible, and a friend would love to <em>not</em> have to remove the console, carpet, gearshift, driveshaft, etc., to get the engine out--the head has serious problems, and he fears the block will too.</p><p class="MsoNormal"> </p><p class="MsoNormal">Thanks,</p><p class="MsoNormal">Sarah Carr</p><p class="MsoNormal">‘71 B/GT in PA</p><p class="MsoNormal"> </p><p class="MsoNormal">Sent from <a href="https://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=550986">Mail</a> for Windows 10</p><p class="MsoNormal"> </p></div></html>
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