Ok, somebody is missing the point. If you don't have the mechanical ability to install an engine then don't do it. The video may be nice and all but it does not replace skill or experience working on these things. People seem to be thinking that by watching a video they will be able to install the engine. The Home Depot works on those same ideals where they have "how to install bathroom tile" video in the tile aisle and 'how to hang and finish sheetrock' in the sheet rock bay. Sure, i had some questions to ask (like that damn power steering pump and what missing parts look like! tough to install something that you don't know is missing!!) but all in all, a video is no substitute. If you have a the balls, i mean skills to install a new different fandangled engine, then go for it. If you don't then ask some friends over that do! ok, just my $3990.00 worth -matthew 86 syncro westy tiico self installed 84 weekender 90 honda accord 70 ford f100 01 son 96 bs 98 ms 05 phd |
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