I use the same technique with a metal sawhorse and a come-along. But hanging the suspension has always been a problem. I like the idea for the suspension from underneath with a frame. I may be soon using both of them shortly because of an erratic leaking mainshaft seal. For those debating the above method of hanging the engine. I would recommend his complete framing over my sawhorse method. It will be far more stable with that full frame. jimt
On 6/7/05 11:19 PM, "tabe johnson" <xtabe@YAHOO.COM> wrote: > I mostly made this frame because I was going to > be working on gravel but also because I HATE > doing the Jack Shuffle, supporting an engine > on top of a jack with one hand while trying > to get it to mate to the trans... > > If you're interested: > > http://www3.telus.net/public/tabe/vanagon/hoistframe.jpg > > This is what I used to support the trans while the > engine was out. Worked like a charm and took nearly > five minutes to make. > > http://www3.telus.net/public/tabe/vanagon/transsupport.jpg > > > tabe johnson/87 westy/vancouver bc |
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