clj866
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06-24-12 06:23 AM - Post#2240700
Need to remove oil pan to change out oil pump. Can I loosen motor mounts and raise slightly to get clearance? Do I have to take out tranny? I am a novice with this truck so any help would be greatly appreciated.
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 davidchristopher
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06-24-12 12:04 PM - Post#2240789
In response to clj866
if it's a small block you're talking about, then yes- you should be able to loosen the mounts and raise - with a hoist - the motor if you need clearance. The transmission doesn't touch the oilpan.
I must urge you to be safe when doing so. Don't 'over loosen' the mounts. Do only what's necessary to clear the pan / crossmember.
I'd also suggest undoing the bolts - if you can - before you raise the motor- to minimize the amount of time you spend under a 575 lb hunk of metal hanging precariously from a chain.
Once the pan is cleared, lower the motor again. Do any scraping/gasket cleaning on the block with the motor secured.
Re-raise it when you're ready to re-install the pan- but again - do the minimum amount necessary while the motor is in the air.
Once the pan is in place, lower the block again and torque to spec.
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clj866
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06-24-12 12:51 PM - Post#2240802
In response to davidchristopher
Thanks for that info, i will be very careful when trying this, now i just need a hoist too hold that much weight so off too shop for a hoist.
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 JimKshortstep4x4
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06-24-12 03:16 PM - Post#2240849
In response to clj866
Welcome to Chevy Talk from West Michigan!
Let us know how your project turns out.
Jim
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