First time engine drop

[timmy2]

Very nice work Thor,
We both started our engine drops around the same time.
I see you removed the mounting post on the middle runner for the fan mount.
I was going to do that but it was in the right spot to mount the vacuum switch going to the WUR on mine without re-doing my lines again. Where did you attach yours. I can see the lines dropping behind the #3 runner but can't make out where it is attached.
You can see it in my picture from my car. (Ignore the stainless airbox)

Originally Posted by timmy2

[Brown747]

Dennis,
I shaved the mounting pads off intake runners 2 and 3 for the fan mounting bracket and removed the unused one on #4 in an effort to clean things up a bit. I moved the thermo valve behind #3 and used a spacer and a bolt to mount it to the throttle linkage pad. There are 2 tapped but unused holes in that pad that will accept an 8mm bolt. Mount it high enough to clear the throttle bellcrank. Your engine is looking good also!

Thor

[Brown747]

Preparation for engine install continued on this warm and wet northwest day. Pressure washed the back end...up next tunnel fuel line replacement, clutch cable, and brake hoses and fluid flush....

[RWebb]

you are smart to replace the rubber brake hoses

I am not real fond of your front wheel "chocks" tho

have a friend there & have them hold a cell phone, ready to dial 911 just in case...

[wildcat077]

Hey Brown,

May i suggest "choking" your front wheels like this ...
I just used some scrap 4x4's and 2x4's i had laying around,and you don't have to raise the car as high in the rear and it keeps the front spoiler off the ground !

If you have a friend with an engine hoist,you can lift the car by the engine mounts then you just lower it onto the engine.It's way safer that trying to jack it up the conventional way with your jack stands extended all the way...

I did the whole R/R by myself and it was a piece of cake,it was my first time as well !

Cheers !
Phil

[Brown747]

Took advantage of the spring like weather we've been having in the northwest and installed the engine today. C/V joints and brakes to go through but getting closer.

Thor






Before


After

[Reiver]

Man, I need a pressure washer.

[combatic]

Nice job! I am going to have to try your mineral spirits trick! I literally used a dental pick on my 40+ year old 901 to get at the nooks and crannies and nearly wrecked my back.

[Brown747]

Thanks Bryan... Look forward to meeting up when we get our cars on the road.

Thor

[jrolstin]

Excellent work. I am in the process of doing the same to my car but I am only halfway through my engine drop because I have been working so much lately and have been busy with school...

Interested in hearing on how the reseal went and if you were able to rid of all of your leaks. Did you replace any seals in the tranny? My trans is leaking for sure and motor as well from 160 places probably.

[Brown747]

Jonathon,

Still some work to be done before I start it up to see if my work was effective. As far as the tranny , I replaced the front cover gasket and shift shaft seal. Differential shaft seals, input shaft seal and o-ring. Stay tuned for results.

Thor

[will hung]

Beautiful work. Out of curiosity, how did you manage to get your fan to look like that? I love it. I'm dropping my engine to do some gearbox work and will be going through a similar set of projects.

[Brown747]

The fan, shroud, and intakes were glass bead blasted then protected with a coat of rubbed on ACF-50.
Lear Chemical Research Corporation

[al lkosmal]

Thor,
Looking very good. Nice attention to detail and detailing...................get out the movie camera for the 1st fire up!.............

regards,
al

[will hung]

Originally Posted by Brown747

The fan, shroud, and intakes were glass bead blasted then protected with a coat of rubbed on ACF-50.
Lear Chemical Research Corporation

Exactly what I needed to know. Thank you very much.

Your project and attention to detail is an inspiration.

[QldChef]

Well done Thor......i'm feeling very inspired!

[macssc911]

Brown First I want to say great job, you have inspired me to do close to the same on my 82 SC all going well , I do have question on the sound insulation. I am going to install this weekend, did you use a glue If so what was your process, was thinking a contact cement or glue Thanks Mac

[al lkosmal]

fire it up....youtube!!!

al

[efhughes3]

Originally Posted by macssc911

Brown First I want to say great job, you have inspired me to do close to the same on my 82 SC all going well , I do have question on the sound insulation. I am going to install this weekend, did you use a glue If so what was your process, was thinking a contact cement or glue Thanks Mac

Use 3m high temp spray adhesive. Mine's held for about 8 years now.

[jhummel68]

Originally Posted by al lkosmal

fire it up....youtube!!!

al

I second the thought of recording the start up. If I ever have to drop my motor, I think I'll be giving you a call. I enjoyed reading through this thread. Keep us updated.