[Doug Zielke]

The other thread about dropping the engine has got me wondering....
Could you use an engine hoist (the hydraulic armed, cherry picker type) to lift up the rear of the car? I was thinking you could sling a chain from the hoist to the engine mounts at the rear corners. Some eye bolts might replace the engine mounting bolts for the lifting process.

The idea of hoisting the car up real high, and then having it teeter on jack stands worrys me.
I reckon you should be able to put your furniture dolly under the motor, let it drop, then use the hoist to lift the body clear, rolling the motor away. Will it work?