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944 "Whole Body Lift" - Make Sense?
Just checked out the "Engine Removal Procedure" thread, and noted Weston P-22's photos of the "whole body lift" - in which he'd lifted the body of his 944 up and off of the works (engine/drivetrain/wheels/etc).
Seems like for someone (like myself) with a 944 that needs a thorough going-over (engine/drivetrain/struts/brakes/etc. etc.) that separating the body from these major components might be the best way to go - as it looks like this would make everything quite accessible.
I'm also guessing that at least half the weight (and perhaps more) of the car resides in these components (can anyone comment on this?) - so it might be quite feasible to design and construct a "lifting frame" out of lumber, bolts, pulleys, strapping, and chain...which would be plenty strong to hold the body up off of the undercarriage - especially with the seats removed.
Anyone care to comment on this? And is there a write up for this procedure anyplace? Thanks!
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