say its not dead!

[sonett3]

I would replace the Mains and rod bearings right off the coolent will wash out the bearings in no time. Been there done that.

[dcrasta]

Someone did the bearings with the motor in the car. BMWMac I think. Pretty innovative. I was among the doubters, but he pulled off (and actually is very slick with how he did it.) Definitely should ping him and get his 2 cents on how to pull it off without any problems.

[MPDano]

I would say whatever it would takes to remove the Oil Pan with Engine in. This would require at a minimum to raise the engine up off it's mounts, I think I saw some way with some 2x4's, and chains. Or Removal of the Whole Steering Brace. It's not just getting to those 10mm bolts, but movement past the oil pickup.

[Danglerb]

HF has a cheap effective fender to fender lift thing.

I've seen it done well all three ways, pull the motor, lift the motor, drop the rack.

[jim ross]

Originally Posted by MPDano

Well heck Jim, post some pics of this doable Project. What I really want to see is what tool you are using on the Fender side Cam Tower Bolts.

Dano.. i am using a basic hex drive 1/4" ratchet..on a universal joint and extensions..for the top bolts i am using a variety of hex keys. when it comes time to re-install i am going to use the hex keys with a drop of super glue to hold in place until snug..i wish i still had a camera..no-more..plus i am using a library computer no-way to upload photos.

[jim ross]

when i dropped the oil it looked pretty good.just a litttle swirl of water..the oil breather and vent burnt off most water. ony the oil breather had that cappacino look. the car never overheated and i never ran her long or at any revs abouve 2500. my race sponsor carl Fauset and my dad think the bearings are probably OK. i am hoping they are all correct.