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Engine removal

Posted: 11/10/05 8:43am Message 11 of 15
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DUNEDIN, FL - USA
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Vette(s): 1969 COUPE CORTEZ SILVER, BRIGHT BLUE INTERIOR 383 cu. in. 512 HP. Hooker headers w/ side pipes PS PS AC AM FM STEREO. 68,000.MILES C5 5oth Anniversary Coupe , auto.350hp

I have taken off the warer pump and fan. Since the radiator is new i might just take it off too. just to be safe.

What about the Ac unit? It is brand new and I just had it charged .Does it have to be purged and removed or do you think i can sneak around it?

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Engine removal

Posted: 11/10/05 12:03pm Message 12 of 15
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MENTOR, OH - USA
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Vette(s): 1979 L-82, dark blue

I pulled my engine and tranny separately.  did them both myself.  had to go in from the side to get the engine also.  it's 4' from the nose to the front of the engine.  too long for the hoist I had.

I took out everything in front of the engine.  radiator needs to be replaced anyhow. 




Engine removal

Posted: 11/10/05 4:50pm Message 13 of 15
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I'd at least try to get the engine out without disconnecting the compressor lines, you'll have to tie it out of the way, or worst case, get someone to hold it out of the way while the engine is being hoisted out.


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Posted: 11/10/05 8:12pm Message 14 of 15
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CUYAHOGA FALLS, OH - USA
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You should be able to leave the A/C intact.  It's more difficult, but not too bad.


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Posted: 11/10/05 8:31pm Message 15 of 15
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Duncanville, TX - USA
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You can get the engine out without pulling the rad or the A/C condensor. Remove the fan shroud, and water pump, and you'll have plenty-o-room. Just take it slow, and keep a watchfull eye out for any "boo-boos" that might happen, like forgetting a wire, or hose. Have fun, and take your time.


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