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Best practice engine removal

Discussion in 'XJ Technical Chat' started by Kenbo, Jul 16, 2007.

  1. Kenbo

    Kenbo Member

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    Any tips for removing the engine from the frame?

    Everything is off, oil filter, oil cooler, drive shaft, engine bolts removed and engine is loose. It is just too heavy to lift.

    Was thinking (I know that dangerous) If I jacked up the engine slightly and placed two bits of wood between the engine and frame I could slide it out onto a platform. Good idea yes / no?

    Or would it be better to sling something from the roof of the garage to take the weight? How did you manage it?
     
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    I did the removal thing the Best way, get a couple of mates round to help! Pick it up from each side using the valve cover "handles" and remove it to the right. Was easy as ;)

    Doing the job by yourself you risk damaging the bike, motor or yourself.
     
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    Gettign a couple of mates to help is best. But some have removed it alone by laying the bike on it's right side and then pulling the last mounting bolts. Engine lays on the ground while frame is lifted back onto the kickstand.
     
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    I used a sling and come-a-long from the roof and a platform to slide it out on. Worked well, just make sure your rigging is good and that the platform is stable.
     
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    I've used both methods. I'd stay with laying the bike on it's side if your alone, otherwise you run the risk of hurting your back.
     
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    Pull the heads off first and you can significantly reduce the weight. I guess it needs to be worthwhile to pull the heads though - depends what work you are doing.

    I have first hand experience moving an engine on my own, in and out a couple of times. It is never fun and I hurt my back moving it one time. Get your buddies over for a beer and do it with friends - it isn't worth it to do it yourself, no matter how anxious we all know you are.
     
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    Thanks for that.

    I did wonder about laying it on its side so I will give that a go and if I am still not happy I will give a couple of mates a shout

    Cheers
     
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    A single helping hand would do as well, one lifting it from the left while the other pulling it out through the right side. can be done individually too but u run the risk of damaging the paint/frame & most importantly your back...
     

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