Engine Installation Preference

[rer_239]

Off topic a little, but what is a frame spreader?

 

[Cape Codder]

Why not use two "EYE" bolts into the spark plug holes with a short chain from one to the other and than attached to the lift? I did remove and installed mine in this way WITH transmission attached.

 

[rer_239]

What is a frame spreader? Picture please.
Thanks
Dick

 

[katy]

Why not use two "EYE" bolts into the spark plug holes with a short chain from one to the other and than attached to the lift? I did remove and installed mine in this way WITH transmission attached.

I just use any 2 far enough apart head studs w/a chain and 2 very short pieces of angle iron, drilled both sides.

 

[alexiskai]

What is a frame spreader? Picture please.
Thanks
Dick

https://modelastore.com/index.php?route=product/product&product_id=11444

A fairly uncommon tool, both because it's not hard to rig a substitute out of stuff you have around the shop, and because many engines slip into place with nothing more than grease.

 

[rer_239]

Thanks for the pictures
Dick

 

[john in illinois]

I have tried several times to use a load leveler and it has always been more trouble than it was worth on Model A and Flathead motors.
I usually remove the engine and trans together, but I have FAM mounts which makes it easier.

John

 

[alexiskai]

I have tried several times to use a load leveler and it has always been more trouble than it was worth on Model A and Flathead motors.
I usually remove the engine and trans together, but I have FAM mounts which makes it easier.

John

What setup do you use that works?

 

[john in illinois]

I use one or 2 eybolts in plug holes. try to rig it to the rear to balance. Then I can pull or push the crank to tilt it.

John