23T engine removal

[tommyleea]

All disconnected to remove the engine for magneto ring R&R. Question about the radius rod connection at the crankcase. I have it disconnected, but it is still "there". Seems like it will still interfere with the engine removal. Will it flex enough to clear once I start removing the engine? Also, one of the steps is to remove the hood shelves. What purpose does this serve? Thanks

 

[29spcoupe]

You may have to force the wishbone down to slide the engine forward. You need to remove the hood shelves to slide the engine forward when you slide the engine forward under the firewall.

 

[tommyleea]

You may have to force the wishbone down to slide the engine forward. You need to remove the hood shelves to slide the engine forward when you slide the engine forward under the firewall.

OK..Thanks..

 

[tommyleea]

You may have to force the wishbone down to slide the engine forward. You need to remove the hood shelves to slide the engine forward when you slide the engine forward under the firewall.

The board idea worked well, engine is out and on the stand. Thanks

 

[redmodelt]

I back off the perch nuts and let it hang down. Will make it easier to reinstall the engine too.

 

[tommyleea]

I back off the perch nuts and let it hang down. Will make it easier to reinstall the engine too.

I might try that for install. Seems would make it easier. Thanks