How hard to remove & install the engine?

[FredinVa]

Thanks for all your replies and info. I have the next question, which is :

Am I better off getting a rebuilt engine, and if so, what are my options?

But I will start a new thread for that.

Thanks again!

[Gilles]

Originally Posted by FredinVa

https://www.snapfish.com/share?via=link&token=9S2YImXNrrpA_BOGu0_3GA/AUS/27951738836070/SNAPFISH

Full details from floor to car:

2X12
Quickjack 5000
Quickjack Frame Extensions
Quickjack Large rubber block
Quickjack small rubber block

I jacked the car up and put ramps under the tires to allow me to stack all the components on/under the quickjack frames.

I added a pic, but it does not seem to be showing up in the post.

Thank you for the pictures Fred and good luck with finding a good replacement engine! You should have a few different options.

[maytag]

Originally Posted by FredinVa

Thanks for all your replies and info. I have the next question, which is :

Am I better off getting a rebuilt engine, and if so, what are my options?

But I will start a new thread for that.

Thanks again!

Fred;
are you still interested in my used motor? I'm becoming "motivated", haha. :dance:

'04 'S' 3.2L'
87k-ish miles.
No IMS no RMS done under my watch (no indication it would want it).
Good compression numbers
Good cam deviation numbers
no bits of anything in the oil filter.

Located in Utah. I'll crate and ship, N/P.

[FredinVa]

Maytag - I have sent you a PM.

It was a bit long to post in this thread.

[maytag]

Originally Posted by FredinVa

Maytag - I have sent you a PM.

It was a bit long to post in this thread.

saw it. I sent you an equally lengthy reply... that I'm afraid won't help you at all! hahaha.

Good Luck, my friend!

[clueless1]

Originally Posted by Quadcammer

with a 2 post lift and hydraulic lift table, i could have a girl scout dropping the engine in 3 hours.

on jack stands, its more finnicky, but not a huge deal. I you are going to be on jackstands, I highly recommend the harbor freight lift table. basically you just remove your rear bumper, exhaust and wheel the engine out.

If dropping both the engine and transmission what else needs to be detached?

[elgyqc]

Originally Posted by clueless1

If dropping both the engine and transmission what else needs to be detached?

Lots. Have a look at the Pelican DIY procedure for engine removal, on their site.