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Old 06-08-2012, 09:55 PM
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Can i install the engine with the transmission bolted to the motor?
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Old 06-08-2012, 10:35 PM
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Can i install the engine with the transmission bolted to the motor?
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Yes, you can.
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Old 06-10-2012, 04:18 AM
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yep, easier than trying to get the trans lined up underneath
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Old 06-10-2012, 05:44 AM
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yep, easier than trying to get the trans lined up underneath
Thats debatable, I find it alot easier and faster to just plop engine in and bolt tranny from the bottom.
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Old 06-10-2012, 09:17 PM
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If I was to do it again, I would install them separately.
But you can do it , engine leveler is a must.
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