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Old May 14, 2008 | 01:29 PM
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Hello all. I'm currently replacing the engine on a 1995. It's a 3.8L V6 and I'm replacing it with an identical engine. The game plan is to pull the engine and transmission together, mount the trans on the new engine, and drop it in. I'm wondering if there are any special tools that I may need to make removing and attaching the transmission go more smoothly. This is the first time I've tackled a job like this and any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
Old May 14, 2008 | 01:59 PM
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Default RE: Do I need any special tools?

do you have a lift or do you just plan on using jacks? and do you have a cherry picker for the engine?
Old May 14, 2008 | 02:02 PM
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Cant do it without a cherry picker
Old May 14, 2008 | 02:44 PM
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I don't use a cherry picker....I just use my uber human strength
Old May 14, 2008 | 02:51 PM
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Default RE: Do I need any special tools?

I do have awheeledenginehoistand a stand as well. Is there anything I need to get to help with the installation of the transmission? (The transmission is one of my biggest concerns.)
Old May 14, 2008 | 02:56 PM
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You will need the adapters to disconnect your fuel lines. Less than 10 bucks at your local part store.
Old May 15, 2008 | 02:41 PM
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Have the adapters and already pulled the lines. Anything else you guys can think of?
Old May 15, 2008 | 05:59 PM
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ORIGINAL: Redneck1465

Cant do it without a cherry picker
I know people who have done it with a tree branch. It's some redneck **** but hey they did it.
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