How to rebuild an engine
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*Use some type of lift ring on the engine, such as a plate that bolts to where the carburetor was. For easier engine removal, the [http://www.myks-tools.com/ Engine Hoist Pivot Plate] has been recommended. | *Use some type of lift ring on the engine, such as a plate that bolts to where the carburetor was. For easier engine removal, the [http://www.myks-tools.com/ Engine Hoist Pivot Plate] has been recommended. | ||
*Be sure to use padded fender protectors; a strike from ring gear teeth can do serious body and fender damage. | *Be sure to use padded fender protectors; a strike from ring gear teeth can do serious body and fender damage. | ||
− | *Jack engine | + | *Jack off the engine slightly, and remove the bolts to the motor mounts and the transmission bell-housing (unless you are removing the transmission also). |
=== Transportation === | === Transportation === |