I am in the process of removing the 305, all I have left is removing the exhaust then I should be able to unbolt the motor mounts and lift out the engine. My question is where is a good point to bolt up the chain for lifting out the engine? I noticed a hook on the front of the engine but did not see a place in the back.

Thanks for the help!

 

I usually pull a rear corner intake manifold bolt and put a longer one through the chain, or if I'm feeling up to it, use one of the bolt holes on the back of the head.

 

Thanks for the tip, I've never pulled an engine before, but hopefully this weekend that will change!

 

would you recommend an engine load leveler? As of right now I have the tranny removed, but left the bell housing attached to the engine. I will be using a celing hoist.

Thanks!

 

They usually help in the process. Mine is a little too long and gets in the way of the cowl lip. My brother has a shorter one that doesn't have that problem.

 

I got the engine out last night, the engine leveler definetly helped. Also my engine actually had another hook on the back of the engine, so I just bolted the engine leveler up to those hooks and it went about as smooth as it could since I was doing it by myself.

Thanks for the helpful advice!