How do I raise the engine?
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From: Raleigh, NC
Car: 1988 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am Vert
Engine: 5.0L TPI
Transmission: 5-Speed
Axle/Gears: 3.08
How do I raise the engine?
I know this is going to sound like a newb question, but I am going to ask it anyway.
I need to know the correct procedure for lifting up my engine enough to get my headers on. I have been told by others that it is okay to jack it up by the pan as long as there is a board or something in between the jack and the pan.
I am most worried about the engine mounts because I have never touched them before. Does anyone have a picture of the engine mount bolts that I have to take out?
Any helpful hints would also be appreciated.
I need to know the correct procedure for lifting up my engine enough to get my headers on. I have been told by others that it is okay to jack it up by the pan as long as there is a board or something in between the jack and the pan.
I am most worried about the engine mounts because I have never touched them before. Does anyone have a picture of the engine mount bolts that I have to take out?
Any helpful hints would also be appreciated.
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From: Wayne, Nj
Car: 83 Black T- top Firebird
Engine: Carbed 350
Transmission: 5 speed
that is what my friend does with his car when he works on it but he can only lift it about 4-5 inches until the transmission starts to get in the way.
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Joined: Jul 2003
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From: Raleigh, NC
Car: 1988 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am Vert
Engine: 5.0L TPI
Transmission: 5-Speed
Axle/Gears: 3.08
Originally posted by ede
i perfer a hoist with a strap around the water pump but the end result is the same.
i perfer a hoist with a strap around the water pump but the end result is the same.
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