Run engine supported by jack, with transmission removed.

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06-28-2018, 11:18 AM

charliemccraney

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Car: 1988 Firebird Formula

Engine: 305 (LO3)

Transmission: 5 spd manual

Run engine supported by jack, with transmission removed.

To make sure that a new flywheel and pressure plate is balanced properly before complete assembly.

Good idea or should some more ridged means of support to the rear of the engine be used?

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06-28-2018, 11:33 AM

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Engine: 97 5.7 Vortec LT4 hotcam

Transmission: 700 r4

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Re: Run engine supported by jack, with transmission removed.

Ive done it before. Is it best? Probably not. But Ive done it.

Just put a block of wood between the jack and oil pan.

Revs a lot easier!

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06-28-2018, 03:04 PM

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Re: Run engine supported by jack, with transmission removed.

theoretically I don't see why not, just make sure that block of wood doesn't come in contact with the flywheel. I wouldn't bounce it off the rev limiter while doing it but light revs to 2500 would seem fine.