Engine Removal

[Don Coatney]

Don, Randall at Tennessee Clutch sounds like he can rebuild clutches with his eyes closed.

I fully believe he can. I posted my story about this on the old forum so I cannot access it. I am too lazy to repost it today. But believe me your money will be well spent.

[aero3113]

I received my flywheel back from a local shop today and also sent my clutch and disc off to Tennessee. When I got home from work today my wife was out with her father so I decided to attack the engine. No turning back now!!! I also found out why my #4 cylinder was down to 75 PSI

Edited March 3, 2011 by aero3113

[Don Coatney]

Your flywheel looks great and your pressure plate will look like this when you get it back.

[aero3113]

I dropped my lower timing pulley today and dented the outer ring. If I bend it back the best I can will it be ok to use or will it cause a vibration? If I cannot use it does anyone have an extra?

[aero3113]

Don, did you build your whole engine on the bench or did you use a engine stand? I am trying to decide to buy a stand or not.

[greg g]

If you purchase a stand from one of the discount tool depots (chinese embassy) get the one rated for 1000 lbs, the small one is not stout enough to deal with the weight and the tricycle wheel layout is inherently unstable. my personal preference is to use a stand.

[Don Coatney]

Don, did you build your whole engine on the bench or did you use a engine stand? I am trying to decide to buy a stand or not.

The only thing I did with the stand was mount the original engine that came out of my car. I bought a stripped down Desoto engine, rebuilt it on my bench, and installed it in my P-15 to replace the original engine. The engine stand complete with my original engine is now garage art for Tim Adams as I gave it to him on one of his visits. My recommendation is to not buy a stand. I say this due to the work height of engine stands. The height of the stands is a very uncomfortable work height for me. Might be OK for you but only you can make that choice.

[JerseyHarold]

If you purchase a stand from one of the discount tool depots (chinese embassy) get the one rated for 1000 lbs, the small one is not stout enough to deal with the weight and the tricycle wheel layout is inherently unstable. my personal preference is to use a stand.

I used a 1000# Harbor Freight engine stand (4-wheel model) and supported the front of the engine with wood because it sagged too much.

[greg g]

guess I should have said 1K minimum.

[hkestes41]

You should check out Craigslist. I bought a 2.5 Ton lift and 1000 pound stand as a pair for $125. Neither had seen much use before I purchased them. I have a "new" 230 on the stand as of tonight.

[aero3113]

Here is the tool that I modified to remove the distribution tube. All I did was grind down the hook attachment for the slide hammer so it would fit into the first hole in the tube. Works great !

Edited March 3, 2011 by aero3113

[aero3113]

Is this the correct seal for the rear of the transmission? I think I created a leak when I cleaned the trans in the parts cleaner. I Must have cleaned away grime that was keeping it sealed. I had the trans stored on a angle and noticed a drip at the rear. Could storing it on an angle cause this or is the seal bad?

http://www.rockauto.com/catalog/moreinfo.php?pk=257487

[jd52cranbrook]

That's one of the better looking tubes I have seen come out of a used engine.

[aero3113]

I ordered a front timing chain cover gasket and seal kit from Rock Auto a while ago, I wanted to replace the seal and now is the time. The seal is slightly different from the old one, it has a lip on it(is that for a puller?) and the gasket is a little bigger. Also there was a felt seal included and I did not find one when I took apart the engine. The seal and gasket will fit no problem I just want to make sure it looks correct. What do you think? Also, do I use the felt seal? Where does it go? I do not see it in my manual.

Edited March 3, 2011 by aero3113

[Don Coatney]

There is a procedure in the service manual for installing the timing chain cover seal. Make sure you follow it.

[aero3113]

Do all flat 6's use the felt seal on the lower pulley? I do not see it in the diagram in my manual.

[aero3113]

I got a call from Tennessee Clutch today and everything is finished with the clutch. He also asked me If I would like a new throwout bearing and pilot bushing I said sure, $70 TOTAL !!!

[55 Fargo]

I got a call from Tennessee Clutch today and everything is finished with the clutch. He also asked me If I would like a new throwout bearing and pilot bushing I said sure, $70 TOTAL !!!

What a bargain, must a taken about a "New York" minute to see the value in this....Fred

[jd52cranbrook]

I got a call from Tennessee Clutch today and everything is finished with the clutch. He also asked me If I would like a new throwout bearing and pilot bushing I said sure, $70 TOTAL !!!

So, you get a rebuilt clutch, pressure plate, new throw out bearing, and pilot bushing and shippig for all this for $70?

[aero3113]

So, you get a rebuilt clutch, pressure plate, new throw out bearing, and pilot bushing and shippig for all this for $70?

YES!

[mackster]

YES!

thats a great deal!

[blueskies]

Great thread, brings back lots of memories of tearing down my '50...

Pete

[jd52cranbrook]

YES!

Boy, that almost makes want to tear out my tranny and rebuild,,,,,

almost,,

That is a great deal.

[Justin Slingsby]

Wow that is a great deal! This is something that I have been putting off. Maybe it is time to rebuild....

[aero3113]

I received my parts back from Tennessee Clutch and I am 100% happy. Everything looks GREAT! When he asked If I wanted a new throwout bearing I thought I was getting just the bearing not the retainer also . I was wrong that shipping was included, it wasn't so the total came to $80 . He also included the alignment tool! I have slowed down with progress this week because my wife and I got stuck with the flu Once I am feeling better I will get back to work .

Edited March 3, 2011 by aero3113