Taking out the motor

[Dakota1917]

I have a 1950 model dodge pickup truck and I can’t seem to figure out why after unbolting everything the motor won’t separate and come out

[Todd B]

Rust is holding together would be my guess. Tap it with a hammer 

[Merle Coggins]

How did you unbolt everything? If you pulled out the bell housing bolts you should know that there are two dowels on either side of the block that are holding it in place. Also, if you are attempting to pull the engine and leave the bell housing and trans in place you also should know that the engine can’t be separated from the bell housing without also removing the flywheel, which would mean also removing the trans and clutch assembly. 

[Dakota1917]

And that’s exactly what I was looking for

[Los_Control]

2 hours ago, Todd B said:

Rust is holding together would be my guess. Tap it with a hammer 

NOOOO! Save the rust, only original once!  

 

[Merle Coggins]

2 hours ago, Todd B said:

Rust is holding together would be my guess. Tap it with a hammer 

 

I picked up a saying from a previous co-worker... “If at first you don’t succeed, get a bigger hammer.” ?

[Plymouthy Adams]

I was always told …"If at first you don't succeed. You're average"

[RNR1957NYer]

I live by ..."Cheer up, things are going to get worse...."

[kencombs]

I would suggest you purchase a manual for your truck.  It will save you a lot of time and prevent mistakes.