3.9v8 engine removal

[TechnoTurkey]

Hi,

I'm just in the final throws of removing the engine from the Rangie that I'm scrapping, I have removed all the ancillaries and drained all the fluids etc.

I've just got the bellhousing bolts to remove now and should be ok.  But I have also ready that you need to undo a series of bolts on the torque convertor, accessible through the lanel below the bellhousing - is this correct?

Thanks

[trecfive]

Yes.

[TechnoTurkey]

Cheers - I thought I was on the home straight as well!

[hairyasswelder]

Cheers - I thought I was on the home straight as well!

There are only 4  ;)

[Range Rover Blues]

You can pul the engine without doing it but then the torque converter stays on the engine and you are far more likely to damage something.

[TechnoTurkey]

Well, I've now removed everything that I need to remove and just need to get a crane to pop it out.

I did try and wiggle the engine free from the gearbox using a couple of trolley jacks, but is wouldn't budge.  Any tips for seperating them and removing the engine once I get hold of a crane?

Cheers

[hairyasswelder]

Well, I've now removed everything that I need to remove and just need to get a crane to pop it out.

I did try and wiggle the engine free from the gearbox using a couple of trolley jacks, but is wouldn't budge.  Any tips for seperating them and removing the engine once I get hold of a crane?

Cheers

There is usually a point where you can put a big screwdriver or prybar to seperate the engine/box.  Either that or a block of wood and a sharp tap, remember they could have been together nearly 20 years  :shock: and they are on locating lugs.

Make sure all the bolts are out..... sometimes they are not so easy to get to specially the two at the top behind the heads.

I assume the rad is out, if the body is scrap then cut across the slam panel to save lifting so high

[TechnoTurkey]

Cheers, I've got a crowbar that I can use but wanted to make sure it was the appropriate time.

All bolts are removed, I know this for sure as it took me so long!!

Thanks

[craig_midz]

if u need a hand an use of a engine hoist if u give me a ring on 07907890169 as i only live in kings norton

[TechnoTurkey]

Cheers mate - I have a friend who is meant to be sorting me one out from work but not sure how he is getting on - I'll give you a call if I need a hand!

Thanks