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Jul 10, 2011 | 03:30 PM

john fin

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Engine installation

I would like to install my 239 flathead in my truck without the tranny attached. Is it a pain to attach the tranny to the engine from under the truck.

Jul 10, 2011 | 04:38 PM

r_reed

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From: scotia. NY 12302

i believe the tranny goes in/out through the cab floor. when you take the transmission cover off, there's quite a lot of room to remove it. i have my seat out now, don't know if it needs to come out, but would make it simpler.

Jul 10, 2011 | 04:43 PM

tinman52

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Easiest way for me is to install trans first, support with a jack, then install engine. Or install as one unit.

Jul 10, 2011 | 06:04 PM

bobj49f2

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I pulled my transmission out of my panel truck last summer through the floor opening. I removed both seats just to have extra room, no big deal. I lifted it out myself. Installing the engine without the transmission itself won't be a big problem but you will have to support the back of the engine because it's supported through the transmission. I just blocked up my engine when I pulled the transmission.

Jul 10, 2011 | 07:05 PM

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Originally Posted by tinman52

Easiest way for me is to install trans first, support with a jack, then install engine. Or install as one unit.

+1... Especially with the big 4-sp. If your hood is off, and radiator out, it will drop in easily with the engine level. Make sure your clutch disc is centered properly. Hint: do your belts before you put it in, it's 100x easier.