Need help w/ M38A1 engine removal

Kendall · Post by **Kendall** » Sun Nov 23, 2014 9:37 pm

I am in the middle of trying to remove the engine from my M38A1. I know the manual describes powerplant removal, but I would like to remove just the engine.
I have removed the starter and the bolts between the engine and the bell housing. I have also removed the radiator and has removed the nuts from the engine mounts.
With an engine hoist supporting the engine I can get about 1/2-3/4 inch gap between the engine and bell housing. Should I be able to separate the engine from the transmission continuing what I am doing, or am I missing something? I have not completely removed the two dowel bolts (they have been driven about 1 inch forward). They seem to be tight in the engine flanges, because the threaded portions have been moving through the bell housing.
Thanks for your help,
Kendall

Post by **wesk** » Sun Nov 23, 2014 11:00 pm

Have you jacked the tranny a bit to keep the centerline from fan to transfer straight as you pry the engine forward?

Kendall · Post by **Kendall** » Mon Nov 24, 2014 8:01 am

No I have not. Will give that a try.
Thanks,
Kendall