Re: [Amc-list] AMC V-8's in Atlanta

[JOE FULTON <piper_pa20@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

The "pull your own part" yards here in CA have mobile
A-frame hoists with chain falls.  You ususally have to
rig up some seat belts to attach to the engine when
you are doing a pull unless they let you bring your
own hardware.   The quoted engine price is ususally
for a bare long block (no intake, carb, exhaust
manifold or other accessories).  If you don't buy the
accessories themselves, you should ususally at least
try to get the brackets for the alternator, smog pump,
power steering, etc.   Everything else, of course if
available from the aftermarket.  Also get the
flexplate or flywheel.

You "can" pull an engine yourself.  I have pulled
several junkyard engines by myself. It's nice to have
help though and can really make a quick chore out of
it.  The engine and hoist can be rolled to the gate of
the yard for loading your vehicle.  My advise is to
take a portable sawzall or at least a hack saw for the
exhaust pipes to save many minutes messing around with
frozen exhaust manifold bolts while the engine is in
the car/jeep.  If you are removing the manifolds,
after the pull, at least you will have unrestricted
access. 

Depending on the yard, they may pull the engine for
you for a fee.  You may have to pay a deposit.  

Another option is to ask one of the yard rats for help
(homeless looking guys who smell bad and are looking
to make a quick buck for that next dose of liquid
refreshment).  You might want to work upwind of him.

Joe Fulton
Salinas, CA


--- Clarence Milstead <cmilstead@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
wrote:

One question though. How would I
> get the engine and
> transmission out of the car and on my trailer?


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