Re: [T3] Powertrain Removal

["Dave Hall" <dave@hallvw.clara.co.uk>]

> I was amazed to find that the
> nuts for the rear engine hanger come right off and that I was able to
break
> loose the front subframe mounting bolts quite easily.

Quality product (but the floorpan bolts aren't always as easy!).

> So, where should I support the body to get the engine out?
Are you intending to remove engine + tranny + rear subframe in one bit, or
is it me going mad instead?  ;-)

It's considered possible (in fact I did it the first time) to remove tranny
and engine together on a CV joint type, but I wouldn't try the subframe
too, all at once.

A thick timber (4"x2" or 3"x3" should do it) across under the flat floor
towards the rear should be OK; put the stands under the ends of the timber.
Leave enough room for the fron tof the subframe to clear.

Dave.
UK VW Type 3&4 Club
http://www.hallvw.clara.net/
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