I am changing heads in a 95 buick skylark and the book says I need to support the engine with a hoist type lift and adapter.Is there another way to support this from the bottom without hurting the oil pan or something else.I loosened the dog bone and the motor does fall down and needs support.This has put the project at a standstill for the moment.Thanks
2007-10-28 03:55:04 · 4 answers · asked by sparky75us 3 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
You can use a hydraulic floor jack with a block of wood. Place the block of wood on the saddle of the jack and under the crankshaft pulley.
Use caution when doing this. You're not trying to jack the engine through the hood, you're merely using the jack to support the weight of the engine.
2007-10-28 04:32:53 · answer #1 · answered by NorthStar 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
There is ALWAYS a way, BUT the manufacturer usually has the BEST way figured out on a cost versus time basis.
2007-10-28 04:16:52 · answer #2 · answered by f100_supersabre 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
a standard flor jack should be able to hold it up with out damaging it but put an old towel in between just in case
2007-10-28 04:26:16 · answer #3 · answered by staples_92 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Spend the $60 and get the engine hoist/support.
http://www.bosstoolsupply.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=2557
2007-10-28 04:05:27 · answer #4 · answered by Mr. KnowItAll 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋