Engine installation

JasonNC

I removed the 262 engine out of my Hudson a couple of months ago without taking out the transmission at the same time.  Now I'm ready to put it back in and I know that sometimes things don't go back in as easily as they come out.  I did not loosen or move the transmission when removing the engine. I'm wondering if I need to move the transmission to put the engine back in.  With the floorboard out, it looks like I should be able to align the motor with the transmission if I'm real careful without taking the transmission from its mounts. I'm not above moving the transmission, but if I can do without the additional effort I rather not expend any unnecessary energy.  Any advice will be appreciated.  

lostmind

The problem is the seal on the throwout bearing . I've done it with the trans in car ,

just takes time to align . Jack the trans up , leave the front mounts off until you get the trans bolted on , then install mounts on frame and lower engine onto mounts.

Frankvintagefullflowcom

Jason,

Assuming you are working with a manual trans........Did you remove the clutch assembly from the flywheel when the engine was out? If so, the disc must be aligned/centered upon reassembly using an alignment tool or a spare input shaft. Put the trans in high gear and turn the output shaft as you go to get the splines to cooperate.

Art the risk of insulting you, don't EVER do the ol' "pull it up with the bolts" trick! If it doesn't drop into place with a little muscle and jiggling, something's wrong.

F

Frankvintagefullflowcom

Art?

bob ward

A pair of alignment studs, ie long headless bolts screwed into the top 2 threads on the engine, make life a lot easier. And are essential on a manual to prevent damage to the throwout seal.

JasonNC

Thanks guys.  Frank I am working with a manual transmission and have already centered the clutch disc with an alignment tool.  Lost mind I have already put new engine mounts on, but I can easily take them back off.  I also have the two headless alignment studs that I made when I've removed the transmission in the past.  Wish me luck.

Jason