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Saml01 09-09-2008 01:20 PM

Hmm. I bet I could do it.

Probably would have to stand in the engine bay somehow(probably the shelf by the shock mount and the radiator support) and have something to hold onto, like two ropes or two chains cradling the engine. Then just swing around and toss the engine out of the bay.

It would be impossible with arms extended.

I can deadlift 365, the engine should be a piece of cake if I can get above it.

edit: Yea, I think I could definitely do it.

KPLAFIN 09-09-2008 01:32 PM

So who's got a smurf front bumper to send him after he plops the engine right on top of his trying to throw it out of the car and shatters it?

Saml01 09-09-2008 01:50 PM

Stop being so pessimistic. If the engine is secure, im not letting it go. I have walked 365lb bars to and from the rack plenty of times.

KPLAFIN 09-09-2008 01:59 PM

May want to hose it down with simple green first...then let it dry so it's a little less slick...just a thought.

silicone boy 09-17-2008 11:30 AM


Originally Posted by quadmasta (Post 305976)
My 1.8L bare block was about 80 pounds and the crank alone weighed about 20-25. I don't know about you but I sure as hell can't lift 140 pounds with no leg help.

Have you looked into renting a cherry picker?




For reference, an LS family engine block weighs 106 pounds. Oh oh, there I go again. Someone please talk me out of a V8 swap!

KPLAFIN 09-17-2008 11:34 AM


Originally Posted by silicone boy (Post 309239)
For reference, an LS family engine block weighs 106 pounds. Oh oh, there I go again. Someone please talk me out of a V8 swap!

Please reference this thread to be talked "out" of a V8 swap:

https://www.miataturbo.net/forum/showthread.php?t=26122


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