steps to pulling 4.3 out

[cpt ron jc]

i just ordered a 4.3 from rapido,it will ship in a week or 2,i need to pull my 4.3 out,i know i am going to need a good hoist no problem what are the first steps ,i can take some parts off while the motor is still in,what other parts must be disconected be fore i can hoist out,i will pull out drive this wk.

 

[ziggy]

Re: steps to pulling 4.3 out

i pulled my engine this summer to R&R an oil pan.
my first step was to read and understand the removal and installation instructions that are in the mercruiser service manual applicable to my rig.

basically. for mine. ya had to
pull the drive
disconnect anything that was connected to the engine. ie, wiring, fuel lines, riser to exhaust pipe, water hose
disconnect ft. engine mount and then rear engine mount
and pull the engine after everything was disconnected.

i was able to (and wanted to) pull my engine as a complete assembly.

the service manual for your rig will explain exactly what needs to take place to remove your engine.

 

[cpt ron jc]

Re: steps to pulling 4.3 out

thanks ziggy i will look into getting the right manual,i am not going to put new reman in my shop will handle that they tell me it takes 10 or more hrs to put everything back and running,more money,thanks rc

 

[cpt ron jc]

Re: steps to pulling 4.3 out

thanks for the input ,looks like i will have help,great,yes i will remove drive,carb fuel lines and elec,and go from there looks like there will be enough room to remove enough parts to pull,i think it will be easier to remove small parts when engine is out,my boat mech. tells me its a 3 hr job,engine will be on dolly,then i can strip motor,see whats good and whats not.