what about for fwd? they have cv joints which cope pretty well with the changes in angle, would this mean that you'd be able to raise a fwd vehicles engine higher? sorry for the noobish question
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Just get yourself a skid plate and scrape the fuck out of it everywhere like I do
My skid plate was ~1" lower than this at final height.Last edited by FunfGang; 02-26-2012, 10:06 PM.
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i need to replace my engine pads, but actually they're pretty expensive, also i really need to lift the engine and i was thinking will be unsafe to lift only the engine with no more than 2,5-3cm.. also i want to know what's the best material to use, and can i make them single piece of metal, or i'll need something flexible???
oh.. and i'm talking about w124 coupe if matters...
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Originally posted by FunfGang View PostJust get yourself a skid plate and scrape the fuck out of it everywhere like I do
My skid plate was ~1" lower than this at final height.
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Originally posted by Adam. View PostI thought about using washers but I didn't want to attempt something before knowing the facts
Bolt the chain to the engine using the 3/8-inch ratchet and socket, and the hardware on the engine. Make sure the chain goes across the engine for balancing purposes.
Adjust the lifting arm on the engine hoist depending on the weight of the engine. The typical engine hoist has marks for 1/2-ton, 1-ton, 1 1/2-tons and 2 tons. A V8 engine is typically around 500 lbs, so setting the arm at 1/2 or 1 ton is typically a good setting, as you always would rather overdo it, rather than undershoot the capacity.
Place the hook from the engine hoist around the chain, approximately at the middle. Place the handle from the engine hoist and place it in the jack handle, then pump up the jack. As you lift, the engine will start to elevate. Once it reaches the height you want, you can move the engine as you choose.
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Originally posted by Zic View Postwhen you shim the motor only on the front (depending on how much) it will cause bad vibrations in the drive train.
You end up with the number 3. if you want to raise the engine, the right way to do it, is also raising the gearbox. so you end up with figure nr2.
Good luck with the project.
3 and 4 will vibe, the severity of the misalingment will effect it. A minor amount of misalignment won't cause a major issue usually only a light vibe when accelorating from a stop.Last edited by tomshouse516; 06-09-2012, 02:25 PM.We Fuck Shit Up
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