mnm99
Well-Known Member
Hi guys,
I thought I would post the process how I'm going to remove a V-Drive while the engine is still in the boat. I was told it can't be done, but I'm stubborn. So far all my clearances look like they will work. I'm going to do it a little different. First off I need to support the engine so it doesn't tip forward. The way I'm going to do this is with a beam from side to side with an additional support in the engine bay. Using a 500 lb come along just enough to take the pressure off the trans. Next is to add an addition I beam with another come along for the trans. There is a problem with separating, it's the trans mount. The way I'm getting around this is to remove the stringer bolt instead of the trans mount bolt. This will give me the ability to slide the trans back. NOW.. I have 4.25 inches from the back of the trans and the wall. In the diagrams I have the transmission mounting flange and the shaft is only 2.5 inches long(pic) so in theory I will be able to slide the trans back enough to disconnect from the engine. Then will have to go back and remove the bell housing. I'll keep you updated. So far I'm all unbolted and supports are built. The weekend after next is when I'm going to give it a try. ( WOW..I have a good camera. Don't mind the dirty engine and trans. Getting a good cleaning when done)
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I thought I would post the process how I'm going to remove a V-Drive while the engine is still in the boat. I was told it can't be done, but I'm stubborn. So far all my clearances look like they will work. I'm going to do it a little different. First off I need to support the engine so it doesn't tip forward. The way I'm going to do this is with a beam from side to side with an additional support in the engine bay. Using a 500 lb come along just enough to take the pressure off the trans. Next is to add an addition I beam with another come along for the trans. There is a problem with separating, it's the trans mount. The way I'm getting around this is to remove the stringer bolt instead of the trans mount bolt. This will give me the ability to slide the trans back. NOW.. I have 4.25 inches from the back of the trans and the wall. In the diagrams I have the transmission mounting flange and the shaft is only 2.5 inches long(pic) so in theory I will be able to slide the trans back enough to disconnect from the engine. Then will have to go back and remove the bell housing. I'll keep you updated. So far I'm all unbolted and supports are built. The weekend after next is when I'm going to give it a try. ( WOW..I have a good camera. Don't mind the dirty engine and trans. Getting a good cleaning when done)
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