Hot Rods 1 man engine swap on slopes drwy 63 Impala

Hey guys I got bad news from the shop. I need to rebuild or replace my motor in my 63 impala. I have this sloped driveway and I’m all alone. Can I do this job with the photos provided? Keep in mind the pavers aren’t smooth rolling

 

put it inside that garage.

 

I'm sure I'll get stoned ...but .... You might , at this point , be better off in a number of ways to cut your losses ...

 

What did the shop say is the problem?

 

Where are you located? The HAMB is far-reaching. I'm sure you could find help.

 

Got a big tree in the back yard ? And a come-along ?? Or a buddy that does?

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I really cant se any problems, use your imagination.
For example, build a wooden structure and get an chain lifting device, remove hood lift engine, roll the car back, roll away old engine lift up new one, get a electric winch and attach it somewhere in your garage, vinch the car back up, put in new engine, two days if you are alone, hardest part removing the transbolts, the trans can you hold up by placing a woodenbar between the fenders and put a strap around trans preventing it from falling down

 

The sloop makes it harder, all enginelifters a such are for flat nice concrete, if you build something yourself you can make it fit your needs

 

You don't need the whole car in the garage. Have the cherry picker on the smooth flat surface just inside the door and roll the car back and forth. The car not being level doesn't matter much. I would also recommend a load leveler so you can tilt the motor as you yank it out.

 

I have pulled many a motor through the years on a slanted driveway.
Sometimes it takes a little creativity, you can do it.

 

Have you performed a compression test? Do you know the shop?,are they trust worthy?
If I was close I would help, someone close may stop by and lend a helping hand either diagnosing or helping pull the engine.
Dan

 

either the garage, or the street, would be better than that driveway.

 

It can be done, but judging from your issues on each part of this journey, I would say that YOU can't do it.
Harsh, but this is big, heavy, dangerous work. All of your posts show that you don't understand basic stuff, so suggesting how to do this is going to end in damage, injury or worse.
Get local help, preferably knowledgeable and many. Do not tear the car down, since you do not have the place, equipment or knowledge to complete the job.

 

**** I’ve swapped em by myself in the yard

 

@anthony myrick I've done it too. However, I also can do and did do a trans swap at 20 without having to post
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I know we all start somewhere and nobody knows it all. However, this is going to end badly if he tries it alone on that driveway with his current abilities.

 

Had a student swap an engine and trans in the driveway with no help and a very small amount of hand tools. No hoist.
There is no can’t.

 

Back the car out more and use couple pieces of plywood. Raise the plywood up a few inches so it’s level and the cherry picker should roll pretty easy. You’re lucky it’s not a 460 you’re pulling.

 

****, I’ve pulled more engines out in the yard than in a shop

 

As a teacher, write out the process for the fine gent.
Be sure to include all safety concerns and a bit about removing rusty/rounded fasteners (exhaust at least). Explain how to set up the cherry picker so it can be moved with the weight of the engine in the air on an angle with what is probably coolant slick cobblestones.

 

He is taking advice from somebody that is commercially motivated.
The engine was OK back when he did the Trans swap and the Power Steering swap.

@Eth727
Beware of people that preach "fear" and offer "salvation" at the same time.
They say your engine is F***ed and offer to fix it ...hmmmmm!

 

Are you swapping it because of the high idle?

 

I dont use a cherry picker in the yard. But plywood could overcome the cobblestone.
I use a homemade A frame. Lift the engine, scoot the car back until it’s out. I’ve also removed the front clip to make it easier.
rusty fasteners are removed the same inside or outside.
Exhaust manifolds can stay hooked to the exhaust.

 

Gonna have to agree with@RodStRace on this one, considering the number of posts about EVERY little thing on this car. A job better farmed out this time.

Edit: I would get a second opinion on the need of replacement. Is it knocking, smoking, or just won't run? Leaking coolant? previous posts don't indicate any of that.

 

I've done it on a very steep driveway. I think my ex was betting on me dying that day. Chained down the car, and the hoist and got it done. By myself. Now I've got a 4" diameter steel pull post anchored several feet into concrete that I can chain to the next time. Follow all the great advice on these replies.

 

@Eth727 you mentioned the adapter you used was the wrong one. In your other post you were given links to proper ones, depending on bolt spacing.
Was it the shop the saw it was the wrong adapter?
This would be another vote to get ***istance in determining what is actually wrong with the engine before pulling it.

You can trust the shop, but be prudent and verify beforehand.

 

I'm with Anthony, get yourself 2 pieces of 3/4" plywood 4x8 and roll the car on them and locate so you can roll the hoist in and out. Or roll the car out from under the motor once you have it up.

Pat

 

"Trust everyone but brand your cattle"!

 

Best way to learn is to do
A shop manual is extremely helpful. Even a generic Chiltons that covers that year.
These hand held communication shop tools gain you access to almost limitless info.

 

Okay I’ve read a few of his threads and has anyone established where on the planet he is? If he’s close enough I’ll be more than glad to come over and help figure this out. If not there has to be someone on here that would be willing to take the young’un under their wing. You got to admire him for trying and not afraid of asking questions, but like stated you might need some ***istance with this because you really have no room for error.

 

where does he live?