Removing the engine is a good idea. But I have very little room in the garage to house it and the driveway is really steap so that is not likely an option for me. Plus I would need to rent or buy a hoist/lift and a stand. But I have always wanted one. I see Harbor Freight has some cheap ones. Wonder if they are any good for occasional use?
Wiring connections are not an issue with this truck. There is very little and same for the rest of stuff and then just the two front motor mounts and 2 or 3 around the transmition/bellhousing. The worst part would be getting the exhaust pipes disconnected from the manifold! Well and I hate havign to drain the water and possibly remove the radiator (original V8 has the radiator pretty close to the engine).
I could see that it might be worth it to take the engine out. Easier in many ways when compared to working on your back under a truck trying to clean it and have grease oil solvents and cleaners running down your arms and dripping onto your face and all. And then trying to paint it in those positions too!
Maye I will get to that option some day. Would have to clear out the other side of the garage and find another place for a ton of stuff and my harley and other tools and stuff. Wish I had a 4 or 5 car garage or shop area or something bigger than a 1.5 to 2 car garage.
