Possible dumb question but,

[1800bigk]

Can the engine be reinstalled with cylinders and head in place? I removed the jugs and head before removing engine, but I was wondering if I could reassemble the whole thing then slap it back in there.

[sheefreak]

Yes it can be done, is plenty of clearence.

[kenr74]

I wouldn't call it plenty of clearance but it can be done. It is easier to put it in from the clutch side so you don't have to wiggle around the petcock.

[bigboybanshee]

^^^^^^^^^^ What he said....I just did that a month ago Don't get discouraged if you're having trouble getting it in there, just have a friend help out because you're gonna be twisting and turning the engine to slide it in place. Once it's "in the frame" the rest is cake

[ledofthezep]

Also...if you repainted the frame or had it PC'd ...place some rags around the frame so you don't scratch it up when re-installing it.

[1800bigk]

good,

I had a hell of a time trying to get the engine out with the head and cylinders on, but I was alone, so i just took them off. I want to put it all together this time so I can just bolt it up and go.

Edited February 1, 2005 by 1800bigk

[locogato11283]

do u have the gas tank out? if so its no problem. if not id just take it out real fast.

[1800bigk]

yeah gas tank is out now, it wasnt out when I took it all apart, but since then I have removed it.

 

 

thanks

[limitied03]

Yeah man with gas tank removed its a snap to put the engine back in....hell i did it by myself in about 15 minutes...with lots of cursing and a small maglight in my mouth....shop light was burned out..plus i was in a hurry

[FIRST BANSHEE]

that is actually the proper way to install the engine, nothing can fall into a assembled motor.

[bogart]

very easy to install i think.takes seconds to get it in the frame with the tank off.there is just certain angles to put it in but i done seem to have a problem at all

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if you dont have sparkplugs in it's a lot easier as well, make sure the pegs are off, etc etc.