Can i install a motor into a 99gt with long tubes on the motor?

Nova

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buddy of mine has a heads/cams 99gt, spun a rod bearing last week. last i heard hes looking at ordering a short block, having a local shop put the heads and cams back on and make sure they are in proper time. the question i have is can the motor go in with the headers bolted in place?

can i drop the motor/trans/headers in one shot? its a 5speed car.

trying to get this all done in the next two weeks before i leave for school.

 

BennyBlown2v

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Yeah, just put the motor in from below (install it on the K-member, then raise it all up in there). You can sometimes do it from the top, but I've seen a couple cases where it just won't fit.

 

Nova

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will be doing this in the driveway... ive got a hoist, but no access to a lift...

 

mogs01gt

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Yes, you can pull or install the engine with long tubes attached. Make sure to disconnect the steering linkage and move the coolant lines out of the way.

 

mustangman9812

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mogs01gt said:

Yes, you can pull or install the engine with long tubes attached. Make sure to disconnect the steering linkage and move the coolant lines out of the way.

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+1. I have done this alot