Softail Engine Removal Question
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Softail Engine Removal Question
I got my service manual last week and have been studying it as I prepare to completely disassemble the bike for a laundry list of mods this winter. The engine removal section seems pretty straight forward. My question is, for any of you that have pulled the engine, when it came time to pull it through the right side of the chassis, what did you use? Did you use a specific engine lift, did you man up on it alone or with a buddy, another solution? I don't currently own a shop crane, but if one will make this job easier, I'm not above going to get one, even though it will probably only get used twice, once for removal and once for install.
I've got a mid-sized tractor, Kubota B3300SU for those interested, that has a hydraulic front loader. However, while it is a very fine piece of equipment, the operation isn't as precise as a hand pumped hydraulic lift.
To make matters worse, I am a few weeks away from right wrist surgery (I'm right handed) to install two pines and some dental floss where a ligament used to be. I'm already wounded, but being in a cast for 3 weeks will further limit me. I do have plenty of friends that would be willing to help. However, half the fun of winter mods is keeping everyone in the dark as long as you can to show off the finished product.
Thanks for any advice you can give me.
I've got a mid-sized tractor, Kubota B3300SU for those interested, that has a hydraulic front loader. However, while it is a very fine piece of equipment, the operation isn't as precise as a hand pumped hydraulic lift.
To make matters worse, I am a few weeks away from right wrist surgery (I'm right handed) to install two pines and some dental floss where a ligament used to be. I'm already wounded, but being in a cast for 3 weeks will further limit me. I do have plenty of friends that would be willing to help. However, half the fun of winter mods is keeping everyone in the dark as long as you can to show off the finished product.
Thanks for any advice you can give me.
Tourer
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From: Old Hickory TN
Well I'm no expert but I've watched plenty of OCC reruns and them boys are carrying around twin cams and S&S motors by themselves. I would guess they would run about 120-150lbs for the engine alone.(less the tranny) Be nice to have some help but I wouldn't think its unmanageable.
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Just removed and reinstalled mine--'04 Softail Standard--Remove from right side BUT I had removed rockers, heads, jugs, and pistons B4 removing engine.I was on the right side of motor and buddy was on left side--lifted right out. I did use old athletic socks and painters taped the socks to the frame so as not to damage the paint--worked fine. Good luck--any problems, post again.
John
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