How to Pull an Engine from a Classic GTO Car

Tools and Materials You’ll Need

• Engine hoist
• Engine stand
• Floor jack
• Jack stands
• Wrenches
• Sockets
• Ratchet
• Safety glasses
• Gloves

Safety First

Before you begin, it’s important to take some safety precautions. Make sure you have a safe work area and that the car is properly secured. Wear safety glasses and gloves to protect yourself from flying debris and sharp edges.

Step 1: Disconnect the Battery

The first step is to disconnect the battery. This will prevent any electrical shorts from occurring while you’re working on the engine.

Step 2: Remove the Hood

Once the battery is disconnected, you can remove the hood. This will give you more room to work.

Step 3: Drain the Coolant

Next, you’ll need to drain the coolant from the engine. This will prevent the coolant from spilling when you remove the engine.

Step 4: Remove the Radiator

Once the coolant is drained, you can remove the radiator. This will give you more access to the engine.

Step 5: Disconnect the Fuel Lines

Next, you’ll need to disconnect the fuel lines. Be careful not to spill any fuel.

Step 6: Disconnect the Exhaust System

Next, you’ll need to disconnect the exhaust system. This will give you more room to work.

Step 7: Remove the Engine Mounts

Now, you can remove the engine mounts. This will allow you to lift the engine out of the car.

Step 8: Lift the Engine Out of the Car

Once the engine mounts are removed, you can lift the engine out of the car. Be careful not to damage the engine or the car.

Step 9: Install the Engine on the Engine Stand

Once the engine is out of the car, you can install it on the engine stand. This will make it easier to work on the engine.

Step 10: Reassemble the Engine

Once the engine is on the engine stand, you can reassemble it. Be sure to follow the manufacturer’s instructions.

Step 11: Install the Engine in the Car

Once the engine is reassembled, you can install it in the car. Be careful not to damage the engine or the car.

Step 12: Reconnect the Fuel Lines

Once the engine is installed, you can reconnect the fuel lines.

Step 13: Reconnect the Exhaust System

Next, you can reconnect the exhaust system.

Step 14: Install the Radiator

Next, you can install the radiator.

Step 15: Fill the Coolant

Once the radiator is installed, you can fill the coolant.

Step 16: Connect the Battery

Finally, you can connect the battery.

Congratulations! You’ve now successfully pulled an engine from a classic GTO car.