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Old 06-01-2012, 10:25 PM   #3
rcbildr
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Re: Pulling an engine checklist??

1st and IMO most important...drain and remove the radiator. I made that expensive mistake when I replaced the engine in my diesel suburban. Before that, if you are working on a 4x4...try to make sure your hoist will lift high enough to remove the engine, or have a plan in case it doesn't....the most recent engine swap I did on the same diesel burb, I had to remove the wheels and put it on small jack stands to get the clearance I needed.
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1985 Chevy Suburban 3/4ton 4x4 with 6.2L diesel, 4" lift, converted to TH-400, Warn Premium manual hubs, & Wildcat 315/75/R16 tires. (daily driver)
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