In this segment, host Mark Lambert and restoration specialist Roger Schmidt work together to prepare the engine and transmission for removal from the 1962 Corvette. A number of components must be disconnected, and the engine must be isolated from a number of systems (cooling system, exhaust, electrical wiring, drive shaft, fuel system, etc.) before it can be lifted from the engine compartment using an engine hoist. Before these are disconnected from the engine, all fluids are drained from the vehicle. Note: This is a summary of steps included in the automotive restoration procedures shown in this episode of Classic Car Restoration. These are general guidelines for restoration procedures on this particular make and model of vehicle, and for the level of restoration selected for this project. There may be variations in procedures depending model, condition of vehicle, level of restoration undertaken and the types of replacement parts or upgraded kits selected. Always follow proper safety precautions, and read and follow manufacturer's guidelines, diagrams and safety notices that come with any replacement parts or kit that you select. Safety Alert: Always wear eye protection when working with power tools or pneumatic tools. Prep-Work for Engine Removal - The first system disconnected from the engine is the cooling system. With the coolant drained, hoses are disconnected and the radiator bolts are loosened. A screwdriver with the tip bent at a right angle is an ideal tool for loosening hoses from their connections without damaging them (figure A).
- With the cooling-system hoses disconnected, and the mounting bolts removed, the radiator shroud can be removed, and the radiator can be pulled from the vehicle (figure B).
- Unbolt and remove the radiator fan. Since the radiator and fan are in good shape, they will be retained, cleaned up, painted and later reinstalled on the vehicle.
- Tip: Place the radiator bolts in a zip-lock bag, and label the bag, to keep avoid losing any of the bolts prior to re-assembly. Use this technique to keep track of all the bolts and small parts removed from the vehicle as you work through the engine removal and disassembly of parts.
- Mark electrical leads on the generator (figure C) and other electrical components with masking tape, and label the tape to designate the proper connections.
- To remove the oil-fill tube from the engine, gently tap the tube on either side with a hammer to loosen it (figure D), then slowly work the tube free and lift it straight out.
- Unbolt and remove the generator (figure E).
- Disconnect the spark-plug wires and lift the distributor cap off the engine (figure F).
- Unbolt and remove the ignition coil (figure G).
- Unbolt and remove the distributor-pedestal bracket, then disconnect the advance line and lift out the entire distributor (figure H). The distributor is cast aluminum, so use caution when removing it.
- Loosen the clamps on the heater hoses, and remove the heater hoses.
- Now you can loosen and remove the bolt on the main front motor-mount anchor (figure I), leaving the front of the engine ready for disconnection.
- Now work can begin underneath the Corvette to disconnect the exhaust system, transmission mounting and driveshaft. Unbolt the front header pipes at the manifold. Use duct tape to suspend the loose header pipes from the bottom of the vehicle (figure K) as you continue work on disconnecting the exhaust system.
- Unbolt the rear transmission mount -- the rear of the "tripod" that engine/transmission rests upon.
- Unbolt the shifter assembly.
- Loosen the bolts on the rear U-joint yokes (figure K), removing the U-bolts that hold the rear yolk onto the differential flange. Duct tape can be used here to secure U-bolt caps to avoid losing them.
- Since the Corvette utilizes a slip-yoke, with the rear disconnected, the driveshaft can be slid out forward. With the driveshaft disconnected, Roger feeds the driveshaft forward as Mark holds it steady and slides it out (figure L).
- Since the transmission fluid was completely drained earlier, there is no fluid leakage.
- Disconnect the speedometer cable.
- With the transmission mount free, shifter disconnected and driveshaft removed, the engine is now ready to be lifted out of the vehicle.
In the segment that follows, the engine is removed from the vehicle using an engine hoist, and work begins on disassembly and refurbishment of the engine.
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