Engine Lift Plates

[tobyw]

I'm about to embark on a complete drivetrain swap on a J-series pickup, which will more than likely require several stabs of the engine/transmission to get the mounts laid out and fabricated. I'm installing a bone stock TBI Chevy 350, and I'm curious about using an intake mounted lift plate - anyone have any input on weight limitations when using these? My concerns are whether or not I would need to strip all of the accessories off the front of the engine, whether or not I could hang the transmission off the back and poke it all in at once, etc. I appreciate any thoughts or experiences you can share.

 

[crash2]

Thats how we used to get the motors out of vans

 

[srgould41]

If it has an aluminum manifold I may be concerned, iron no concern. My aluminum Edlebrock manifold has two stripped holes that needed inserts. I would never trust it for lifting the engine.

 

[ain'tstuckjustresting]

I single 5/16-18 lifting eye is good for 1200lbs. when threaded into steel or with a nut. I'd say that a lifting plate with 4 proper length bolts, even in aluminum would handle a fully dressed engine & trans just fine.

 

[crash2]

Tbi's only have 3 bolts compared to a carbed intake--but still works

 

[tobyw]

Thanks for the input guys!!

 

[leadfoot067]

you need a plate?