Starting the engine removal prep. the rad, rad shroud, alternator and fan have been removed. I also detached the trans cooling lines.
Easy to see the hidden timing mark tab in this shot.
Some good reusable parts for later. Especially the cruise control bits 🙂
One reusable bit is the AC throttle kicker. They’re quite expensive so I’m trying to save this one. The very fine ground connections from the internal coil was broken off.
I was able to get it reattached in another location so now I have a good backup unit. Just need to give it a coat of satin black.
Engine pretty well free and clear for removal. I will now drop the exhaust pipes, remove the torque converter bolts, the two lower bell housing bolts and empty the trans oil.
Next: pulling ‘er out!