1966 Toronado Engine Removal
#1
1966 Toronado Engine Removal
My flywheel is missing about 1/3 of its teeth due to my ex mechanic who oddly made a mess of things (not like him). Anyway I need to remove the engine and I've got about $3k already invested. Starting to look less likely to get further investments back.
So I am seeing if I can DIY. Does anyone have a link to a detailed procedural video or write up on a detailed engine removal and install?
I am at best a backyard mechanic so did I mention a detailed procedure?
Thanks much.
So I am seeing if I can DIY. Does anyone have a link to a detailed procedural video or write up on a detailed engine removal and install?
I am at best a backyard mechanic so did I mention a detailed procedure?
Thanks much.
#2
Sometime it is easier to remove the transmission to replace the flex plate or unbolt the trans and move it back enough to replace the flex plate. Anyone know if that is the case with a 66 Toro?
To the OP, 425's and 455's use different flex plates. Be certain the gear drive on the starter is good and that the starter is shimmed properly if needed when done.
Good luck!!!
To the OP, 425's and 455's use different flex plates. Be certain the gear drive on the starter is good and that the starter is shimmed properly if needed when done.
Good luck!!!
#3
I think it's much easier to remove the engine.
1) Unbolt the side axle plates from the block
2) Front engine plate from the block or frame, whichever is easier
3) Exhaust manifolds from the exhaust
4) Remove starter
5) Unbolt the bell housing bolts
6) Torque converter, there is an access hole
7) All electrical and water connections
8) The hood
9) You'll have to support the transmission. It's easiest to throw a jack under the pumpkin.
I'm sure I missed something but that will get you started. Of course this procedure is in a motors manual and or chassis service manual. It's been 40 years since I did this so my memory is foggy.
1) Unbolt the side axle plates from the block
2) Front engine plate from the block or frame, whichever is easier
3) Exhaust manifolds from the exhaust
4) Remove starter
5) Unbolt the bell housing bolts
6) Torque converter, there is an access hole
7) All electrical and water connections
8) The hood
9) You'll have to support the transmission. It's easiest to throw a jack under the pumpkin.
I'm sure I missed something but that will get you started. Of course this procedure is in a motors manual and or chassis service manual. It's been 40 years since I did this so my memory is foggy.
#5
I've done it both ways and found it easier to pull the engine/transmission as a unit. Trip, I don't know if you listed it on your steps but I remember a plate between the engine block and flexplate. It has one bolt that's really hard to reach and has to be removed before the engine can be separated from the transmission. Its been several years since I pulled one of these, but think this needed a couple feet of extension and was on the drivers side between the oil pan and transmission. Can you picture this bolt I'm trying to describe? John
#9
I've removed several engines from early Toronados. Not much different from any other RWD car of the era, besides the front mount. I remember having to tilt the engine forward a bit, to allow the flexplate to clear the front/top of the bellhousing. Not that big a deal.
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