Hellish misfire

[aureliusmax]

Originally Posted by Aidzer0

I have found a replacement engine, 156k km on it. I got the trans with it too since my trans is high miles and I just wanted to be safe since I will be there already.


So I see its not really possible to pull the trans + engine out with a cherry picker, I was wondering if it would be possible to pull the front clip off, which would then give me the space I need. Has anyone gone this route?


Apart from the alternator bracket and the valve covers. Any gaskets I should do while the engine is out? I would prefer not to separate the trans from the engine. But maybe it would be wise to do it and sort out that rear coolant cover?


Thanks!

the only seal you won't be able to reach with the transmission connected is the rear main seal, which you should do since it will be easy with transmission and engine out. how can you be so lazy to have a complete engine and transmission out but then not want to separate them and do the job properly

I have no idea why you have problems finding an engine. I see another parts E53 with a 4.4 engine for $1000 another one comes for sale every week in my area