How much does the Engine/Transmission Weigh? Options

[ericread]

I am getting ready to drop my engine/transmission this weekend (1974 2.0L w/original FI - all stock).

How much does the engine + tansmission weigh? Harbor Freight has a transmission jack for $60.00 bucks. Will this work OK for me?

450 LB. CAPACITY TRANSMISSION JACK



Perfect for removing transmissions on smaller vehicles. Heavy duty steel construction with ball bearing easy-roll casters. Includes 2''W x 43''L nylon strap to secure the load. Works with any 1/2'' drive ratchet handle (not included).
Saddle tilts for easy positioning
Maximum capacity: 450 lbs.
Lift range: 7-1/4'' to 23-1/4''
Cradle size: 6-7/8'' x 13''
3'' non-marring swivel casters
Overall dimensions: 16-1/2''L x 15-5/8''W x 8''H
Tool weight: 33.25 lbs.

[bperry]

I bought the Motorcycle lift from SAMs a couple of years ago for $80.


It works great. I wish it had a bit more lift, but I was able to easily remove
and install the engine by myself.
I think if I were doing it again, I'd look for a nice low profile transmission jack
that had a removable plate so that it could function as normal jack.
Also from what I've seen, the transmission jacks seem to have alot more lift height.
In other words I'd rather spend a little bit more to have a second jack that
is dual function with lots of lift height than to have a nice
"914 engine remover" jack.

Or get Chris's custom plates and use it on a nice low profile jack.
(Again, dual functionality vs a dedicated 914 engine jack).


Or if you are a CSOB like many of us and already have a jack
you could try one of these transmission adapter plates. Not as stable
or as nice as Chris's plate but quite a bit cheaper from HarborFreight.
Actually its cheaper than the lift you originally were looking at.


--- bill