Light work before the rally ( engine & trans swap + overdrive kit)

[Jeepsinker]

As some of you know I've been chasing a lack of power issue with my current engine for a while now, and I don't trust it to make the rally and back. Today I started the transplant. I installed the waterloo overdrive kit into a N.O.S transmission that I've had for a while now, and also installed the new front bearing retainer and seal that I had machined ( yes Gerhard, the test starts now!) I swung the trans over and installed it on the back of a surprisingly fresh LDS that I just finished replacing all of the coolant hoses on with silicone hoses. Removed, inspected, and cleaned the clutch and flywheel. I was going to install a new rear main but found out I didn't have the retainer gasket. It isn't leaking now, we'll see how long it lasts. Installed a new water pump, new belts too. Started pulling the old drivetrain but it isn't out yet. More tomorrow.
I plan to leave on the 17th, and no later than the 18th. So we'll see if I can still work like I used to. I've found that being down for so long I sort of lost my drive. Hard to get back in the saddle, especially when you aren't 100%.

 

[Tracer]

As some of you know I've been chasing a lack of power issue with my current engine for a while now, and I don't trust it to make the rally and back. Today I started the transplant. I installed the waterloo overdrive kit into a N.O.S transmission that I've had for a while now, and also installed the new front bearing retainer and seal that I had machined ( yes Gerhard, the test starts now!) I swung the trans over and installed it on the back of a surprisingly fresh LDS that I just finished replacing all of the coolant hoses on with silicone hoses. Removed, inspected, and cleaned the clutch and flywheel. I was going to install a new rear main but found out I didn't have the retainer gasket. It isn't leaking now, we'll see how long it lasts. Installed a new water pump, new belts too. Started pulling the old drivetrain but it isn't out yet. More tomorrow.
I plan to leave on the 17th, and no later than the 18th. So we'll see if I can still work like I used to. I've found that being down for so long I sort of lost my drive. Hard to get back in the saddle, especially when you aren't 100%.

Sir, we have a different opinion of what light work is! Hope ya get things done by the 17th! Good Luck and Smooth Sailing!!!

 

[rustystud]

Looking good Garret !

 

[Recovry4x4]

What's the story with that front bearing retainer or more specifically, the seal? Also, as a public service message, just because your deuce will go 75 MPH doesn't mean you should. LOL

 

[Rmtaunton]

Good luck Garrett , That's gonna be a task, with your condition , I hope you have help !!! huge undertaking

 

[Jeepsinker]

I have one friend that is helping me remove the old one and stab the new one. I got everything else. Easier than a Chevy.

 

[Jeepsinker]

Motor is out! Most of the things that needed to be transferred from one motor to the other ( spin on filters) are done. Just the alternator left to swap, then back in with it. Throttle connector pin at the injector pump was almost worn through! I decreased and pressure washed everything I could get to with the engine out. Man did it need it!

 

[Rmtaunton]

Fantastic !!!!!

 

[welldigger]

Keep at it man.

 

[Jeepsinker]

Probably should have ground hopped the new motor at some point... I hope it doesn't screw me. It looks excellent in every aspect from all my inspections so far.

 

[Rmtaunton]

She will run and that LDS will be the best uprade to an already deuce that has done probably more miles in the past few years than 99 percent of us

 

[welldigger]

Put a breaker bar on the harmonic balancer and roll it over a few times. See if you feel or hear anything odd.

 

[Jeepsinker]

Good idea. I know it turns. We turned it over when we did the HH o-rings. And I have no radiator in front of it now so it'll be easy.

 

[LiveFreeOrDieTryn2B]

I hope everything's going well I did mine with my 11 year olds help and he was a huge help.If your feeling froggy add a nylon fan best 20$ I ever spent on my LDS.I hope to see more pics good luck and be safe.

 

[welldigger]

Good idea. I know it turns. We turned it over when we did the HH o-rings. And I have no radiator in front of it now so it'll be easy.

Ya I remember that engine. It was a nice one. Had a civi alternater and a bizarre exhaust set up after the turbo.

 

[turnkey]

Just remember ....Great build, so far if the LDS is messed up....a 21H.P. B&S lawn motor is the next best thing .....Great job on it so far.

 

[Rmtaunton]

just remember ....great build, so far if the lds is messed up....a 21h.p. B&s lawn motor is the next best thing .....great job on it so far.

boooo boooo

 

[Jeepsinker]

I do have two more spare engines. I just wouldn't have time to do another swap. It'll be fine.

 

[Jeepsinker]

Well, no luck today... got the drivetrain in and all hooked up only to find out that the button has popped off of the hydraulic head again... more work for me tomorrow. Looks like I may have to push my departure date another day. Really disappointing that it didn't fire right up. I've already done that repair to this engine on the stand once.

 

[LiveFreeOrDieTryn2B]

Just keep at it you ll get her done keep us posted don't forget pics.