You're probably thinking, "What, pull the engine just to replace the lifters?" Well, here's what I'm thinking:
I'm pretty sure my knocking noise is a bad lifter. It's getting on my nerves and I need to fix it soon. I know that I can replace the lifters with the engine in the truck, but it's a real PITA. Also, I need to install the dual idler gear drive set. Plus, I need to replace the motor mounts. The driver's side is real bad and it's even busted the bolt that holds the two parts together. So, in order to do all this, I'm going to have to remove the intake manifold, injection pump, injection lines, valve covers, remove the valve train, remove all engine accessories, remove water pump, front cover, remove motor mount bolts, jack up engine, replace motor mounts....
At this point in the game, there's not much left holding the engine in...just the tranny and exhaust, really. So I'm wondering if I'd be doing myself a favor and just pull the engine to start with, mount it on the stand, and do all the work where it's easy to get to. Plus, I can pull the pan and inspect the lower end to see how it's holding up. It's also way much easier to replace the motor mounts with the engine out.
Whaddya think? Worth the effort? I don't really want to replace the headgaskets, 'cause they're fine, and I want to see how long it will go before needing them, but then again, if the engine's out...
Maybe I'm just crazy.
Casey
[ 02-09-2005, 05:31 AM: Message edited by: arveetek ]