Drivetrain Install from Underneath the Car

[jeremy]

That's pretty cool but I'd chock the wheels for sure.

[71se3834v]

I had pulled and installed a number of engines back in my mid 20's and a couple of trucks in the 90's all out the top so when I did my Charger it came out through the top, removed the trans from underneath and reversed the process to reinstall.
I later helped a friend pull his engine out of his '69 Charger. When it came time to reinstall it we built a jig out of wood to lay the engine, trans & K frame on and using my engine hoist lifted up the car, slid the assembly under and lowered like the video. Pretty slick. A little tight though getting it between the frame rail if I remember but hey, the factory did it daily.

[DynoDave]

This is the easiest way to go for sure, if you have the facilities to do so.

But man, the casters on that engine stand are NOT happy!

[CDN72SE]

Reminds me of me, doing these types of installations all by myself. Though all the neighbors know to come running if they hear any screaming or cursing in the garage.

[DynoDave]

I saved these years ago...a late B suspension and powertrain removed from below.

[jeremy]

Looks like you had some monster wheels in the back!

[Admin]

Oh, those aren't mine. Not my car. I just saved the photos for future reference.

[CDN72SE]

Think I may do the same thing with my wheel skates, decided to install the k-frame and engine all from below. Thanks for posting the pictures Dave.

[DynoDave]

While there are many ways to do it, I like that orange fixture in the video. Good for lifting the body, and for rolling it around while the front cradle and suspension are out.