In a message dated 3/11/00 8:04:34 AM Pacific Standard Time,
andy51chevy@mindspring.com writes:
> Hey all,
> I am looking at an engine and transmission now to switch out with the
> truck's 216 and three speed. The engine is not to far, but about half an
> hour's drive. I was wondering if it is possible to carry a complete
engine,
> transmission, and rearend in the bed of a full size pickup. Is this safe?
> Do I need a flat bed or a u-haul? I'm not very experienced with this
stuff.
> Thanks in advance.
> Andy Johns
> 1951 3100
>
You should be okay, figure about 650lbs for the engine, another 200 or so
for the tranny, bellhousing and clutch stuff, and another 200 for the rearend
for roundish numbers....
Mike
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