Pulling the engine would make the job a lot easier, but at 88,000, if well cared
for should be far from needing a rebuild. I've had engines go over 200,000 &
still run well.
John
Paul Volkmann wrote:
> As you're doing all the wires and hoses, you may as well get that engine out
> of there which would make it alot easier to 'spruce-up' the engine & bay.
>
> And as long as you've got it pulled, you (if you've got the desire & funds)
> may as well do the rebuild
>
> Just my $0.03
>
> >From: Tahoe8798@xxxxxxx
>
> >
> >Fellow Club Members,
> > I am planning my late spring "sprucing-up" of my 66 Crown
> >convertible.
> >I would like to detail the engine and engine bay area. To include:
> >cleaning,
> >painting, and new hoses and wiring. In order to do this properly and
> >restore
> >the area to a like new condition, would pulling the engine be required? If
> >so
> >, are we talking a monumental task? And finally, if the engine is pulled,
> >would this be an ideal time to rebuild the engine? The engine has approx.
> >88,000 miles on it. Your suggestions will be appreciated.
>
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