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Engine removal A frame plans [message #106022] Tue, 16 November 2010 16:35 Go to next message
Neil is currently offline  Neil   United States
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I am looking for plans for an engine removal A frame (not for me) that will clear the roof a/c.

I saw this one:
http://www.gmcmhphotos.com/photos/showphoto.php?photo=1875&cat=3180

But it does not appear to accomodate the a/c.

Can someone direct me to another set ofplans?

Thank you all.


Neil
76 Eleganza now sold
Los Angeles
Re: Engine removal A frame plans [message #106024 is a reply to message #106022] Tue, 16 November 2010 17:40 Go to previous messageGo to next message
fred v is currently offline  fred v   United States
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just make the frame a bit lower.


Fred V
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Re: Engine removal A frame plans [message #106026 is a reply to message #106022] Tue, 16 November 2010 17:44 Go to previous messageGo to next message
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Or remove the inside A/C shroud. A really very simple task.. Jim
Re: Engine removal A frame plans [message #106031 is a reply to message #106022] Tue, 16 November 2010 19:56 Go to previous messageGo to next message
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..insted of square channel...why not use "I beam" and mount the trolly wheels on the inside of the beam...
Re: [GMCnet] Engine removal A frame plans [message #106037 is a reply to message #106031] Tue, 16 November 2010 20:57 Go to previous messageGo to next message
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Dan,

I tried that 20-some years ago. 4 inch I-beam(it was free) A
man-killer for weight.
Made a new one a couple of years ago. Rectangular tubing.(paid
for it) Much lighter.
Weight is a consideration when you work alone.

Gary Kosier
77EII & 77PB
Newark, Ohio

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> ..insted of square channel...why not use "I beam" and mount the
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Re: [GMCnet] Engine removal A frame plans [message #106049 is a reply to message #106037] Tue, 16 November 2010 23:28 Go to previous messageGo to next message
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Two angle irons = the bottom of an I beam without all the weight.
Re: [GMCnet] Engine removal A frame plans [message #106051 is a reply to message #106049] Wed, 17 November 2010 01:14 Go to previous messageGo to next message
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...good info...

thanks
Re: [GMCnet] Engine removal A frame plans [message #106059 is a reply to message #106022] Wed, 17 November 2010 06:22 Go to previous messageGo to next message
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I have one designed for dropping the engine out the bottom. It's yours if
you want it free. I live just SE of Tucson if you happen, or a friend
happens to be traveling this way.

On Tue, Nov 16, 2010 at 3:35 PM, Neil Martin <nmartin@hfbllp.com> wrote:

>
>
> I am looking for plans for an engine removal A frame (not for me) that will
> clear the roof a/c.
>
> I saw this one:
> http://www.gmcmhphotos.com/photos/showphoto.php?photo=1875&cat=3180
>
> But it does not appear to accomodate the a/c.
>
> Can someone direct me to another set ofplans?
>
> Thank you all.
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> Neil
> 76 Eleganza
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Re: [GMCnet] Engine removal A frame plans [message #106062 is a reply to message #106059] Wed, 17 November 2010 07:02 Go to previous messageGo to next message
Carleton Douglas[1] is currently offline  Carleton Douglas[1]   United States
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Steve, does that mean that you are not going to be a GMC owner in the
future? You will not know what to do with your self, have to have some
hobby or you will rot on the couch.

On Wed, Nov 17, 2010 at 5:22 AM, Steven Ferguson <botiemad11@gmail.com> wrote:
> I have one designed for dropping the engine out the bottom.  It's yours if
> you want it free.  I live just SE of Tucson if you happen, or a friend
> happens to be traveling this way.
>
> On Tue, Nov 16, 2010 at 3:35 PM, Neil Martin <nmartin@hfbllp.com> wrote:
>
>>
>>
>> I am looking for plans for an engine removal A frame (not for me) that will
>> clear the roof a/c.
>>
>> I saw this one:
>> http://www.gmcmhphotos.com/photos/showphoto.php?photo=1875&cat=3180
>>
>> But it does not appear to accomodate the a/c.
>>
>> Can someone direct me to another set ofplans?
>>
>> Thank you all.
>> --
>> Neil
>> 76 Eleganza
>> Los Angeles
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Re: Engine removal A frame plans [message #106075 is a reply to message #106022] Wed, 17 November 2010 09:33 Go to previous messageGo to next message
Neil is currently offline  Neil   United States
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Thanks to all

Neil
76 Eleganza now sold
Los Angeles
Re: [GMCnet] Engine removal A frame plans [message #106078 is a reply to message #106059] Wed, 17 November 2010 10:48 Go to previous messageGo to next message
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Steven Ferguson wrote on Wed, 17 November 2010 05:22

I have one designed for dropping the engine out the bottom. It's yours if
you want it free. I live just SE of Tucson if you happen, or a friend
happens to be traveling this way.

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Steve, If it doesn't take up too much space, I would be interested in it


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Re: [GMCnet] Engine removal A frame plans [message #106081 is a reply to message #106062] Wed, 17 November 2010 11:36 Go to previous messageGo to next message
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[quote title=Carleton Douglas[1] wrote on Wed, 17 November 2010 05:02]Steve, does that mean that you are not going to be a GMC owner in the
future? You will not know what to do with your self, have to have some
hobby or you will rot on the couch.

.I don't think Steve will need it if he buys a 23.
Roy


Roy Keen Minden,NV 76 X Glenbrook
Re: Engine removal A frame plans [message #106106 is a reply to message #106022] Wed, 17 November 2010 23:21 Go to previous messageGo to next message
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Niel,
The trolley frame shown in the picture of your first post is mine. I used it to pull the engine out the door on a 26' with the original Dometic AC. It clears fine and allows one to remove it through the door with a common cherry picker. It is engineered to go together with pined joints and triangular legs. No welding is involved. I can either e-mail you the sketches so you could build your own from scrap yard steel. there is an alternative that We may be coming to LA for Thanksgiving and could bring it down as a loan it to you.

I have used this on at least three different removals with no problem.
Good luck with your project.
Frank Condos
Ahwahnee, CA
Re: [GMCnet] Engine removal A frame plans [message #106107 is a reply to message #106106] Thu, 18 November 2010 00:41 Go to previous messageGo to next message
Kurt Luthy is currently offline  Kurt Luthy   United States
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Hi Frank
I would like to get the sketches as well or eventually borrow the frame as
well if it is in the area.

Thank You,
Kurt Lüthy
Las Vegas
74 26" Glacier

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Niel,
The trolley frame shown in the picture of your first post is mine. I used
it to pull the engine out the door on a 26' with the original Dometic AC.
It clears fine and allows one to remove it through the door with a common
cherry picker. It is engineered to go together with pined joints and
triangular legs. No welding is involved. I can either e-mail you the
sketches so you could build your own from scrap yard steel. there is an
alternative that We may be coming to LA for Thanksgiving and could bring it
down as a loan it to you.

I have used this on at least three different removals with no problem.
Good luck with your project.
Frank Condos
Ahwahnee, CA
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Re: [GMCnet] Engine removal A frame plans [message #106108 is a reply to message #106106] Thu, 18 November 2010 05:23 Go to previous messageGo to next message
Mr ERFisher is currently offline  Mr ERFisher   United States
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I thought the sketches were here?
http://www.gmcmhphotos.com/photos/showgallery.php?cat=3180

gene



On Wed, Nov 17, 2010 at 9:21 PM, Frank Condos <fcondos@sti.net> wrote:

>
>
> Niel,
> The trolley frame shown in the picture of your first post is mine. I used
> it to pull the engine out the door on a 26' with the original Dometic AC.
> It clears fine and allows one to remove it through the door with a common
> cherry picker. It is engineered to go together with pined joints and
> triangular legs. No welding is involved. I can either e-mail you the
> sketches so you could build your own from scrap yard steel. there is an
> alternative that We may be coming to LA for Thanksgiving and could bring it
> down as a loan it to you.
>
> I have used this on at least three different removals with no problem.
> Good luck with your project.
> Frank Condos
> Ahwahnee, CA
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Re: [GMCnet] Engine removal A frame plans [message #106109 is a reply to message #106078] Thu, 18 November 2010 05:43 Go to previous messageGo to next message
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Carl,
It breaks down. Come and get it or I can bring it to your rally next
month.

On Wed, Nov 17, 2010 at 9:48 AM, Carl Stouffer <carljr3b@yahoo.com> wrote:

>
>
> Steven Ferguson wrote on Wed, 17 November 2010 05:22
> > I have one designed for dropping the engine out the bottom. It's yours
> if
> > you want it free. I live just SE of Tucson if you happen, or a friend
> > happens to be traveling this way.
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> >
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> > Sierra Vista, AZ
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>
>
> Steve, If it doesn't take up too much space, I would be interested in it
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Re: [GMCnet] Engine removal A frame plans [message #106110 is a reply to message #106062] Thu, 18 November 2010 05:45 Go to previous messageGo to next message
Steven Ferguson is currently offline  Steven Ferguson   United States
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Carlton,
No hidden meaning. If I need another one, I have got (literally) tons of
steel around here. I have so many projects that some days I just jump on
the bike and ride for a few hours so I don't have to think about all of
them.
I just can't see hanging on to it if it is needed.

On Wed, Nov 17, 2010 at 6:02 AM, Carleton Douglas <aecsdouglas@gmail.com>wrote:

> Steve, does that mean that you are not going to be a GMC owner in the
> future? You will not know what to do with your self, have to have some
> hobby or you will rot on the couch.
>
> On Wed, Nov 17, 2010 at 5:22 AM, Steven Ferguson <botiemad11@gmail.com>
> wrote:
> > I have one designed for dropping the engine out the bottom. It's yours
> if
> > you want it free. I live just SE of Tucson if you happen, or a friend
> > happens to be traveling this way.
> >
> > On Tue, Nov 16, 2010 at 3:35 PM, Neil Martin <nmartin@hfbllp.com> wrote:
> >
> >>
> >>
> >> I am looking for plans for an engine removal A frame (not for me) that
> will
> >> clear the roof a/c.
> >>
> >> I saw this one:
> >> http://www.gmcmhphotos.com/photos/showphoto.php?photo=1875&cat=3180
> >>
> >> But it does not appear to accomodate the a/c.
> >>
> >> Can someone direct me to another set ofplans?
> >>
> >> Thank you all.
> >> --
> >> Neil
> >> 76 Eleganza
> >> Los Angeles
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Re: [GMCnet] Engine removal A frame plans [message #106120 is a reply to message #106110] Thu, 18 November 2010 07:34 Go to previous messageGo to next message
Carleton Douglas[1] is currently offline  Carleton Douglas[1]   United States
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I know what you mean, hope to use the GMC this year I know I said that
last year.

Keep busy and live long time.

On Thu, Nov 18, 2010 at 4:45 AM, Steven Ferguson <botiemad11@gmail.com> wrote:
> Carlton,
>  No hidden meaning.  If I need another one, I have got (literally) tons of
> steel around here.  I have so many projects that some days I just jump on
> the bike and ride for a few hours so I don't have to think about all of
> them.
>  I just can't see hanging on to it if it is needed.
>
> On Wed, Nov 17, 2010 at 6:02 AM, Carleton Douglas <aecsdouglas@gmail.com>wrote:
>
>> Steve, does that mean that you are not going to be a GMC owner in the
>> future? You will not know what to do with your self, have to have some
>> hobby or you will rot on the couch.
>>
>> On Wed, Nov 17, 2010 at 5:22 AM, Steven Ferguson <botiemad11@gmail.com>
>> wrote:
>> > I have one designed for dropping the engine out the bottom.  It's yours
>> if
>> > you want it free.  I live just SE of Tucson if you happen, or a friend
>> > happens to be traveling this way.
>> >
>> > On Tue, Nov 16, 2010 at 3:35 PM, Neil Martin <nmartin@hfbllp.com> wrote:
>> >
>> >>
>> >>
>> >> I am looking for plans for an engine removal A frame (not for me) that
>> will
>> >> clear the roof a/c.
>> >>
>> >> I saw this one:
>> >> http://www.gmcmhphotos.com/photos/showphoto.php?photo=1875&cat=3180
>> >>
>> >> But it does not appear to accomodate the a/c.
>> >>
>> >> Can someone direct me to another set ofplans?
>> >>
>> >> Thank you all.
>> >> --
>> >> Neil
>> >> 76 Eleganza
>> >> Los Angeles
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Re: [GMCnet] Engine removal A frame plans [message #106124 is a reply to message #106110] Thu, 18 November 2010 07:59 Go to previous messageGo to next message
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Steve,

I know the feeling well; I've even got them on TWO different continents! ;-)

Currently replacing EVERYTHING in the VW towd here in Humble!

Brakes
Suspension
Steering
Drive Axles

Regards,
Rob M.
USAussie

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Carlton,
No hidden meaning. If I need another one, I have got (literally) tons of
steel around here. I HAVE SO MANY PROJECTS THAT SOME DAYS I JUST JUMP ON
THE BIKE AND RIDE FOR A FEW HOURS SO I DON'T HAVE TO THINK ABOUT ALL OF
THEM.
I just can't see hanging on to it if it is needed.

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Re: [GMCnet] Engine removal A frame plans [message #106131 is a reply to message #106124] Thu, 18 November 2010 08:47 Go to previous messageGo to previous message
Mr ERFisher is currently offline  Mr ERFisher   United States
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how about some pictures for my "turning bugs into toads" page

http://www.gmcmhphotos.com/photos/showgallery.php?cat=4733

gene


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>
> Brakes
> Suspension
> Steering
> Drive Axles
>
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