<VV> Safety Reminder> Engine removal without disassembly

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I find 6" x 6" blocks are better than jack stands on dirt, including jack 
stands on wood to spread load. I also place removed tire/wheels under car to 
provide safety margin...

Chuck S
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----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Frank DuVal" <corvairduval at cox.net>

> It can be done. Lots of wood blocks and keep your mind on saftey when 
> jacking. I made many wooden jack blocks by (adjust for common metric 
> lumber sizes) using scraps of wood. 2"x 6" set vertically like floor 
> joists with 1" or 2" x whatever as the horizontal base and top. > Remember 
> saftey anytime the car is off the ground.
>
> We lost a 17 year old high school senior last week when his car fell on 
> him at home.
>
> No "cinder" blocks. CMU's in current lingo. They disintergrate at bad 
> times.
>
> Frank DuVal