I have been told and it seems likely that my 5.0 engine has a knocking rod and I'm wondering if I can tackle changeing it out myself. Is it possible that someone has the information needed to do this project? I have found a salvage yard engine with 119,000 miles for $700.00 and I would really like to get my truck back on the road.
Thanks for any help.

 

I have been told and it seems likely that my 5.0 engine has a knocking rod and I'm wondering if I can tackle changeing it out myself. Is it possible that someone has the information needed to do this project? I have found a salvage yard engine with 119,000 miles for $700.00 and I would really like to get my truck back on the road.
Thanks for any help.

 

Replacing is a medium job if you have all the right tools n a budy or 2 to help you. If I were you I would do the required mantainence while swaping out the engine. Example, sparks plugs, belt, fluid flushes, ect....

 

If you have the place, tools and know-how to make the swap, go ahead with the project. Be certain that all the accessories from the original engine will fit your salvage yard replacement.

An engine hoist, transmission hoist and load-leveler are a must as well as lots of patience.

I replaced the engine in my old '85 Chev diesel using an engine hoist and a chassis jack modified to make it a tran hoist. The job was not a piece of cake, but it slowly came along with a minimum of bruised knuckles.

 

Thanks for the advise.

 

Thank you

 

I changed my first engine when I was 15, its pretty easy. Get an engine crane or make a sturdy a-frame with a chain fall. Just take your time and mark all the electrical and lines that you take off to make the install easier. With a engine crane you may have to take the grill and core support out to get it to clear the front of the truck.

 

Why are there two of these threads.

 

Why are there two of these threads.

 

Merged into one...