Clever tip (or common knowledge?) engine install method

[Anonymous]

Installing my GS1000SZ engine into newly powdercoated frame was quite easy by myself, I got a chain hoist and laid bike on side (suspension/wheels already installed). then used four tie-downs and hoisted it up. Built a rolling engine 'jig' of 2x4's and wheels from home depot. Put engine on side (sidecovers off, flat surface of alternator cover supported on 2 sides by 2x4's). lowered away carefully, bolted up, then raiised bike. Released 2 tie-downs slowly on bottom side of bike, and it was done.

I also used spray gasket remover on the engine, as it strips paint like nothing else I've used, then hosed off with 2400 psi powerwasher. Painted with PJ1 silver engine paint. It looks new. Will be posting pics, I have only the wiring harness, seat cover, and bodywork installation to go. Woohoo!

[SqDancerLynn1]

I've taken them out before using that method. Makes it doable when you are by yourself

[earlfor]

Great idea! I think if one had a bare frame, the frame could be positioned and bolted up without even a hoist. :-)

Earl

[Hoomgar]

I have been thinking about how to do this because I will be doing my 550 later this summer maybe. Thanks for the tip!

[Anonymous]

I think if one had a bare frame, the frame could be positioned and bolted up without even a hoist

So true. I took it off this way. But I always work from the outside ends in on bikes, brakes/suspension/bearings/rubber, as most old bikes need these. With these done and on the frame, I can maneuver bike around (sit on it and dream too) and put bits on the frame to keep from tripping over them and losing them Plus I 'needed' a hoist and an excuse to buy one.