Removing Body

[PaulRobinson]

I have a 92 std cab 4X4 5 speed, 200K Kilometers, and completely rust free, and have to change the engine (a wrist pin problem I posted about a couple years ago -its still going). There are several ways to do this, I'm sure, but I'm looking for the simplest with the equipment available.



I DO have a 6 ton excavator on site, and was wondering about simply lifting the front clip and body in one piece. I have all 6 mounts undone, and all the stuff connecting the body to the frame has been disconnected, or will be shortly. The interior is out anyway - putting in power bucket seats, new carpet, etc. Getting ready for some travel with my 5th wheel.



I was warned by a neighbor who is pretty experienced in stuff like this that running the straps thru the door openings would bulge the roof and break the windshield. Since I have no idea how much this body weighs, he may be right.



So any suggestions? running the straps under the body but over the frame? Must I remove the front clip? Thinking of doing this this weekend.

 

[Simplysmn]

You shouldnt have to remove the cab I would just pull the front clip alot easier then the whole body

 

[GHarman]

If you remove the grill, Intercooler and radiator you should be able to remove the motor directly out the front of the frame with about 12-18" of lift?
GregH

 

[Simplysmn]

But with a few more Bolt's you have the whole frontend off and less to lean over or get Damaged