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Picking up engine from machine shop tommorrow

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2wrench

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Any thoughts, advice, things to ask; note or remember
when I go to pick up my engine tommorrow?

What should I be concerned about?

What's the best way to pack it to move it?

How should I store it when I get it home?

Might have to do a little here and there on putting it
back together.

Thanks.
 
How should I store it when I get it home?
You should drive it to Escalon, put it in my garage and forget where you left it! :banana:

In reality I would make sure you get everything you took to the shop, put an engine stand mount on the block at the shop. Strap it to a pallet and forklift it on to your pickup/trailer (unless you have an engine dolly) . When you get home use your engine hoist to pull it out of the truck/trailer and put it on your stand. Paint the block ASAP.

Paul
 
Say, Paul, thanks. So I want to paint engine with
POR enamel with foam brush. I've prepped the surface
but I don't know what not to paint.
It seems the sides, certainly, can be painted; but, the front and rear of the block is still "naked" and I don't know if putting any paint there is a good idea,
at this point. Any suggestions?
 
Best rule(S) of thumb....

If it is exposed to oil constantly, (I.e. internal surface) keep it bare.

If it is a sealing surface, keep it bare.
 
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