[Public-list] Pulling out an Atomic 4

[John Boor]

I would sugest you also remove the carb from the engine.  After bending
the accelerator arm to the point it was cracked.

John Boor
MAHSEER #380

> Jeeze you guys....
>
> I have removed and replaced my A4 4+ times due to different repair issues.
> It is a No-Brainer ... the engine weighs 330 lbs fully loaded.
> Also .. you only really want to remove the Starter and alternator. All
> else is a true pain in an A30.
>
> Good luck.
> --
> C.B. Currier
> Infinity #57
> Daybreak #458
> (Yes I own 2)
>
> Jim Davis wrote:
>> My technique is to use a 8 foot 4x4 across the companionway and a
>> comealong.  Gently lift the engine, while holding it back, until it is
>> off
>> the mounts and free.  Then swing it into the cabin.  Lift it as high as
>> possible and with four friends lift it out and place it on the bridge
>> deck.  I have been lucky and only done it tied up in a slip, so it was
>> easy to walk off and place on a dolly.  If your halyards and topping
>> lift
>> are in good condition, I don't see why it couldn't be lowered to the
>> ground with a block and tackle (main sheet).   Just a reminder  Be sure
>> everything is disconnected before you try and move it.  If you have a
>> dripless type seal, block the prop as far to the rear as possible, these
>> are spring loaded and will push the shaft toward the engine.
>>
>> Cleaners I like Simple Green, Citrus Orange, Fantastic, 409 and Soft
>> Scrub
>>    Scrub, rinse with lots of water, again and again.  Toilet brushes are
>> good for reaching into distant holes.
>>
>> Jim Davis
>> S/V Isa Lei
>> CT 35
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