[Public-List] Removal Of A4 Engine beds

[Derrick Serrer]

Thanks Jon,
  You have given me something else to think of! When I did a quick measurement the old mounts were seeral inches wider then the where the new ones are to go. You're right, might be wise to see if I can fit new beds inbetween and then thru bolt to the old mouns, as well as glas them in place.
  I agree, once I actually get into it, it will de a lot less daunting!
  thanks again,
  Derrick

jon <whittle at shaw.ca> wrote:
  Dear Derrick,
When I went to remove my old mounts prior to installing a 
Sole26 Diesel, I was surprised to discover that the mounts were fibreglass, 
If possible, whether metal or fibreglass, I would advise you to cut them in 
at least two stages. By which I mean that you may discover that you can 
leave "stubs" of the original mounts that will firstly allow you to avoid 
cutting or grinding right to the hull and secondly they may actually enhance 
your installation of new mounts since they may provide something to grab 
onto at least temporarily. Good luck. It all looks more scary than it really 
is! Joanthan EMMY.
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From: "Derrick Serrer" 
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Sent: Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:54 AM
Subject: [Public-List] Removal Of A4 Engine beds


> Hello all,
> I am looking for a couple of answers before I dive into this and I am 
> hoping someone can help. My A30 is still sitting in her slip and this 
> point could be very important :-)
> I want to grind out the old steel engine beds this weekend (engine is 
> long gone) in preparation for the new beds for the diesel I purchased. My 
> questions are how deep are the old beds glassed into the hull? How thick 
> is the hull at this point? What is my margin of error in removing these 
> beds? I do not want to be making a quick dash to have her hauled out if I 
> grind too deep, especially with no motor...:-)
> Any other advice would be appreciated!
> Thanks
> Derrick
> Mara #127
>
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