ka engine replacement questions

[scs13]

im having some trouble with a few things with removing the old engine. first, im trying to remove the ac compressor and i cant get to the last bolt on the top right, what should i do? second, i was wondering what you would recomend me do about removing my exaust and the transmission as well. thank you ahead of time for the help i will really appreciate it.

[180fan]

take an extension or a box wrench to it. Forget how it looks over there, but I recall using those tools to get the ac off.

exhaust, alot of pb blaster and a pipe on your wrench.

transmission, search for this one. many tips on this and many different approaches, find one that strikes your fancy and get on it

[scs13]

well i tried using a box wrench but its hitting a metal cylinder on the hose so i can turn it at all and i tried using an extension and it didnt work because it wouldnt fit. where would you recommend i disconnect the exaust at because i cant get to it right after the exaust mani.

[scs13]

anybody?

[nschultz0124]

you have to disconnect the exhaust right after the exhaust mani. if you dont you will have a hell of a time getting the motor out. also make sure you take the O2 sensor after the cat off before you do anything because the wires can get pulled out pretty easily. As for the ac compressor i got under the car when i did mine and got to it that way. I believe it is a 14mm socket and a 3/4 ratchet. dont use an extension because it will make it harder to get to. as for getting to the bolts leading to the cat on the mani....get a couple of really long extensions and again i believe it is a 14 mm socket. you should be able to get to them that way. I just did all this last weekend and it wasnt all that hard to do at all just breaking all of the rust off is touchy and try not to snap any bolts.

Nick

[scs13]

thanks man ill try that