replacing bearings with engine in car?

[Slow200]

Is it possible to do?

Im pretty sure I have run a bearing or 2 in the bottom end - I am about to remove the head this weekend and I am wondering if it possible to replace the big ends ( im guessing these have gone ) by simply removing the head and sump ?

I cant see any reason why this cannot be done but I might be missing something totally obvious.

it is making the exact same noise as this video ( from another member ) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lEEzuHs6DgoI have removed the rocker cover and all seems in order and moving correctly when I turn the engine by hand. all the noise seems to be comming from the head but its hard to tell for sure and I cannot see any damage

If it is the main bearings then I guess it is a totally different kettle of fish as this will have to be disconnecting the gearbox and crank shaft ( I dont have the tools to get the 5spd down to the ground safely )

[CSUPUEBLOTIM]

Simply just removing the engine to make it more accessible will probably take you less time than trying to replace while in the car.

[duffman1278]

Do it OUTSIDE of the car. Trust me you will definitely not regret it.