help first time removing engine from my 1973 Thing

[Pete VW]

I have read a lot of the info on removing VW engines and looked at videos. I have found only two nuts and one bolt. I removed these and the engine has started to separate but still tight at the top. I don't want to crack case. Should I just proceed? I see not signs of a boss or stud. The three I removed two at bottom and top driver side..
New guy. first post
Pete

[74 Thing]

There is one on the passenger side top you are missing. It is blind and the nut is inside the engine compartment. There is a bolt that goes through the starter and the other side comes out in the engine compartment and it threaded on there. Reach behind the engine and feel for it.

[Pete VW]

I found it!!! I am a little slow in following instructions.
Engine is out. Body on pan is going into paint next week.
I am sure I will need more help as I go forward.
Thanks
Pete

[4118thing]

Good thread. I would like the opposite. I will be re-installing an engine, that unfortunately I did not remove, and I'd like to read instructions for doing that.

[mondshine]

Not specific to a Thing, but this British guy is fun to watch:

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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b_s7x_etYgs [/youtube]


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[911pickup]

Getting at the bolt behind the fan shroud was fun (not).

For the install I bought an extra long ratchet wrench 17/19mm to get the needed leverage for my old arms.
Made getting that bolt tight a much easier.