Build this Volkswagen engine jacking cradle, for easy lifting, moving and storage of your VW engine. Watch it in use, as I remove the engine from my Beetle.
Cool. I did almost the exact same thing, but I had to build mine a little higher because I have a 70 bus and I wanted the dolly to roll straight in and out without having to go up or down. I used the floor jack to adjust the height of the transmission to match the engine. I've used it twice now and it worked very well - a lot better than using a jack on the engine. Now, if only I were a better mechanic...
@@mikewinter9938 My dolly might be a little lower than yours because I have an added oil sump. Basically, I made it so I could barely wedge it under the engine when it is installed. This way, I was able to not adjust the height of the motor at all on removal and installation. I did adjust the transmission a little on installation. I used my floor jack for that. It was much easier than adjusting the engine on a wobbly floor jacket.
As usual, a simple and clever approach Tony. Have never had anything to do with VWs, but a good mate did build his own Baja Bug when we were finishing high school (college for you guys). Seemed very simple to work on and modify. Cheers, Andy
This is just the thing I need. Working on a budget, its hard to justify the cost of a metal dolly when Im not removing engines often. Thank you for this video
I am literally starting a "2nd" renovation on a 1970 convertible. I'm going to try this...I had started to use a harbor freight cross brace accesory--but I think this is better. I always needed a helper to keep the engine from tipping off the jack...lol. Alas--no more helper--so wish me luck!
Hey this is a great idea. Thank you for sharing. I was using a transmission jack for this purpose, but I like the fact that you can roll the engine around on the dolly after it has been removed. 👍🏼👍🏼
I used the same thing for a while but the front ended up sagging quite a bit due to the cut piece of the dolly. Mine was very similar yours. From there I ended up building a metal one out of angle iron that does the trick. As long as it works it’s a win!
Hi Tony, I wanted to mention you in my next video, is it ok to say your channel name is Tony B, and do you want subscriber’s to sub to Tony B, I see if I type in Chips and Sparks Garage it takes me to Tony B, if I can help get the word out that would be great, and I won’t mention anything about the reason, let me know😆
Thanks, Mike. I’m not sure, what I’m doing with the name yet, so no need to mention it at this time. Thanks for the offer though, and I might take you up on it at another time.👍
