gearbox removal

**Skelly** · 25-01-2012, 13:11

Is it possible to remove gearbox (alfa 3ltr 12v in a hawk) without having to take engine out?

**tipo158** · 25-01-2012, 14:24

I don't have a Hawk kit, but I have removed one from an Alfa 164, so I would imaging that it would be easier to remove it in a Hawk.

**turbonutter** · 25-01-2012, 16:18

Cant speak for a Hawk, but its not possible in a corse

**ProtoTipo** · 25-01-2012, 16:23

I've managed it with a Beta.
Putting it back was more difficult.
I made some guide studs out of some monkey metal conversion wheel studs, to line the bell housing up.

**ChrisCar6** · 25-01-2012, 16:42

I think John Rutter has done it.

**Sando** · 25-01-2012, 20:36

YES .......done twice

**Skelly** · 25-01-2012, 21:01

Originally Posted by Sando

YES .......done twice

That's what i wanted to here

**Sando** · 25-01-2012, 21:32

The stud (two best) trick to help you get it back on and lined up is the way to go, I use a bolt with a long shank with the head ground off so it slides easily. Just a couple of flats to get a spanner on if it is tight so you can get it out !
When you are doing it on your own juggling the box, a trolley jack and bits of wood it makes it much easier. Carpet upside down on the chassis is good for protection too
Rob