Engine's out!

I pulled the engine out of the 'ol Bucket today. Not a whole lot to tell. The catalytic converter was melted and plugged, which was bad. I was going to keep it, but I guess I'll see if a recycler will pay for it.

Only mishap was a set the engine down right on top of my garage light, crushing it. Ooops.

On to the pictures!

Here it is in the engine bay:

From 1985 Pontiac Grand Prix

Here's the radiator on the floor

From 1985 Pontiac Grand Prix

On the way out

From 1985 Pontiac Grand Prix

Up

From 1985 Pontiac Grand Prix

Out

From 1985 Pontiac Grand Prix

And on the floor!

From 1985 Pontiac Grand Prix

Though not pictured, I've already separated the transmission and gotten the engine up on a stand.

I've already called the junkyard. They'll be coming to get it on Monday or Tuesday, then the Datsun can go back in the garage.

Plumbing...

No updates on the car, because I've been working on the house.

From that work, I've learned a few things about plumbing:

1) Don't try to fix a problem if you can bypass it. Ripping out walls is a pain
2) You only get one shot with PVC. Measure three times.
3) Gaskets are single use, and most "kits" for items like toilets will be missing parts from the store.

Cars are easier. I suspect it's because cars are designed with some expectation of maintenance. Homes are not.