Author Topic: Can I sit on the engine to do work?  (Read 3543 times)

Mike Groves

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Can I sit on the engine to do work?
« on: March 01, 2016, 05:02:00 PM »
I'll be removing the original Hurricane reservoir and overflow tank from the engine compartment.  Can I put any weight on the engine at any point without damaging it or must I refrain from stepping or sitting on the engine? I weigh about 210.  Thoughts?

Dale Wiest

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Re: Can I sit on the engine to do work?
« Reply #1 on: March 02, 2016, 12:48:01 AM »
I can't see why not. Just watch what you stand on like, electrical connections, plumbing etc.

Dave Atherton

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Re: Can I sit on the engine to do work?
« Reply #2 on: March 02, 2016, 05:07:14 AM »
Mike, I would be extra careful putting weight around wiring loom on top and rear of
engine. Note: sensors all plastic with short pig tail to connect ( as time go by plastic
connectors are very brittle ). Boy are you lucky that there is a hole big enough to get
on top of engine. Dave Atherton Retired Cat Mechanic

Mike Groves

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Re: Can I sit on the engine to do work?
« Reply #3 on: March 02, 2016, 02:33:20 PM »
Dave,

I guess having just a single living room slide does offer that advantage.   ;)

Mike