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Title: Can I sit on the engine to do work?
Post by: Mike Groves 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?

Title: Re: Can I sit on the engine to do work?
Post by: Dale Wiest 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.

Title: Re: Can I sit on the engine to do work?
Post by: Dave Atherton 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

Title: Re: Can I sit on the engine to do work?
Post by: Mike Groves on March 02, 2016, 02:33:20 PM

Dave,

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

Mike