Changing a bulkhead

I'm coming up to the point of replacing my v8 engine in the 90, just wondering if it would be easier to replace the bulkhead at the same time? Or does it make no difference to fitting the bulkhead? Also how do you go on with the dash wiring? Does it just unplug, is it a nightmare? Cheers mike

fairly straight forward if you have both side by side and take plenty of pictures of part wiring locations,would be easier to do both engine and bulkhead at same time,get door gas lined up before refitting wings etc most of the wiring and fuse box wiil come out together lable those that are left,especially ignition switch

Just be methodical, take plenty of photos and label everything as you undo it. In addition, allow yourself some extra time as you will probably find other jobs to do while you have that wonderful unrestricted access so make the most of it. I would also make sure you have all new fixings as you will probably have to cut many of the old ones off and it makes the job so much nicer to use new fixings on reassembly. Likewise seals (windscreen frame to bulkhead, heater-box to bulkhead, heater-box to intake etc), get them ordered ahead of work commencing so you don't find that at the last minute you are trying to use old ones or (horror of horrors) silicon sealant!

Hi,

I've just done it (finished last weekend) and would agree with the above. Label every wire lots of photos and a volt meter. Also label the wires which go no where as I found these cause the most confusion.

Also buying all the parts you need first will help, as this will mean it’s less time between stripping and reassembly and it will be fresh in your mind.
I made a list of parts that needed to replace with the swap; even still I ended up ordering more parts. (I list have the list with part numbers, send me your email and I’ll send it over)

In regards to your sequencing; removal of the bulkhead with the engine still in place is fine and I found it didn't get in the way, however removal of the engine with no bulkhead, wings, wiring loom and others bits would be ideal. As this would leave loads of room to disconnect the gear box and remove the engine. Had I not been moving home I would have taken my engine out at the same time also.

I have some information and pictures on my blog – see below.

Ben

Thanks for the replies , just got to get some time sorted now. Cheers mike

Took a week to take the old one out and one day to put the new one in.

Take the opportunity to fill it with waxoyl.

Great stuff

Would be good to see some piccys