I know its not recommended but can I pull my 4.6 out the top

Tiny
TONYALANSMITH79
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I have coolant in my oil I think its the heads or gaskets or head bolts needing sleeved I just got a compression gauge but havent tested yet I can find a mid-rise scissor lift for rent no where and its going to be hard to get up that high help please
Wednesday, September 21st, 2011 AT 2:41 PM

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Tiny
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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I'm not sure I understand. Are you doing a compression.
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Wednesday, September 21st, 2011 AT 2:48 PM
Tiny
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I was told to do a compression test before I pull the engine do I need to? It has a new radiator and water pump im pretty good at fixing thing but need guidance it has aluminaum heads and block there was a problem with the head bolt treads pulling from the block so I was going to put time-sert sleeves in but how can I know where my leak is for sure and can the 4.6 northstar be pulled from the top?Please help I dont have a lot of money at once so I ve got to do the work my self thanks
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Wednesday, September 21st, 2011 AT 3:06 PM
Tiny
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What lift? First remove the intake manifold then the heads. Take them to the machine shop and they will give you a rebuilt pair to install or rebuild your heads if poss. Ty for using 2carpros
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Wednesday, September 21st, 2011 AT 4:36 PM

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