Mondial T Belt Service Without Dropping Motor!

Hello all, I am posting some pix just to confirm that stackhouse is absolutely correct. You can service the front of the motor including the timing belt without motor removal. This is not a cakewalk, as it involves fuel tank removal. However, there are times when this method makes a lot of sense. Please note, this car was put away wet and treated like a donkey, so most of your cars will look nicer inside than this.

I understand if anyone opposes to using vice grips. As stated in a previous post, I too cringed at the thought. I did however get the method from the Ferrari 360 service manual. This is how they presented the holding of the cams. I figured if Fcar themselves do it, why not me. Please not the plastic spacers that prevent excessive cam sprocket deflection. I only tighted the vice grip enough for a tight hold. No more than absolutely necessary.
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I want to give a HUGE thank you to Stackhouse for taking the time to alert all us T owners that we too have a way to service the car without removing the motor.

Please, do be careful when removing the fuel tank. Gasoline is dangerous if not handled properly. Always err on the side of caution.

Thank you Stackhouse!!!
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