Ford 555b wet brake replacement and repair transmission oil leak

[Chewwy]

Done for many years in my former place of employment with a somewhat heavy duty engine hoist. One with enough lift and reach to pick the fuel tank out from directly in front of the machine. Yes, the transmission stays attached to the rear axle center section. Weight of the engine on the hoist is probably less than 1000 lbs due to the weight of the bolster and radiator cowl extending in front of the axle center line. Less if you have a chin weight or weights bolted to the sides of the grille shell.

I seem to be in luck today. All 4 side weights and the chin weight are there. Based on rough calc, they would reduce the load on the hoist by a couple of hundred pounds. I can pick the gas tank from the side with my small loader. My hoist's arm is plenty long enough to get to the engine from directly in front.

I had never looked at the prices on the weights until today when looking at thier weights. Almost $1,900 for pig iron or lead. Not sure which