Not enough info. - Depends on size of joist and size/weight of engine. For instance, a 2x4 would NOT hold any V8 engine ! -
Be safe, rent an engine hoist and do it properly.
The function of the engine block is to hold the important components such as the cylinders and the pistons. The engine block is where combustion of fuel takes place so that power can be generated.
The main bearing caps hold it in place.
Cracked block?
It would never hold together.....
You have rod bearing caps that hold the rods on the crankshaft. And you also have main bearing caps that hold the crankshaft in the engine block. NEUTZ.
to hold all the reciprocating and rotating parts together in something that most refer to as an "engine"
You mean HOLE in the block? Basically, a catastrophic failure of internal rotating parts. Another engine would usually be required.
There are 6 bolts that hold the trans. to the engine block.
A ceiling joist can typically hold around 40 pounds per square foot. Factors that should be considered when determining its weight-bearing capacity include the type of wood used, the span of the joist, the spacing between joists, and any additional loads such as furniture or people.
6 bell housing to block bolts.
You didn't specify size, but car block (I4, v6) usually have about 2-4L of fluid in them. About a gallon I guess.
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