while removing the oil pump the 360 came down

[slant6billy]

I was removing the truck oil pan to install the car mid sump and just happened to get out from under the engine. Moments later, the chain jump- kinda slid and the motor came down. I was not under it, but was about to start removing the oil pump. The chain had a kink in it that flattened out and that was enough to get it all jumping. Oddly, the exhaust y pipe save the engine from any impact damage. The windage tray never hit the ground. I'm still in "Need a cigarette" mode.

So I still have to get the oil pump off to switch out the pickup tube. Maybe i'm not seeing it any other way - but to remove the pump.

 

[Darth-Car]

Just glad you are ok. Have a cig now!

 

[7T8 Custom]

Or a beer if your a non-smoker. Glad your O.K.

 

[slant6billy]

neither a smoker or a drinker, but definitely a come to Jesus realization. Cleaned my tools the rest of the afternoon. Probably need to separate the trans from the motor at the near future for more move-ability.

 

[Jack Meoff]

Holy crap man. Glad you're okay. This is why I like the swim with a buddy rule.

 

[80mirada]

I would have pooped myself. Glad you weren't under it

 

[Aspen500]

At home, I'm usually working alone and tend to use a belt and suspenders for everything.

You are correct, the pump has to come off to change the pickup tube.