Have finally got the old engine out the car. Started stripping the AWD components and gearbox off. I've forgotten how heavy the gearbox is (the real reason is I'm not a fit as I was a few years ago).
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Whilst draining the oil out the engine I noticed some machining on the intermediate section of the block. Seems this is to accommodate the angle gear (not even a fingers width clearance when in situ), so looks like I've got to get Pedro down with his angle grinder to attack the block :D
Looks like they've taken a lot off the bolt hole (compared to the other one on the right and on the new engine)
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