1979 TK cab removel

[tomdigym]

Need to replace the engine(220diesel)does anyone have any tips that would make life easier when l tackle this in the next few weeks.I have old tractors and diggers about the place so lifting won’t be a problem.
Cheers Tommy

[G-CPTN]

Use a 'spreader bar' to lift the cab - by spreader bar I mean a long solid timber through the door apertures - not a flexible sling or rope, otherwise you risk distorting the cab structure.

Plenty of WD40 or penetrating oil (paraffin even) on the cab fixing bolts before you attempt to undo them.
Worth trying to loosen the bolts before you plan to lift the cab as it can be problematical.

You need to remove the pedal stems and disconnect the electrical harness plugs - WD40 might help here as the pins might be corroded.
Steering flexible link too, otherwise it's quite a simple job.

[G-CPTN]

Remove pedals (2)
Unplug wiring loom
Disconnect steering column
Disconnect earth strap
Disconnect engine stop cable
Disconnect throttle linkage
Disconnect radiator filler hose
Disconnect air filter and breathers (2)
Remove gear lever
Disconnect handbrake pipes (2)
Disconnect emergency brake valve pipes (2)
Disconnect speedo cable
Disconnect pipes to brake pressure gauges (2)
Remove alternator regulator
Remove cab bolts (4)

[tomdigym]

Thanks G-CPTN l hoped you would jump on board with a bit advice.The check list will be really helpful.
Cheers Tommy

[G-CPTN]

Of course if your TK has the 'transmission parking brake' (which seems likely for a 220D) there will be a cable rather than air pipes.
Make sure you chock the wheels as, having disabled the parking brake . . .
The main thing is to take your time and concentrate on not damaging anything (the spreader and 'cushions' to avoid crushing the cab rails).
You might want to label the gauge pipes.

[mylesdw]

Not much to add to the comprehensive list from G-CPTN. I used a piece of 6x2 as the spreader and the balance point is all the way to the rear of the door aperture. If your cab has a Luton over it you can lift with a front-end loader having taken the windscreen out.

[tomdigym]

All ready to come off except for the wiring harness l cant see any other multi plugs apart from the one around the alternator area on the o/s chassis.Is there another one if not looks like l will need to chop into the loom then reinstate it.Thanks again for the advice
Cheers Tommy

[mylesdw]

Should be a big rubber plug behind the front grill near the steering box or thereabouts. The loom comes through the floor near the pedals.

[G-CPTN]

I cannot find my TK(MK) manual (I went to where it should be and it wasn't there!), and my memory doesn't recall where the multiplugs are located (it has been 40 years since I was closely involved, and I was only supervising, not doing the actual manual work myself) - hopefully, mylesdw will be along soon with his recent experience before you take the un-necessary step to sever the harness - it certainly shouldn't be necessary and will introduce difficulties beyond essential work.

Does this illustration help?
https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/TA4AAOSws4JW7W9C/s-l1600.jpg

Edited to add that mylesdw replied whilst I was searching for my manual . . .

[tomdigym]

Will check the steering box area tomorrow.The link from G-CPTN does suggest two multi plugs