Port engine access 2004 360 Sedan (8.1 Crusaders)

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Port engine access 2004 360 Sedan (8.1 Crusaders)

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Hello. I need some advise from someone that is familiar with the 2004 360 (8.1L Crusaders) sedan with access to the top of the port engine. I need to pull the fuel rail and am wondering if/how to pull the floor up to gain access. The refrigerator and wall cabinet are there as well as the galley floor. How/can they be pulled up and removed?

Thanks in advance if anyone has tackled access on the top of this engine on this model.

Scott in York PA.
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Re: Port engine access 2004 360 Sedan (8.1 Crusaders)

Post by pepmyster »

Hi Scott. I did all the tune-ups on my 8.1Vp on the same boat. I would not try to remove the flooring, unless there is no way to get your part out. I understand the hardship of working on that side of the engine. The chrome molding that is curved comes off very well, only screwed. Look underneath to see where the floor is separated from the rest. good luck. Take your time.
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