What engine stand?
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What engine stand?
How much does a stock FE weigh? A pal has a hoist and stand I can use but have read a couple stories here about stands breaking and motors falling. I do not want to experience that mess first hand but don't want to have to buy a huge diesel stand either.
What capacity stand would be appropriate?
What capacity stand would be appropriate?
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I picked up this stand (used once if they guy wasn't lying!) off CL for $70. Looks as if it will do the job nicely and is nearly new.
Big Red 1500 Pound Engine Stand | Product Details | Pep Boys
Also got a hoist from him for an additional $70 that is a mate to the stand and appears as new.
Big Red 1500 Pound Engine Stand | Product Details | Pep Boys
Also got a hoist from him for an additional $70 that is a mate to the stand and appears as new.
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Seriously doubt it will be an issue.
Rated at 2x the motor weight and held together with grade 8 bolts.....
I can't imagine its too weak for the task....
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Also make sure to get grade 8 bolts to hold that engine to the stand.I had a steel headed 460 on a 1200 lb four leg stand for over a year.I would keep away from those cheap offshore stands that might only hold a SBF shortblock.But I agree that quality is important.
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I ended up using that one I linked to earlier. I DID use grade 8 bolts. Wouldn't have considered anything less stout. The stand barely moves. I had a friend drill a couple holes in two of the arms effectively shortening them about an inch so I could mount up using the top four holes and keep the center of gravity at a reasonable spot. Motor is now down to the short block and is a bit bottom heavy, but not too heavy to invert by myself and the pin holds it nicely so I can have access to the underside.
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