Engine cradle for Y-block
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Engine cradle for Y-block
Good Afternoon All,
Through the assistance of others on this page I was able to find an engine cradle for my Y-block. I found it on eBay from a company called Stumpys_fabrication_works. Well, I received the cradle this week and it is exactly what I was looking for. My first-time eBay buying experience was easy and troublefree. If you want to see the cradle and get more information check my transaction number 220037417445.
Dave
Through the assistance of others on this page I was able to find an engine cradle for my Y-block. I found it on eBay from a company called Stumpys_fabrication_works. Well, I received the cradle this week and it is exactly what I was looking for. My first-time eBay buying experience was easy and troublefree. If you want to see the cradle and get more information check my transaction number 220037417445.
Dave
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From: Brandon, MS
He uses the same graphic for each of his auctions, no matter what the engine style. Can we have a real picture? Are there cross-members that go between the supports?
I have been considering one of these myself. Really, I am thinking of hitting the scrap yard for some metal tubing and doing it myself.
But, I am glad that it works for you.
I have been considering one of these myself. Really, I am thinking of hitting the scrap yard for some metal tubing and doing it myself.
But, I am glad that it works for you.
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Originally Posted by SpyFoxx
He uses the same graphic for each of his auctions, no matter what the engine style. Can we have a real picture? Are there cross-members that go between the supports?
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From: Brandon, MS
Originally Posted by Sam_Fear
It looks to me the basic stand is the same, and the mounting plates are changed for different motors.
I agree it is just the plates that change but I would bet they are at different angles depending upon the engine and the pictures do not show cross members to connect both sides together for rigidity. That is what I would like to see.
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That is a Y-block in the small, insert picture. You all are correct, same basic supports with the angle and orientation of the mounting plate adjusted for the specific application. As for crossmembers, I really don't think they are necessary. These supports are really secure just mounted to the block. The only reason I can think of that would require cross bracing is if your garage floor was very rough and uneven and you had to get the engine/cradle moving at great speed to "4-wheel" over the bumps. Could someone with welding skill and tubing make one of these? Sure, but for a newbie like me this product was perfect. I'll see if I can get pictures of mine posted to my gallery today, but don't hold your breath.
Thanks again everybody. This group is great!
Dave
Thanks again everybody. This group is great!
Dave
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