Removing an engine.

Started by Cicero, April 12, 2012, 01:21:41 PM

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Cicero

Hey all, been awhile since I posted in here, but here it goes.

My SS build is switching directions, eventually becoming a pure track toy. For now, it is just taking space in the garage. I'm going to be completely disassembling her, selling a few parts, and start from scratch when I have a bit more time.  The main thing I need to do is crate up the motor, so I can hang up the frame out of the way.

Which leads to my question, what is the best way to support the engine once it is removed from the frame? A simple 2x4 frame? A bench engine stand would be nice, but I don't have the extra money to spend right now.

Raux

Nick Anglada sells a stand for less than 100 on ebay

Cicero

I've seen it, just dont have to money to be burning on something like that right now.

Raux

I've seen them put in egg crates with padding

Cicero

most of the motors on ebay are either on a roller 2x4 "creeper" or just on the ground. I dont need it to be pretty, i just dont want to damage anything, as a turbo may be in the motor's future.....  [evil]