Re: Engine Run Stand
[Re: kzinge1]
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01/25/19 06:32 PM
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RapidRobert
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there just was a thread on a cheapie (maybe HF iirc), not sure how complete it was but several had bought it & seemed to be OK with it for what it is.
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Re: Engine Run Stand
[Re: kzinge1]
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01/25/19 07:08 PM
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I made mine out of 2x12s. Worked great, did everything I needed it to do. It's just a rectangle to set the engine on, similar to how crate engines are usually shipped. But if you need it to look impressive, it sure won't do that.
Rich H.
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Re: Engine Run Stand
[Re: kzinge1]
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01/25/19 08:47 PM
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I built the base out of leftover 2” by 3” frame rail and used old roll bar tubing for upright rad supports and front engine mounts. Used an old adjustable reliever hitch for rear mount, made it adjustable for length. Fronts are also adjustable. Used casters off of the toolbox that is in my trailer. Built it in one weekend, only had to by $25.00 worth of steel, had gauges, radiator, ignition, etc laying around. Has had dozens of engines run on it. If I can remember how to put pics on here I’ll see if I can post it.
64 Dodge Coronet 440. In progress 1998. Dodge Avenger. 8.35@165. 4400 DA 250” Neil and Parks Slip Joint. 7.36@183. 4600 DA 242" Mullis Dragster. 6.90@ 200mph
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Re: Engine Run Stand
[Re: kzinge1]
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01/25/19 09:31 PM
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I also built my own. I have run 511 inch engines down to 273's on it. I will look for my pics of it.
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Re: Engine Run Stand
[Re: kzinge1]
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01/25/19 09:34 PM
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How to break in an engine on a stand: you can't.
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Re: Engine Run Stand
[Re: kzinge1]
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01/25/19 09:53 PM
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I just use the K member sitting on a truck tire. Mount the radiator to a couple of vertical 2x4s. I have pre-run quite a few engines over the years like that. No problems.
Master, again and still
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Re: Engine Run Stand
[Re: polyspheric]
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How to break in an engine on a stand: you can't. You can break in cam/lifters on the stand, which is my primary consideration. That and insure there are no leaks before installing in the car. It's silly I know.
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Re: Engine Run Stand
[Re: kzinge1]
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01/25/19 10:35 PM
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I did see the Wal Mart one, but was curious if anyone has used it. I like the price on it but wasn't sure if it would fit a 440 on it. I also looked at this one from Summit Racing https://www.summitracing.com/parts/sum-918015Anybody use that one? I have the Summit one. Held my 500 with filled block very nice. Ran up with no problems at all. Tray holds battery and gas can. Mounted ignition, fuel pump and filter on lower support. Glad I got the gauge kit, too.
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Re: Engine Run Stand
[Re: polyspheric]
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01/25/19 11:57 PM
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RapidRobert
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How to break in an engine on a stand: you can't. I was wondering about that too, if it would put enough load on the rings by gunning it repeatedly but there'd be no trans load.
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Re: Engine Run Stand
[Re: polyspheric]
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01/26/19 01:22 AM
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How to break in an engine on a stand: you can't. I've never seen anyone ever fire up a new engine and immediately take it out on the road to load it. You warm it up, bleed the cooling system, check temp and oil pressure, check the timing and idle, listen for noises, check for leaks. Usually takes about an hour or so. So what's the difference if I run it on my stand? If I have to tear into anything, I don't have to worry about scratching the paint on the fenders.
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Re: Engine Run Stand
[Re: sgcuda]
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01/26/19 03:10 AM
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How to break in an engine on a stand: you can't. I've never seen anyone ever fire up a new engine and immediately take it out on the road to load it. You warm it up, bleed the cooling system, check temp and oil pressure, check the timing and idle, listen for noises, check for leaks. Usually takes about an hour or so. So what's the difference if I run it on my stand? If I have to tear into anything, I don't have to worry about scratching the paint on the fenders. I used to do that. Put the engine it , hook everything up, top off the fluids and fire it up. I lived in town so I drove out to the expressway , there was 3 mile stretch to the next exit. I would do 3 blast up to about 100 and down and take the exit back to the house. Then checked everything over , never had a leak . Changed the oil and was ready for the track.
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Re: Engine Run Stand
[Re: kzinge1]
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01/26/19 03:16 AM
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Just curious what you guys are using for engine run stands. Looking for something less than $500 that is halfway decent and will hold a 440. I have all gauges, radiator, ignition, etc. Just need something to break motors in before they go into the car. Any help is appreciated Do you go to the Pate swap meet in Ft Worth at the end of April? I am going to take a run stand to sell, also there is a vendor that builds and sells them for that price range
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