aznpoopy 10-01-2005, 06:32 PM hey guys
i need an engine stand!
the problem is, i don't know shit about them. help me out!
engine - ka24de
budget - as cheap as possible without being extremely shitty
needs - reliable (aka won't snap in two), can roll easily, can rotate, decent height so i'm not squatting as i rebuilt this pos.
i noticed some go for as little as $40. some others are expensive as $600.
i don't need fancy shit but i do need something functional that i can keep in my room. any recommendations?
Alex-7 10-01-2005, 06:38 PM Go for a cheapy, they work fine.
Buy locally to avoid shipping.
Say No To Pistons 10-01-2005, 07:54 PM make your own! yay!
aznpoopy 10-02-2005, 11:36 AM make it out of what? paper machet!
Go for a cheapy, they work fine.
thats awesome. this whole time i thought they would cost at least $100-$200 bucks.
my old engine has been squatting on its oil pan. :doh:
Cosby 10-02-2005, 11:45 AM Go pick one up at advance auto. I got one from there a couple of years ago. They're hard to break. What you need to make sure of is that you get one that is versatile enough to use on a multitude of engines.
2ndGen.Rocket 10-02-2005, 12:02 PM You're rebuilding a motor in your bedroom? You do realize that is a defining characteristic of white trash correct?
aznpoopy 10-02-2005, 12:23 PM i'll take that as a complement.
2ndGen.Rocket 10-02-2005, 12:57 PM Asian trash.
:D
Savington 10-02-2005, 01:57 PM You're rebuilding a motor in your bedroom? You do realize that is a defining characteristic of white trash correct?
Or rotary ownership. :)
jimlab 10-02-2005, 02:16 PM The ~$50 Pep Boys/Schuck's engine stands work just fine. Mine is shown below... after about $100 in sand blasting and powder coating and ~$60 in stainless hardware to make it more durable and change it from red to black. :D
http://www.illstreet.com/forums/attach-1297
http://www.illstreet.com/forums/attach-1298
jimlab 10-02-2005, 02:21 PM I also recommend the JAZ engine stand drip pan.
http://www.jegs.com/photos/54772000x01.jpg
http://www.jegs.com/cgi-bin/ncommerce3/ProductDisplay?prrfnbr=2094&prmenbr=361
Cosby 10-02-2005, 02:33 PM drip pans are really nice but they can get in the way
jimlab 10-02-2005, 02:36 PM drip pans are really nice but they can get in the wayOf what? Getting oil and dirt all over your garage floor? :D
aznpoopy 10-02-2005, 10:09 PM equipment definitely looks good! not to mention clean enough to eat off of.
if its good enough for your expensive motor; it's definitely good enough for my $100 ka24de! i definitely gotta hit up pepboys and check it out. thanks for the advice.
sir rupert hobo 10-02-2005, 10:19 PM i've got the same one as jim, cept i bought it at harbor(sp) freight and it was orange.
not much at all! very durable...
jimlab 10-02-2005, 10:54 PM I also have the Moto-Feet (Bill Mitchell (http://shop.theengineshop.com/dr/v2/ec_MAIN.Entry10?V1=425423&PN=1&SP=10023&xid=42186&CID=145273&DSP=&CUR=840&PGRP=0&CACHE_ID=145273)) "engine stand" which allows you to mount a flywheel, clutch, and transmission on the engine and still roll it around.
http://www.illstreet.com/forums/attach-1301
RoadRaceJosh 10-03-2005, 01:19 AM I have a 2000 lb capacity stand from Harbor Freight. I bought it as it has two legs instead of one. I once had a 6 cylinder fall over and I wanted something more stable.
http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/photos/04400-04499/04420.gif
http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/Displayitem.taf?itemnumber=4420
jhammons01 10-03-2005, 06:09 PM I was going to suggest Harbor freight as well
2ndGen.Rocket 10-03-2005, 11:09 PM I also have the Moto-Feet (Bill Mitchell (http://shop.theengineshop.com/dr/v2/ec_MAIN.Entry10?V1=425423&PN=1&SP=10023&xid=42186&CID=145273&DSP=&CUR=840&PGRP=0&CACHE_ID=145273)) "engine stand" which allows you to mount a flywheel, clutch, and transmission on the engine and still roll it around.
http://www.illstreet.com/forums/attach-1301
Who made those valve covers?
jimlab 10-04-2005, 12:36 AM http://www.billetfab.com/
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