Re: Engine Stand Alternatives?

[VWMikeLVW@aol.com]

In a message dated 1/9/01 12:57:49 PM Pacific Standard Time, 
ross@sanoh.com.mx writes:


> Since I'm going to start putting together my 2 liter, I'm wondering if
> anyone has any advice on putting it together without an engine stand.
>
> Yeah, I know this is kind of a stupid question since I could get an engine
> stand for about $40, but the problem is where to put it when I'm done with
> it. My garage is busting out at the seams as it is--especially since The
> Warden seems to think that the washer and dryer belong out there.


hehe....well, were you aware that most engine stands come in boxes which 
means they require assembly? I got one from Harbor Freight (yeah, I 
know...but you just gotta watch what you buy) for $35 which comes in many 
peices. You  could easily disassemble it when you're done and hide it away 
somewhere.

> So I figure that someone out there must have used something smaller to mount
> the engine on while putting it back together. I should have my MIG welder
> running soon (220 hopefully gets hooked up tonight!), so I'm thinking that I
> could fabricate a little bench engine stand that I could bolt on to my work
> bench. 
>
> I'm planning to rebuild the 1.7 liter motor I have, and then put my old
> 2-liter pistons in the JH that's in the 'roc now. So, I can definitely use
> an engine stand.
>
> Anyone made there own before? Or used something else?


I think it sounds like more trouble than it's worth... if anything were to go 
wrong with your "custom" stand, the engine could end up on the floor and 
damaged, not to mention your foot might be a little wider...not worth it in 
my book.

Mike
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