Message text written by "Eric Conrad"
>I've had the machined block on my engine stand since the machining was
completed. I fit the 4 arms into the block's rear bolt holes, and have
kept
it this way until now. I'm now ready to re-assemble the engine. Problem:
the only way I could attach the block was to have the block's center of
gravity several inches above the center of the stands rotating piece.
Further problem: This is not condusive to easily turning the engine over.
I'm worried about putting more weight in the block, causing it to really be
off center. Has anyone had a similar experience, or am I just being dumb?
Any solutions that you all found would be very helpful. BTW, right now, I
have the rear engine plate off of the engine.
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Eric,
This is typical of engine stands. If you think the TR6 engine is
precarious try it with a Healeyy engine. Or a Jag engine. But you are
right to worry. A friend of mine toppled an engine over onto the rear wing
(fender) of his car when his three wheeled engine stand tipped.
Two suggestions: 1)Always get a friend when you attempt to turn the engine
so that it can be controlled if it were to become unstable. 2) Get a four
wheel engine stand which has a more stable base.
Good luck.
Dave
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