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gmars70970 
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 Topic: Engine cradle/framePosted: October-20-2016 at 7:01pm |
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Hi
I've just removed the engine from my 1980 Ski Nautique. Is there a frame/cradle that anybody could recommend for storing the engine on? Preferably something that allows access to change sump seals etc. It's the Ford Windsor V8 engine Thanks Graeme |
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Riley
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Posted: October-21-2016 at 9:45am |
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Most I've seen are something like these. Changing the oil pan gasket is probably easiest from a hoist, although someone on here may have a better idea.
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Posted: October-21-2016 at 10:13am |
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http://www.harborfreight.com/1000-lb-capacity-engine-stand-69886.html
If you really want to work on and clean up an engine its hard to beat a rotating engine stand... will require separation of the trans, damper, and flywheel but gives good access to the rear main and allows you clean and seal without gravity working against you to pull oil into your newly cleaned areas... |
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Posted: October-21-2016 at 10:21am |
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Graeme,
I'm with Bruce regarding most making their own cradle out of wood.  But you could also look into an engine stand.  The only issue with a engine stand is partial disassemble is needed at the front or rear of engine down to the actual block. |
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Posted: October-21-2016 at 10:48am |
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Both stand styles are useful. Depends whether you want to store a fully dressed engine/trans vs assemble an engine.
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Posted: October-21-2016 at 10:52am |
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I have seen some metal ones that customers will often bring engines in on and if needed you "couuld" access oil pan bolts and sump etc. But nothing will be as preferable as an engine stand for removing and installing oil pan for the main reason of being able to flip the engine upside down. especially when seating the new gasket.
I couldnt find the ford one with a quick search but it must exist. click link |
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Posted: October-21-2016 at 10:59am |
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To me a stand puts something up in the air to allow work. My cradles look like Pete and Bruce, just a 2x6 frame with wheels. Don't cheap on the wheels! I prefer the 350# cart kings from mcmaster.
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Posted: October-21-2016 at 11:07am |
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Posted: October-21-2016 at 11:23am |
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The more money you spend on wheels, the less money you have to spend on your engine.
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Posted: October-21-2016 at 11:32am |
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Finally pictures of the engine, thanks. Do the hacked off exhaust hose ends come with it?
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Posted: October-21-2016 at 11:36am |
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Hacked off? Skillfully cut for plug and play in its next boat.
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Posted: October-21-2016 at 11:42am |
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But I haven't even told you what I'm putting it in yet. You're just guessing.
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Posted: October-21-2016 at 11:51am |
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Ha, We have a 302 Commander for you. This 351 is going in the Warren Witheral Tique.
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Posted: October-21-2016 at 12:00pm |
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What kinda games you playing up there at Long Beach Classics? I'm supposed to be getting a 351 Commander.
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Posted: October-21-2016 at 12:03pm |
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Alright, I'll swap over the valve covers for you.
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Posted: October-22-2016 at 4:57pm |
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Thanks for all the advice and sorry for the delay in reply, I've been busy at a boxing championship today.
Managed to knock up a quick cradle tonight out of "bits & pieces" in the garage.  
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Posted: October-22-2016 at 5:03pm |
Had a quick google at those engine stands and that looks the best way forward for any maintenance 
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