Hi guys,

I have done a fair share of research on this topic but just wanted to double check before proceeding with this.

Is it safe to use one bolt and one stud from the front iron to attach the engine to a stand?
I super paranoid that the front iron is going to break and not be able to hold the load of a long block.

I saw that RotaryEvolution has done this before but wasn't sure how safe this is for a long block build.

 

The first time I rebuilt my engine I did it this way and the iron broke around the bolt hole. I think it was for AC bracket or something so I lucked out but I wouldnt do it again. I would reccomend buying or welding up the adapter.

 

That thermopellet plug that you asked about in the other thread came free with my engine stand adaptor. Just sayin'

 

Do it once, do it right:

Click me------>Rotary Engine Stand Adaptor

 

Yep, the rotary adapter is the ONLY way to go for mounting the engine. It centers the engine on the mount nicely so you can rotate it upside down to work on the oil pan, or flip it nose first to stack the motor or install the clutch/flywheel.

It will easily and safely hold the motor and all the accessories as well as letting you wrench and torque on the motor.

Really, if you are building a motor, there is no question here. You get the adapter or you don't do the job, period.

Dale

 

 

When I was in high school and taking a welding class for fun I made an engine adapter bout of 2 pieces of L shaped thick angle iron. I made them in a Z like configuration and welded supports along the back of it for extra strength. it was pretty ghetto, but it worked better than expected, and it was free.

Fast forward 10 years and I finally used to to build a motor, the only "issue" is that it is a little off center, but the keg is still light and easy to turn it over to get to the oil pan.

 

Thanks for the photo!

Im almost done building my 13B, just have to add the manifold and twin back one.

I have the same bolt and nuts as you do in this picture, is it safe or do I need to add the other bolt? Im terrified that the weight of the manifold and turbo will be too much for the iron to hold.

 

Should be fine. Just use all three and make sure they're as long as they can be without bottoming and keep them tight.

 

Thanks!

 

I've built many motors with the motor supported just as seen above - 2 bolts and one nut/stud. Fully dressed with turbos, everything and torquing on the motor on the stand. You'll be good.

Dale

 

Thanks!

Thank you everyone, I was really worried about this TBH, was at the point where I was scared to continue the rebuild of my engine.