[tubman]

I built an engine test stand about 10 years ago and have used it a bunch. I have had two flatheads, an early hemi, and an Olds Rocket on it so far, with at least one more to come. Probably not worth it though if you are only doing one engine. They're great for the 20 minute cam break-in on a new engine (easier to control), but don't over-do it. I particularly like them for checking out used engines to see what you really have. The hemi and a Mercury I checked were both unknown used engines and both turned out to be in excellent shape.