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Old 02-13-2015, 10:32 AM   #6
fiddlybits
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Default Re: How to support engine

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I have used 4x4x4 blocks with a 4x4 between them to support blocks at the edges and clear the crank.
I usually position at a main so that I have more clearance to move the crank if need be.
Generally I use a bottle jack but I have used a floor jack on occasion.

For safely I will position a jack stand at the front of the engine with a piece of pink foam insulation on it...just in case.

I've used this many times outside the shop over the years on all sizes of engines. (in the shop I have made up the metal equivalent using 2x4 square metal tubing)
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