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Bruce/CT · 02-01-2018, 08:32 PM

Hi,

Do any of you use an Engine/Transmission test stand with your flat head?
If yes, where did you buy it or get plans to build it? I'm considering getting or building one. About how much did it cost?
Thanks, Bruce/CT

JSeery · 02-01-2018, 08:34 PM

There have been several past threads on the topic, might try a search.

Newc · 02-01-2018, 08:45 PM

Hi; A frame with the necessary mounts... Some fellows use an actual front of a Ford frame. Height and wheels your option. Note; Many engine builders don't like to run in a new engine on a stand as there is no load. Newc

tubman · 02-01-2018, 08:48 PM

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If you have any skills at all, I believe you'll be much better off building one rather than buying one. I built mine so I can run a variety of engines (I have flatheads, early hemi's, an Olds Rocket, and an SBC or two). I wanted to be able to run them all, so I used an old "universal" engine stand to make the rear mount. Mine also has a provision to run 6 volts or 12 volts (which is much more difficult than you would think at first). It all depends on what you want to do. My personal opinion is to not let the "naysayers" talk you out of building a test stand. I find mine invaluable for initial startup of new engines and checking out used ones. If you have a one time situation, a used tire will serve, but it's not an ideal way to go.

02-01-2018, 08:32 PM	#1
Bruce/CT Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Middlebury, CT Posts: 780	engine test stand?? Hi, Do any of you use an Engine/Transmission test stand with your flat head? If yes, where did you buy it or get plans to build it? I'm considering getting or building one. About how much did it cost? Thanks, Bruce/CT __________________ Failure is simply the opportunity to begin again, this time more intelligently.......Henry Ford

02-01-2018, 08:34 PM	#2
JSeery Member Emeritus Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Wichita KS Posts: 16,132	Re: engine test stand?? There have been several past threads on the topic, might try a search.

02-01-2018, 08:45 PM	#3
Newc Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 2,484	Re: engine test stand?? Hi; A frame with the necessary mounts... Some fellows use an actual front of a Ford frame. Height and wheels your option. Note; Many engine builders don't like to run in a new engine on a stand as there is no load. Newc

02-01-2018, 08:48 PM	#4
tubman Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Minnesota, Florida Keys Posts: 10,312	Re: engine test stand?? Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) If you have any skills at all, I believe you'll be much better off building one rather than buying one. I built mine so I can run a variety of engines (I have flatheads, early hemi's, an Olds Rocket, and an SBC or two). I wanted to be able to run them all, so I used an old "universal" engine stand to make the rear mount. Mine also has a provision to run 6 volts or 12 volts (which is much more difficult than you would think at first). It all depends on what you want to do. My personal opinion is to not let the "naysayers" talk you out of building a test stand. I find mine invaluable for initial startup of new engines and checking out used ones. If you have a one time situation, a used tire will serve, but it's not an ideal way to go.