Engine Stand for Model A

[DBF 30]

Looks like I will be pulling my engine for some repair work. I need to get an engine stand that is Model A friendly and does not cost an arm and a leg. Any recomendations?

Also do I need the adapter that bolts to the water outlet and 2 pan bolts? or will the engine safely bolt up at the end of the block like a V8. Is the adapter a convience or a safety requirement? If needed, who makes the blue one that I see in some members pictures that has tubing vs a flat plate for more access to the block?

I know that some use Harbor Freight stuff but when it comes to things like engine stands and cherry pickers I must admit that I am gun shy on using cheap chinese products.

Thanks for the advise.

[Gary WA]

I use their engine hoist No problems. same as the Engine stand, but you need the adapter The Blue one from Brattons, Snyders,Sacramento Vintage Ford or check with the local Model A Club Members, I am sure you could borrow one.

[Ross/Kzoo]

If you search the archives I'm sure you'll find many posts.

[VWJoe]

Here ya go, just get a Harbor Freight ( or some other brand your familar with. there all made in China anyway) one that fits all engines. Bolt your eng up and let the sparks fly. We don't need no stinkn' adapter. Save your bucks for the good stuff.

Joe,,,,

[SteveB31]

We make the blue tubular adapter that you spoke of. It makes it easier to work on the engine, as you can assemble the engine, flywheel, clutch and transmission all at once.
Here is a photo of the one we make. We have about 50 in stock.


http://parts.modelastore.com/show_Product.asp?ID=3474

Steve Becker
Berts Model A Center

[Dick So. Cal.]

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Hi Steve
I have one of the engine stands you show but it is missing the two threaded items that go in the ends of the 'arms'. How does one purchase those?

Dick Wyckoff
El Segundo CA

[Rowdy]

I like my Blue engine stand. One of the best purchases I ever made. Rod

[TinCup]

Steve glad to see your new online store. Looks good.

[SteveB31]

Dick.

We have extras.

email me and we will send you a couple. [email protected]

Steve

[Bob from Northport]

The stands available at alot of discount auto supply places will work fine. But use one of the blue adpators. Easier to assemble the engine/clutch/ ect.

Bob

[sukhoi]

You can assemble the engine with out the adapter but cannot put fly wheel housing, flywheel and clutch on. If you have a hoist you can assemble those componets. One way to save a little money.

[John Stone]

Originally Posted by VWJoe

Here ya go, just get a Harbor Freight ( or some other brand your familar with. there all made in China anyway) one that fits all engines. Bolt your eng up and let the sparks fly. We don't need no stinkn' adapter. Save your bucks for the good stuff.

Joe,,,,

I'm with you on this one. The side adapter, IMHO, actually can make some things a little more difficult to assemble. I posted on this a while back.

[Fred K-OR]

Originally Posted by SteveB31

We make the blue tubular adapter that you spoke of. It makes it easier to work on the engine, as you can assemble the engine, flywheel, clutch and transmission all at once.
Here is a photo of the one we make. We have about 50 in stock.


http://parts.modelastore.com/show_Product.asp?ID=3474

Steve Becker
Berts Model A Center

Steve, will your adapter work on the Harbor Freight stand???

[Tom Wesenberg]

I would definately use the adaptor. Then you can turn the engine down to install and DIAL IN the flywheel cover. I also don't like to support the engine off the end. I feel it's much better and safer to use the side adaptor.

[SteveB31]

Fred K. - Yes it does. We have sold thousands and that is what they are made to fit.

[Popeye31]

Here is my setup. I even start them right on the stand befor I put them in.

[JBR]

You can make your own adapter for little or nothing with the parts that come with the engine stand, some bolts, and angle iron:

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[DBF 30]

Thanks for all the replies! I like the look and ease of the adapter sold by Bert's. Looks like I am going to try my crack repair with the engine in the car first to try and save the cost of an engine hoist and stand. However if I end up needing to pull it I plan on going the adapter route.

Also good to know that it seems that quite a few have good luck with the harbor freight hoist and lifts. Good to know that it is a reasonable option. I know that from time to time they do have good sales on those items.

Anybody want to chime in on what brands to deffinatly stay away from?

Thanks for the help.

[Mike V. Florida]

Originally Posted by DBF 30

Anybody want to chime in on what brands to deffinatly stay away from?

Thanks for the help.

Hot Rod magazine did a report on the "chinese" engine stands.

http://www.hotrod.com/techarticles/e...engine_stands/

[Tom Wesenberg]

For an engine stand the 4 leg one is more stable than the 3 leg stand, plus with 2 arms at the bottom it's easier to place a drip pan across them.