I used a 2000lb engine stand from Harbor Freight and mounted the engine
at the back end. Worked fine. No tipping problems.
Elton
On 1/2/2014 10:42 AM, Simon Lachlan wrote:
> Hi,
>
> I am contemplating the removal of my 3000's engine. Probably with gearbox
> attached.
>
> Once it's out (hoho), I'll want to put it on an engine stand. Rotating type.
>
> I am not contemplating putting the engine onto any sort of stand before
> removing the gearbox.
>
> How much does the engine weigh?
>
> How much does the gear box weigh?
>
> I expect that engine stands come "rated" at/up to a certain max weight.
> Isn't a 3000's engine fairly long for its weight? Doesn't this induce a
> measure of extra leverage onto the load bearing mount on the stand? Should
> one thus go for a higher rating and, if so, what does the collective wisdom
> suggest?
>
> I continue to seek for the weights in my manuals but without any luck.
>
> Thank you,
>
> Simon
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