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Author:  tommj55 [ Wed Aug 29, 2007 4:33 pm ]
Post subject:  Slant 6 weight
Anyone know the approximate weight of a slant-6? I just purchased a 225 and need to purchase an engine stand.
Author:  Joshie225 [ Wed Aug 29, 2007 4:48 pm ]
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It's not the weight that's the big concern, but the length of the engine and the center of gravity. I had a slant take a dive because the engine stand was too tall and narrow. Since it appears to me you can't buy anything other than a Chinese engine stand you might as well get one of the better ones. I have this: http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/d ... umber=4420

Very stable. You can spend less, but it's not that much money in the grand scheme. Check Craigslist too. You may find a good stand cheap or at least pay less for a cheapie.
Author:  dakight [ Wed Aug 29, 2007 4:53 pm ]
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I can't vouch for the accuracy of this list but according to it, the weight of a fully dressed slant 6 is 525 lb.

http://www.mopar1.us/engineweight.html

I believe that I read somewhere else that it was around 500 lb.
Author:  tommj55 [ Wed Aug 29, 2007 5:18 pm ]
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Thanks, Guys. The tip-over issue is a good thing to consider.
Author:  slantzilla [ Wed Aug 29, 2007 5:47 pm ]
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Quote:
I can't vouch for the accuracy of this list but according to it, the weight of a fully dressed slant 6 is 525 lb.

http://www.mopar1.us/engineweight.html

I believe that I read somewhere else that it was around 500 lb.
With manifolds and everything 525 is prolly a good number.

Make sure to get a two legged base. The "T" bases with one leg up the middle like to fall over when you push them around. :cry:
Author:  dakight [ Thu Aug 30, 2007 5:26 am ]
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I have two if them with a T base. I always take extra care when moving them around. I usually try to pull them by the front of the engine so that I can help to stabilize the weight. I'll be very happy when I can get the block off the stand in into the car.
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