Engine cradle

[Andy]

I’m wanting to build an engine cradle for big block (as per pic) anyone out there able to help me out with measurements/dimensions. Thanks

 

[Russ69Runner]

Sorry no help here but think some of the other guys have put one together to do their motor.

 

[Andy]

Ok, just hard when your far away

 

[quikbird]

Somebody makes one, with casters even. If can find that might have dimensions somewhere

 

[Terry Hauck]

I used one for a BB Chevy for my 383. The bell housing bolt holes line up, but I had to use a big piece of wood to support the front. Works fine. Mine has casters too. Garage sale gold.

 

[6PKRTSE]

Don't have any dimensions. I have built probably 15-20 of these cradles over the years for my engines. Just have to measure and mock it all up. Tack it together then weld it all up.

 

[Rapid Transit]

I don't know your real need, but wood is lots easier.
Once you get the engine hanging just cut and assemble.

 

[6PKRTSE]

I have had engines fall over or off of the wood crates before when running over the dreaded driveway cracks.

 

[Rapid Transit]

There is something on the market now that might help with that.

 

[6PKRTSE]

True. Steel is always free to me, so it's just a little labor to cut and weld them up.