455 engine weight

[jtham]

Can you guys tell me if my 1000lb engine stand is strong enough to hold my complete with logs 455 motor? I need to pull it out and put it on a stand. I really don't want to go buy a 2000 lb stand just so the motor can sit on it for a few weeks. Will the 1000lb work? How much does this motor weigh complete?
Thanks Jay

[NorCalSeahawkFan]

I had one on my 1000lb stand for 2 months. You should be fine.

[CrdStang]

http://www.team.net/sol/tech/engine.html
says 620lbs with accessories but no flywheel. Mine has been sitting on a 1000lb engine stand for a couple months too..

[jtham]

Thanks guys that's all I needed to know!! Jay

[Wally_Gator]

I did the same here.
As an added measure, I fabbed up a wood block to support the front of the engine while it was resting on the stand..

[CrdStang]

I did the wood block thing too back when I was rebuilding the 351C in my Mach 1. Won't hurt but you don't really need it.

[Ol Yeller]

N0 problem........my "made in China" stand held fine all winter...............
http://www.savepic.com/freepicturehosting/is.php?i=149051&fn=DCP_0012.jpg

[Jungle Boy]

They are heavy enought to make great anchors :supp: