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Putting engine on stand, what size bolts i need??

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1993SSP

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Hey guys, putting a 5.0 on a engine stand, can someone give me the bolt size's i need for this?? My motor is still in my car and I dont feel like crawling under it to take one out, cold as hell here!!!! thanks!
 

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7/16
 

1993SSP

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7/16 standard thread??
 

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yep 7/16 nc
 

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Yep, 7/16. Measure your engine stand to get the length...then add about an inch to into the block. I then add another 3/4" or so for spacers between the bolt head and stand. I used 5 1/2" long bolts for my stand.
 

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NoSlo90 said:
Yep, 7/16. Measure your engine stand to get the length...then add about an inch to into the block. I then add another 3/4" or so for spacers between the bolt head and stand. I used 5 1/2" long bolts for my stand.
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I used the exact same bolts !
 

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i just used some old head bolts
 

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7/16 by 14 thread
 

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Don't forget grade 5 or better quality bolts. Less carbon and tempered so the bolts won't have any chances of snaping under load.
 

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Why do you need a spacer?
 

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You probably don't need them...i just like to use them. I use a 3/4" nut or even a stock lug nut. Just adds to the width of the stand arm...more leverage, beefier. Also just to give me a piece of mind i guess...i've got a little bit of $$ tied up thats hangin on by 4 bolts.
 
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