Engine stand yoke adapters?

[Woodyhfd]

I've been thinking about getting an engine holding fixture to hold an air cooled 911 3.2 engine. In addition to the cheap three arm adapters (not even considering these), I see that our host sells a four arm, and I've seen five arm ones available elsewhere. Do I need a five arm? Does it get too crowded with five?

[911pcars]

Minimally, the arms (4-5) must be substantial with good weld attachments. Some yokes, once installed, might prevent flywheel R&R; some yokes might prevent rear sheet metal installation (both can be performed off the stand); some yokes may not fit well against the stepped surface in the case.

After choosing, you will most likely have to fabricate some long spacers to span the case studs with installation nuts, and you may want to drill the blank yoke for stop pin holes (in case you want to rotate and hold engine at various positions).

Purchasing a combination yoke and bench/engine stand mount will avoid most of the above, but at a not insignificant cost difference.

Sherwood

[gjmascoli]

I can highly recommend the engine stand adapter ring sold by our host, especially if you already own an engine stand. Very high quality and allows access for complete disassembly of exhaust, oil cooler, clutch, etc.

[timmy2]

Originally Posted by gjmascoli

I can highly recommend the engine stand adapter ring sold by our host, especially if you already own an engine stand. Very high quality and allows access for complete disassembly of exhaust, oil cooler, clutch, etc.

^^^ This. after buying and using the 5 spoke successfully, If I had to do it all over again, I'd go with the Pelican adapter.