Harbor Freight Engine Stand Mods (Reinforcement, Brakes, Handle, and More!)

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  • @FuzzyDiceProjects
    @FuzzyDiceProjects  ปีที่แล้ว +70

    This video is both a throwback to old episodes and a bit of a preview of some projects we have worked on that will (eventually) make their way onto this channel. I have started editing this video at least three times over the last few years but it finally seemed like there were enough changes to justify it and a story to tell, so here we are! Obviously I'm not saying that everyone should make these changes or that there aren't better ways to accomplish the same goals, but it has been fun to cut this stand up and weld it back together again and satisfying to use it and really appreciate the upgrades. Sometimes it's the little things.
    Also, I think we will be discontinuing the "Mini Projects" series titles/numbering and just using it as a playlist for assorted videos like this one. It feels like a one-off video like this would be more approachable without it seeming like part of a big series.

    • @justice5793
      @justice5793 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I can't believe I watched the whole video. but it kept me very entertained 😂

    • @sir_whocampsalot2876
      @sir_whocampsalot2876 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I really like how you put dates in your videos to tell us when something was filmed! I was surprised there were clips from current year in this video haha

    • @chaseharley7528
      @chaseharley7528 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey couldn’t you do a rubber grommet around the holes for the man through bolt that is letting the water to leak in??? Love y’all’s build been watching since the blazer episode 3 lol

    • @KentuckyKY
      @KentuckyKY ปีที่แล้ว

      come on and become a youtuber again please

  • @reesecokespoon4334
    @reesecokespoon4334 ปีที่แล้ว +137

    You need to cherish every upload because you never know, it might be months until we get another fuzzy dice video

    • @imcrow6674
      @imcrow6674 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      might be? no fault on the guy but its usually a month minimum
      always quality videos though, so i dont mind personally

    • @gb1613
      @gb1613 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@imcrow6674 You gotta appreciate his dedication to doing this. Not only is he living his normal life but also recording all his projects (which can make it take twice as long) along with editing countless hours of footage. All that extra work has got to get old after a while, especially when you're not a big channel with paid editors.

    • @chrisperks1112
      @chrisperks1112 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Right I wish he had more time to directly put into the channel I love his videos

    • @ruanbasson
      @ruanbasson 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yeah and now it's been 4 months💀 one has to wonder if bro is still alive

  • @JamieBainbridge
    @JamieBainbridge ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Every other TH-camr: Metal is so expensive!
    Fuzzy Dice: So I have this old bedframe... 😅

  • @michaelblaszkiewicz7283
    @michaelblaszkiewicz7283 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Good olde' Hobo-freight, after a complete rebuild, your ready to go!

  • @Patriottoo2
    @Patriottoo2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Mods and voiceover are great. Always good to see what re-engineers do to improve stuff.

  • @jghilliard
    @jghilliard ปีที่แล้ว +40

    Hey, did you ever figure out what was causing overheating in your Pinto? I really loved that series! Any plans for an update in the near future?

    • @FuzzyDiceProjects
      @FuzzyDiceProjects  ปีที่แล้ว +17

      Probably won't see the Pinto for a little while, but I really do want to get back to working on it. I don't know for sure about the overheating but it is definitely burning coolant now. I have some doubts about the cylinder wall thickness and the current plan is pretty much to just build a new engine to be safe. I rewired the car and did some other work after getting it home but likely won't put that into videos until I'm ready to start working on it again.

    • @funnypranker34
      @funnypranker34 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@FuzzyDiceProjectsI had suspicion the headgaskets were bad on it after that drive

    • @stevenmarcum8951
      @stevenmarcum8951 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Put the blown 350 in it

    • @johnherdener6801
      @johnherdener6801 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I would be curious to see if the head gaskets were installed upside down. It is easy to do and if that happens coolant passages get blocked and the engine overheats.@@FuzzyDiceProjects

  • @iamgriff
    @iamgriff ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I dig the jamb bolts on the casters.

  • @bugsmasher65798
    @bugsmasher65798 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    As someone who's put an LT1 into his 94' S10 Blazer and did something similar with his engine stand, yours is definitely top-notch! I'll be making another adjustment.

  • @Worship1602
    @Worship1602 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    (In the tune of “Oh Christmas tree”). “Oh engine stand. Oh engine stand. How lovely are thy “upgrades!”

  • @mattfarahsmillionmilelexus
    @mattfarahsmillionmilelexus ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I bought that same stand, then tried to mount up a 440 Chrysler to it. As I let the hoist down, it kept on bending and bending to about a 60 degree angle, at which point I stopped, removed the motor, and returned it to HF. Half ton in Chinese means around 400 pounds. I then bought a beefy Larin Big Red Jacks engine stand, and that unit didn't budge at all under the big Mopar.

  • @CaptainSir56
    @CaptainSir56 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    2 videos in 2 weeks. I must be in heaven.

  • @basil3w
    @basil3w ปีที่แล้ว +2

    If you want to add a 360 degree gear drive on the head shaft, consider an air brake slack adjuster (about $25). That way, you could use a cordless drill to rotate the engine. It could eliminate the need for the locking pin also.

  • @reloadingfun
    @reloadingfun ปีที่แล้ว +1

    the satisfaction is the best part. who cares about the ease of buying

  • @NeverLetOff
    @NeverLetOff ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Yes!

  • @561inurface
    @561inurface ปีที่แล้ว +5

    You could get a can of frame protectant spray ment for spraying inside tube frame. The cans usually comes with a nozzle extension that can spray deep into that open section of the stand and protect it from any rust. Eastwood has a good one for rust prevention and conversion.

    • @209chevymon
      @209chevymon 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thats a great tip for him i knew about that stuff but didnt think of it until i read your comment good idea man

  • @petescarport
    @petescarport ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Oh wow. I actually reviewed this stand on my channel and they used the video on their site. Love your channel. Harbor freight ironically uses a few of my videos. Helps me so much on views

  • @Darwinpasta
    @Darwinpasta ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Bedframe for the win! Nicely done.

  • @undoubtedlyso4542
    @undoubtedlyso4542 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    hell yeah I love modding videos

  • @brandonlink6568
    @brandonlink6568 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I don't think I'll ever look at my stock engine stand the same way again. Have you thought about rounding off the bolt heads for the wheel stops and adding some kind of knurling to them?

  • @c0wb0yTV
    @c0wb0yTV ปีที่แล้ว +3

    thank you for sharing your thoughts, the way your mind works is great entertainment!

  • @andrethib
    @andrethib ปีที่แล้ว +7

    nice work. regarding the new handle being too long for tight quarters -- why not just add an attachment point to the other side and store the old (short) handle there? then you have both lengths of handle for any situation

    • @FuzzyDiceProjects
      @FuzzyDiceProjects  ปีที่แล้ว +5

      That's a great idea! I had considered using both handles and just swapping between them but two handle holders would be pretty slick.

  • @dansmith6909
    @dansmith6909 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    The low initial purchase price of this stand would seem to be the reason this project was more viable than just making one from scratch. There's never a perfect thing you can "just buy". Nice work. Building or modifying your own tools is a big deal.

  • @torchbaugh
    @torchbaugh ปีที่แล้ว +8

    A counterweight on the wide side like an ammo can full of sand is something I use often by myself. A welded tray like a battery tray would help me make it permanent. Might be a good upgrade

    • @dlewis9760
      @dlewis9760 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      If you think you wouldn't puncture it, an old battery tied down would work.

  • @robsdeviceunknown
    @robsdeviceunknown ปีที่แล้ว +4

    You have a lathe, I would buy some sch40 tubing and replace the upper then turn a tighter fitting pipe to go in it. But man you had some great ideas. I will definitely do some of these.

  • @MajorMokoto
    @MajorMokoto ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Really cool. That's a stand that you could give to your kid one day, it'll likely last that long. Nice job!

  • @TheUberdude14
    @TheUberdude14 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Probably the best tool for the job is the one you create yourself, the handle pin falling out can be fixed by putting a magnet in the tube next to the hole with epoxy. strong enough to hold it in place but easy enoug to pull out

  • @jmaxim80
    @jmaxim80 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I have the same stand, and I think it's time to break out the welder and get to work. I agree with you how janky they are out of the box. I was rebuilding an engine for a family member, and I was sweating bullets every time I had to turn the motor. I thought well here goes 3 grand if this damn thing breaks. But anyway, very nice upgrades. You have yourself a hell of a nice tool now.

  • @traviswilding3917
    @traviswilding3917 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ace hardware has metal “sleeves” that fit inside the posts/around your bolts that mount to the engine block. They help keep the bolts centered and from slipping around in the posts

  • @zouarimohamed4066
    @zouarimohamed4066 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Welcome back

  • @steveobrien8792
    @steveobrien8792 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I would look into ordering a can of fluid film with one of those long hoses that shoots out in every direction like what they use to get inside of truck frames. then give that vertical tube a real good coating. you probably wouldn't ever have to worry about the inside again especially since it will be protected from most of the elements.

  • @MrSaahOG
    @MrSaahOG ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What is fun buyin’ a new stand?! This was awesome! An as you said: A Journey! Love the rebuild!

  • @Keeg02.
    @Keeg02. ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Another excellent video!

  • @shukriconstatine4862
    @shukriconstatine4862 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I can't wait until your next upload

  • @1leggeddog
    @1leggeddog ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great improvements!

  • @MikhailScottKy
    @MikhailScottKy ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I would add a grease zerk so you can add a little amount of lube to the area that the shaft pivots so it rotates easier.

  • @montgomeryward9952
    @montgomeryward9952 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That's awesome as hell. Mad max of engine stands ,👍🤟

  • @dadgarage7966
    @dadgarage7966 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    To keep its big engine stands in one place, OTC puts large threaded pins to act as jack screws through the frame thereby lifting the casters right off the ground.

  • @ShopEightyFive
    @ShopEightyFive ปีที่แล้ว +8

    For the next version, chop the 3/4" wrench up and weld it to the end of the handle.

    • @FuzzyDiceProjects
      @FuzzyDiceProjects  ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I like that the handle can slide through from either end and that would unfortunately get in the way, but I do like the idea of having a specific wrench just for the engine stand!

  • @johnk2506
    @johnk2506 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Been meaning to upgrade mine as well. Got a few ideas from this. The only thing I can suggest is adding some quality grip tape to the stand for when you brace it with a foot. I did the same with my engine lift.

  • @Six4691
    @Six4691 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great work!

  • @jeromykeloway
    @jeromykeloway ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You could add a rubber seal to the head Bolt to prevent it from collecting water.
    Could Make the Installation a little bit Harder, but it would also help prevent to Bolt from wiggling arround in there.

  • @kalybnielsen4183
    @kalybnielsen4183 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I modified mine by mounting the engine mounting arms on the back of the plate and used 3/4 × 1/4 strap to make the little arms C Channel and increased the length of the bolt tubes.

  • @BR1GADIER
    @BR1GADIER ปีที่แล้ว +5

    As all the bolts are 3/4in, could you have a 3/4 hex socket on the end of the turning handle to adjust the brakes without crouching? A bit like the jack handle and the air release screw

    • @FuzzyDiceProjects
      @FuzzyDiceProjects  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      It would have to be a thin socket to not interfere with the handle sliding through the head from either side, but it's definitely a good idea! Maybe even a hex socket on one end and a square drive on the other so it can be used as a long extension with a wrench.

  • @danielskazusevs3969
    @danielskazusevs3969 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    love watching your vids, keep up the work☺️☺️☺️

  • @kjeldlarsen912
    @kjeldlarsen912 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you

  • @anan0moose
    @anan0moose ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I bolted about a foot of jack chain to the upright and attached the anti rotation pin to it. So now I can just drop the pin before rotating the head without worrying about losing it.

  • @ronhaefner7833
    @ronhaefner7833 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice practical mods.

  • @homemadetools
    @homemadetools ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice work. We shared this video on our homemade tool forum this week 😎

  • @jeffryblackmon4846
    @jeffryblackmon4846 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You did a fine job and I may use one or more of the upgrades on my own stand. Thanks a bunch!

  • @coltonkruse2313
    @coltonkruse2313 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice upgrades! Can't wait to see whatever you do next

  • @FluePeak
    @FluePeak ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Really love that you improve the tools you have instead of buynig a new and better one. Nothing beaths home made, if you have the tools.

  • @S0SS0L
    @S0SS0L ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Maybe you could add a seal to the locking pin at the top. Something like a rubber disk or a labyrinthine seal made of tubing and washers.

  • @motov8-garage832
    @motov8-garage832 ปีที่แล้ว

    I recently got an engine stand from my dad that he made back in 99.
    He made it out of 6" heavy wall steel pipe😯 I told him MAN! that thing could hold a dang semi engine😄.
    It's even got a rotating back plate.
    Going to be a indestructible engine stand for my life and then some.
    For the last few years I've been using an old 1980's 3 wheel stand, it's still a great stand I'll continue to use also. People are scared of 3 wheel stands but if you get a good old usa made one with a wide rear wheel base they work just fine.
    Plus they play very well with the engine hoists.
    Idk about the OEM configuration of the harberfreght engine stand for anything more then a 4 cylinder engine..
    Those welds looked scary enough.
    You did a great job fixing it up though👌

  • @FortyHyena
    @FortyHyena ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Fantastic project! Absolutely loved it!

  • @chickenfoundation9323
    @chickenfoundation9323 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Harbor freight now sells a folding gear driven stand with 1500lb capacity , the wheels lock all for $300 😮

  • @elliotcm
    @elliotcm ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Really nice stuff. For the wheels, you can get weldable locking castors for a few bucks each, the kind you operate with your foot. Were they not up to the task for something like this? Just in case I wind up in a similar situation.

  • @E.T.GARAGE
    @E.T.GARAGE ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video, I may do some of those mods to my HF engine stand

  • @andy2591967
    @andy2591967 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What about a rubber washer around the head pin to stop water getting in? May also hold the pin in 🤷‍♂️

  • @stuartcookie133
    @stuartcookie133 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I got 2 stupid strong magnets and hot glued them to the up rite to hold my 3/4" wrench and the bolts that hold the engine to the head. Got tired of always looking for another set of bolts an washers

  • @robinrai4973
    @robinrai4973 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    nice, I love modifying stuff for purpose

  • @toddpeters9007
    @toddpeters9007 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good stuff , I've had the same problem with all stands , I will definitely support the mount plate because next build is a 460 , last stand was a power torque brand same china junk , 1000 lbs , do not trust it at all , sagging alot with a 400 on it at night I put chain from hoist to lift front , do in am I did not have engine on floor !

  • @immanutt4442
    @immanutt4442 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great ideas put into action !!! ... Fred what about using spray foam for keeping water from rusting the inside of stanchions ?

  • @mikegillam1000
    @mikegillam1000 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love your videos! The amount of thought you’ve put into fixing that little HF stand is awesome. I wonder how much it would cost HF to encorporare at least some of these fixes? They could sell the better version under the Hercules line. Having watched some other videos and struggled with most of these issues myself I like a lot of what you’ve done. I too have misplaced the original locking pin for mine. I’m currently just using an old 3/8 inch wratchet extension. I think the handle mod was overkill. When I need some extra leverage to turn an engine over I’ve found using the handle from my old craftsman Jack works like a charm. Overall I love what you’ve done though. It looks like you’ve really increased the safety and overall usabilty of the stand. Thanks so much for all of the great ideas! I may be attacking my engine stand with the grinder and welder over the weekend

  • @DOCTOR_KIA
    @DOCTOR_KIA ปีที่แล้ว +1

    i’m missing your videos big time man!

  • @camino6431
    @camino6431 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Since you are adding all of the bracing to the stand, why not add a heavy wall square tube to the back of the upright?

  • @punishernation436
    @punishernation436 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Whats the next video for the blazer? Its my favorite series

  • @TheBrokenLife
    @TheBrokenLife ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I see an LS motor... either your truck had a really bad day or something else had an awesome one. 😁

  • @notj5712
    @notj5712 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You should make the double locking head pin loop the box end of a wrench that tightens all the bolts. Then you will always have the wrench you need to use the stand with the stand.......

  • @charlessmith3758
    @charlessmith3758 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Oh great, a video I can watch to put me to sleep tonight.

  • @StormHawksHD
    @StormHawksHD ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm hyped for the next upload.

  • @muttBunch
    @muttBunch ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Harbor freight needs to take notes and credit you 😊

  • @alexm8922
    @alexm8922 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Small chain to keep the locking bolts from "disappearing" like a pen at the bank.

  • @cobramike13bravo63
    @cobramike13bravo63 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The sheer sight of those welds would of keep any spiders out of the engine stand.

  • @dragsterstransmissions
    @dragsterstransmissions ปีที่แล้ว +1

    How did that paint smell when you were grinding it off? Nasty

  • @MrKswildman
    @MrKswildman 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I converted mine to gear rotating for less than $50. Really easy and very handy.

  • @Road_Rash
    @Road_Rash ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have the 1 ton stand... it's awesome, very stable, but it's got a few issues itself, but not nearly as many... same crappy handle though... I need to customize mine a little...🤔🤔🤔

  • @AtomicReverend
    @AtomicReverend ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My biggest complaint with the 750 or 1,000 lb engine stands is they all tend to lean when you put more than a few hundred pound engine on them My next complaint is once you have the engine on it it is next to impossible to turn that engine over by hand because there is so much slop in between the engine stand head and the axle stand where the two round pipes go together It just kind of binds up.

  • @anderw2
    @anderw2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Nice, make the tool work for you

  • @209chevymon
    @209chevymon 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great idea for the handle with the holes and pin to lock it at different lengths that sch40 is a must when buying these stands from harbor freight i crushed my hand rotating a engine on my 2ton stand the little handle is literally a joke when it was turning momentum took it and i couldnt hold the weight and couldnt get my hand out in time and got my hand smashed between the support brace on the 2 ton version after buyin longer handle never had that happen again so ya a longer handle is a MUST!!! Its Dangerous without it!

  • @firesurfer
    @firesurfer ปีที่แล้ว

    11:19. Instead of the welded bolt you could have just drilled a hole through and put a pin right through the wheel sideways. It already has holes in the wheels. Add a spring retainer et voila.

  • @travislarson5192
    @travislarson5192 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Forgive me if this has been suggested: Weld a 3/4 socket to the end of your handle so you can tighten everything down. You'd be forced to insert the handle from one side, but that would be a small price to pay for never needing to locate a 3/4 wrench/socket/will-to-live. Just a thought. Great build!

  • @alexmoreau8921
    @alexmoreau8921 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very relatable content! Always disappointed with how weak these are.

  • @ffturbo
    @ffturbo ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Pimp my ride? Nah pimp my stand

  • @NeverLetOff
    @NeverLetOff ปีที่แล้ว

    I have that exact same stand. It is holding a Ford 460 currently

  • @garymucher4082
    @garymucher4082 ปีที่แล้ว

    Oh yes, a geared engine turning option would be the best of the best upgrade. That way you can turn the engine any amount you like and not worry about it... I say go for it!

  • @matthewholzinger1042
    @matthewholzinger1042 ปีที่แล้ว

    Where the pin goes in to keep it from rotating, the holes don't match in size. Drill all the holes the same size and use a pin that fits well.

  • @PeterHatch-mx7zc
    @PeterHatch-mx7zc 14 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Good idears i uesed a s/cam and a slack adjuster and pillow block bearings

  • @Jason-ul8yk
    @Jason-ul8yk ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Any new videos to be released ?

  • @korn111685
    @korn111685 ปีที่แล้ว

    I can’t believe we just watched a video from fuzzy let alone enjoyed watching him modify a $20 marketplace engine stand.
    I think you could have just built one from scratch as much work as you put into it.

  • @gearhead1234
    @gearhead1234 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My cheap stand didn’t like my 454 with everything but headers.. lol

  • @Bawkr
    @Bawkr ปีที่แล้ว

    That's cool how is the 454 going? Just cracked open a pretty rusty engine and found this channel.

  • @aerialrescuesolutions3277
    @aerialrescuesolutions3277 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice mods. You could just wrap the hole with plastic while washing the block, less, or no water would enter the hole?

  • @WilliamTythas
    @WilliamTythas ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm welding a 1/2 socket to a 1/4inch plate/disk to close the head and be able to use a large ratchet/breaker bar as a handle

  • @Firebird400
    @Firebird400 ปีที่แล้ว

    You need some gas for that welder, you use it enough. I always tough about putting a couple bearings on the shaft to help it rotate the engine . Obviously have to resize shaft but I think it would be a upgrade

  • @wizerd5150
    @wizerd5150 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    wy not add a spot for a shorter bad for the tight spots : )~

  • @GSC-Operator-chan
    @GSC-Operator-chan ปีที่แล้ว

    Ayyyy more FDP let's goooo

  • @JohnnyFabz
    @JohnnyFabz ปีที่แล้ว

    You could weld a rod on the bolts so you don’t need a wrench

  • @dskitch
    @dskitch หลายเดือนก่อน

    Need a wider engine hoist. Decent mods I think the only mod I liked was the locking head bolt to keep engine from rotating

  • @lonmcclellan2414
    @lonmcclellan2414 ปีที่แล้ว

    I remember the head of the engine stand was cocked up a bit higher. Then when a motor was on it leveled out. Lon from Ohio...

  • @kevinmcewen1760
    @kevinmcewen1760 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ok this is great and all but the real question is… how many Home Depot buckets do you own?!?!???