Joey Mack Posted January 1 Share Posted January 1 Yep, I keep it greased, you wouldnt believe how easy it is to crank it up, and the pull the pin to rotate it.. Of course when it is fully built it's a little tougher, but still, wayyyyy better than doing these 'in-chassis'.... Just sayin'.. 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/73691-engine-rebuild-on-a-53-b-61t-end673/page/4/#findComment-544424 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keith S Posted January 1 Author Share Posted January 1 18 hours ago, Mark T said: Harbor Freight always asks if you'd like to buy the extended coverage..... they should offer some kinda insurance for when you get hurt using their junk. Hazard Fraught has improved, but they still have a lot of junk. Their 4-ton floor jack seems good - don't know if will lift 4 tons. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/73691-engine-rebuild-on-a-53-b-61t-end673/page/4/#findComment-544454 Share on other sites More sharing options...
davehummell Posted January 1 Share Posted January 1 I needed a new floor jack and bought the Snap-On look alike from Harbor freight so far I am satisfied with the jack. I think it was about $200.00. I don't have many things from there but last time I was in the store it looked like they had some better quality items for sale. 2 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/73691-engine-rebuild-on-a-53-b-61t-end673/page/4/#findComment-544462 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mowerman Posted January 1 Share Posted January 1 Yes, it is. Sure makes shit a lot easier when you’ve got the right equipment. If you’re doing engines all the time engine stand is definitely a big help Joey you are my hero. Ha ha. 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/73691-engine-rebuild-on-a-53-b-61t-end673/page/4/#findComment-544465 Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeH Posted January 1 Share Posted January 1 (edited) We aren't shy of some their tools, but most of our repairs are once in a blue moon type stuff. Hard to justify thousands of dollars for something that'll get used maybe 3 times in 10 years. Their Titanium plasma cutter has been great. Runs great on 220v, but not so well on 110v. Sorry to hijack thread; I'd consider making a bracket for my stand to hold a Mack engine by the side like Joey's is so the center of gravity is closer to the post. But I'd weigh the engine on my 1800's wagon scale before taking that risk. Edited January 1 by JoeH 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/73691-engine-rebuild-on-a-53-b-61t-end673/page/4/#findComment-544466 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mowerman Posted January 1 Share Posted January 1 1 hour ago, Keith S said: Hazard Fraught has improved, but they still have a lot of junk. Their 4-ton floor jack seems good - don't know if will lift 4 tons. It is a great place to shop if you’re at do it yourselfer I’ve never really had any trouble with anything in there Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/73691-engine-rebuild-on-a-53-b-61t-end673/page/4/#findComment-544467 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mowerman Posted January 1 Share Posted January 1 I bought a porter power in there over 30 years ago. I’ve only used it about three times still works real well. Got it for a song. Perfect example of what you’re talking about. I only use that around three times. 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/73691-engine-rebuild-on-a-53-b-61t-end673/page/4/#findComment-544468 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mowerman Posted January 1 Share Posted January 1 I even bought a brand new five horse Briggs & Stratton for one of my air compressors there saved a lot of money Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/73691-engine-rebuild-on-a-53-b-61t-end673/page/4/#findComment-544469 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mowerman Posted January 1 Share Posted January 1 Probably mentioned a wife bought me an engine crane for Christmas there. I know that thing is gonna come in real handy around here lifting all this heavy stuff. Decided to get one when I found out the steering box that I have to take out weighs 100 pounds 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/73691-engine-rebuild-on-a-53-b-61t-end673/page/4/#findComment-544470 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mowerman Posted January 1 Share Posted January 1 Oh shit Keith sorry about stepping on your tread I thought I was on shoptalk. it’s Joey’s fault. bob Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/73691-engine-rebuild-on-a-53-b-61t-end673/page/4/#findComment-544471 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mechohaulic Posted January 1 Share Posted January 1 15 minutes ago, mowerman said: I bought a porter power in there over 30 years ago. I’ve only used it about three times still works real well. Got it for a song. Perfect example of what you’re talking about. I only use that around three times. have bought number of items from H F ; also consider the quality of any product from all manufactures 30 yrs ago VS todays quality has changed considerably. 2 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/73691-engine-rebuild-on-a-53-b-61t-end673/page/4/#findComment-544477 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mechohaulic Posted January 1 Share Posted January 1 1 hour ago, Keith S said: Hazard Fraught has improved, but they still have a lot of junk. Their 4-ton floor jack seems good - don't know if will lift 4 tons. never thought it a good idea to use ANY product to it's maximum capacity . lifting a loaded truck wouldn't think of using a 10 ton jack to max; bring out the 20 ton. most well know brands have a "lower quality" division. after -- yrs of pushing wrenches, rule of thumb now is :: how am I going to get hurt doing this!! use over rated tools/ equipment lowers the hurt ratio. 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/73691-engine-rebuild-on-a-53-b-61t-end673/page/4/#findComment-544478 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Mark T Posted January 1 Popular Post Share Posted January 1 That stand Joey has looks like an OTC . There used to be adaptors for the different engines back before there were so many different engines. ( and so much clutter on them ) Quite a piece of equipment . Can't remember the price, but one of those back then wasn't for the hobbyist. 3 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/73691-engine-rebuild-on-a-53-b-61t-end673/page/4/#findComment-544499 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joey Mack Posted January 1 Share Posted January 1 Yes MarkT,, It is not mine though.. I am blessed that the engine owner is kind enough to let me use it.. Jojo 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/73691-engine-rebuild-on-a-53-b-61t-end673/page/4/#findComment-544503 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mowerman Posted January 1 Share Posted January 1 On 12/30/2023 at 12:13 PM, Joey Mack said: Mech...?? Now your starting to sound like a cranky Old Coot.. I have only ever built them in the truck, and not always in a shop.. However,, I am spoiled now.. Still Love You, Mech... Jojo All right now that’s just hilarious Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/73691-engine-rebuild-on-a-53-b-61t-end673/page/4/#findComment-544506 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mowerman Posted January 1 Share Posted January 1 5 minutes ago, mowerman said: All right now that’s just hilarious But if you were talking to my wife she would say heeeeeeeeeeey!!!!!!!!!! That sounds like my old man 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/73691-engine-rebuild-on-a-53-b-61t-end673/page/4/#findComment-544507 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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