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Allan		#1 Posted : Monday, 25 May 2009 3:41:44 AM(UTC)
Rank: Member Reputation: Groups: Registered Joined: 30/01/2009(UTC) Posts: 98		Hi Guys, Does anyone know where I can buy an Engine Test Stand? I can pick one up in the States for under $300US but I am unable to find an Australian distributor or similar. I have no interest in making one as I do not have the required skill set. Cheers, Allan
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nokternalmotors		#2 Posted : Monday, 25 May 2009 4:43:33 AM(UTC)
Rank: Member Reputation: Groups: Registered Joined: 24/05/2009(UTC) Posts: 69		what did you want the test stand to suit?
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We Wreck Junior		#3 Posted : Monday, 25 May 2009 4:50:56 AM(UTC)
Rank: Member Reputation: Groups: Registered Joined: 24/05/2009(UTC) Posts: 35		i have one, $400. (its a HJ rolling front 1/2 chassis off a wagon with crossmember and wiring harness) i love Carlton FC, mossimo turtlenecks and my mum.
		i love Carlton FC, mossimo turtlenecks and my mum.
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PISTOF		#4 Posted : Monday, 25 May 2009 5:43:42 PM(UTC)
Rank: Member Reputation: Groups: Registered Joined: 9/09/2008(UTC) Posts: 17		Rocket industries sell the easy-run brand. You can buy frame only or setup with radiator, fuel tank, gauges, ignition etc.. From memory the complete setup was around $2000 but my memory isn't the best.
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Allan		#5 Posted : Monday, 25 May 2009 7:40:52 PM(UTC)
Rank: Member Reputation: Groups: Registered Joined: 30/01/2009(UTC) Posts: 98		Thanks for the help guys! I have several V8 motors stored in the shed which I am about to look at rebuilding and a "compact" ie not the front end of a car, engine test stand would come in handy! Thanks for the heads-up on Rocket Industries! I wil
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Custom		#6 Posted : Monday, 25 May 2009 7:50:29 PM(UTC)
Rank: Member Reputation: Groups: Registered Joined: 21/01/2008(UTC) Posts: 333		They have them. http://www.rocketindustr...php?keyword=engine+test Make sure your sitting down when you ask them the price. As with most things Rocket Industries sell I always find it much cheaper to import the part myself. Let u
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Dr Terry		#7 Posted : Monday, 25 May 2009 8:34:36 PM(UTC)
Rank: Veteran Reputation: Groups: Moderator, Registered Joined: 1/03/2005(UTC) Posts: 6,058 Thanks: 1 times Was thanked: 203 time(s) in 184 post(s)		There is a guy advertising a basic engine test stand, come trolley for about $300 in Just Parts magazine, it's a double page spread. He has lots of this type of stuff including a very nice rotisserie with hydraulic lift. It's all made in China, but isn't Edited by user Monday, 25 May 2009 8:36:04 PM(UTC)  | Reason: Not specified
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Custom		#8 Posted : Monday, 25 May 2009 11:01:21 PM(UTC)
Rank: Member Reputation: Groups: Registered Joined: 21/01/2008(UTC) Posts: 333		You would have thought by this stage of the conversation someone from Rare Spares would have popped up and yes can supply this.
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Allan		#9 Posted : Tuesday, 26 May 2009 5:08:49 AM(UTC)
Rank: Member Reputation: Groups: Registered Joined: 30/01/2009(UTC) Posts: 98		Just got a reply from Rocket! What a joke! The exact same unit that Rocket want nearly 3 grand for I can buy in the states for $499US. I do not begrudge anyone making a profit but this is crazy. I will put an add in the local Handy Trader and
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We Wreck Junior		#10 Posted : Tuesday, 26 May 2009 5:15:31 AM(UTC)
Rank: Member Reputation: Groups: Registered Joined: 24/05/2009(UTC) Posts: 35		bump, HJ front chassis, $350. rolling i love Carlton FC, mossimo turtlenecks and my mum.
		i love Carlton FC, mossimo turtlenecks and my mum.
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Custom		#11 Posted : Tuesday, 26 May 2009 5:17:29 AM(UTC)
Rank: Member Reputation: Groups: Registered Joined: 21/01/2008(UTC) Posts: 333		What did I tell ya. They think people are plain stupid and will pay anything. Speak to you local Bursons since no one from Rares have reared their heads with an offer.
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davequey74		#12 Posted : Saturday, 30 May 2009 11:38:18 PM(UTC)
Rank: Veteran Reputation: Groups: Veteran, Registered Joined: 25/11/2008(UTC) Posts: 1,496		engine test stand $100, see here http://oldholden.com/node/72489#comments
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