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Engine Mounted in Support Stand. [Qeury:] Ok, so its a basic question but I would like hear from those who
have placed their B21/23/230 in an engine stand. Whats the best way to go about this? Can the threaded
engine/bellhousing holes support the weight of the engine? What about the aluminum reinforcing bracket at the
bottom? [Response 1: Dick Riess] I use an engine stand with 4 arms, two attatching at the top two holes where
the bellhousing mounts to the block and the bottom two at the lower end of the block. One goes to a starter bolt
hole and the other opposite side. Have to use nut-bolt combos on the bottom two. This works nicely for me
rebuilding all but the clutch. You can do a complete engine with no problem re weight and balance. [Response:
John Laughlin] I usually put one starter bolt through the upper starter bolt hole and attach a nut to that, then
attach two bolts to the top bolt holes on the block, and one to one of the right (passenger) side bolt holes on the
block. I've supported two B23's that way and they both stayed in position.
Engine Paint. [Inquiry] Anyone know a source for Volvo red engine enamel? Response: Vin Razo] Tempo
Volvo Red, #TEM 020472, is an exact match. It is a quality marine engine paint, and you might find it a local
marine supply store. If not you can order it from the shipstore.com. [Response: George Downs] I've been using
Rustoleum's red spray can paint over Rustoleum Rusty metal primer with good results. Similar Chevrolet
Engine Red paint is a little too orange for my taste. The Rustoleum seems to resist engine heat fine (not on the
exhaust).
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