Starting and breaking in new engine on a K frame dolly

[Gerrs69rr]

So I am closing in on the finish line on my assembly of the suspension, engine, and transmission. I am considering rigging a radiator in front and putting a short exhaust on it and doing the break in with it on the dolly. Anybody ever done that before? View attachment 1817590View attachment 1817591

I was waiting to get my 400 block back from machine shop so I started messing around with a spare k-member and before you know it I had this ready for my 470 stroker build

 

[Gerrs69rr]

I was waiting to get my 400 block back from machine shop so I started messing around with a spare k-member and before you know it I had this ready for my 470 stroker build

 

[Gerrs69rr]

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Had k-member powder coated and bolted on new 470

 

[Gerrs69rr]

Had k-member powder coated and bolted on new 470

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made a great transport stand. Returned engine to engine stand to paint, then back to cart for final assembly

 

[Gerrs69rr]

made a great transport stand. Returned engine to engine stand to paint, then back to cart for final assembly

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made a great transport stand. Returned engine to engine stand to paint, then back to cart for final assembly

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Before I bolted on Tremec 5-speed ran engine down to dyno for initial start and tune

 

[jimbosride]

Have your hat ready in case of fire

Man that was funny. Unpacking the garage while the engine burns.

 

[Gerrs69rr]

Before I bolted on Tremec 5-speed ran engine down to dyno for initial start and tune

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I’m working on pulling my drivetrain out now, I’ll let you know how install goes, I’m going to completely build all engine accessories and entire suspension and install all at once. I envy you guys that have garages and a lift! I’m doing this in my driveway with a one car garage.