Engine stand

[nornet]

I need to fabricate an engine stand for a 4 cylinder motorcycle engine. Obviously it must be robust. My first attempt was based on 1" square steel tubing but it proved to be inadequate. I need some 3/16 or 1/4 steel plate for the next one. I looked high and low but can't find any at a reasonable price in Toronto. Lots in the US but postage is a killer. The steel is basic, nothing fancy, cold rolled is fine.
I only need a few small pieces. Any suggestions for sourcing it in the GTA?

This crankcase splits vertically like the old British twins not horizontally like the Japanese fours.

Paul

 

[GreyGhost]

It won't be the cheapest but for a small quantity, metal supermarkets is convenient.

How small is small? Post approximate dimensions and someone may feel generous and give you some of their offcuts.

 

[nornet]

It won't be the cheapest but for a small quantity, metal supermarkets is convenient.

How small is small? Post approximate dimensions and someone may feel generous and give you some of their offcuts.

Thanks for the quick response. I need 4 pieces about 12" by 6"

Paul

 

[NEED FASTER]

Just about any machine shop would be able to sell you what you want.
Or you could go to this or similar...

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