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Just wondering if anyone has an engine stand i could borrow for??? I know they are cheap to buy but we already have 3 but all are currently in use and no need to spend $100 on another if i dont have to :)

Reply or PM but any help appreciated

Cheers Ben

I do but there are a few issues...

1/ Its got my 308 hanging off it at the moment. No biggy, can always put it on the ground in the corner.

2/ Its in Burnie

3/ If I do that you stand a chance of being ready for the hillclimb and therefore beating me.

So its there if you want it... :) lol

I do but there are a few issues...

1/ Its got my 308 hanging off it at the moment. No biggy, can always put it on the ground in the corner.

2/ Its in Burnie

3/ If I do that you stand a chance of being ready for the hillclimb and therefore beating me.

So its there if you want it... :) lol

:thumbsup: thanks for the offer PJ but im in Hobart so a little far to travel. But im onto your tricks, you offer me the stand and i have to drive 8hours to get it which is 8 hours i cant work on the car :D

yeah i got one you can borrow. send me a pm.

Cheers mate, PM sent

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