The oddball bolt pattern on the back of a stovebolt block makes it difficult to position the spider legs of an engine stand properly. I like to bolt a piece of 1/2" X 2" flat steel bar about a foot long across the top two holes in the block and drill holes in the ends of the bar to allow the upper legs to spread out for a wider stance. Use a stack of flat washers under the lower legs to allow the engine to sit level. This also allows you to position the pivot properly to avoid center of gravity problems when you need to turn the engine upside down for access to the oil pan.

Use a 4-leg stand with legs long enough to extend past the front end of the crankshaft. A lightweight stand designed for a small block V8 creates a very dangerous tipping hazard.
Jerry

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