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Dec 12, 2007 | 11:43 AM

63mako

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ugly engine hoist brackets

I would like some nice looking, functional engine hoist brackets to mount and leave on the engine. Can't find anything like this. Anybody got some and where did you get them? Maybe something in stainless?

Dec 12, 2007 | 11:50 AM

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I usually just take them off for a cleaner look, but have seen them chromed a couple of times. SS would look good too

Dec 12, 2007 | 12:14 PM

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Kind of pessimistic about your build ain't ya

Dec 12, 2007 | 02:32 PM

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Sorry, I can't help with a better looking bracket. I just don't even use the brackets. I usually bolt the chains to the cylinder heads or use a carb plate.

Dec 12, 2007 | 02:41 PM

Scott Marzahl

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Years ago I wanted to keep the hoist brackets for an engine so I had the stock GM ones chromed which really set them off. However, I prefer to leave them off these days for a cleaner look.

Dec 12, 2007 | 03:11 PM

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Originally Posted by yellow 72

Kind of pessimistic about your build ain't ya

Just dead weight after the engine is in. What's the point?

Dec 12, 2007 | 03:31 PM

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Just dead weight after the engine is in. What's the point?

The fuel log and nitrous stuff has to be removed and installed to put the brackets on and off. I really don't want to bolt the chain to the AFR heads and a carb plate is not my choice to pull and install the engine, just looks pretty weak and can't take the chance of a bolt hole stripping or manifold breaking (hand ported tripower). An attractive, functional bracket would be my best option. The stock ones are pretty ugly and chrome against aluminum isn't a good combination either (corrosion). Just thought someone might have seen something that meets the need.