Easy Run Test Stand; Out of Business?

[Lynn]

Coolant recovery tank mounted.

[Lynn]

The framework for the dash panel has brackets welded on both sides. I think that makes a great place to mount a throttle control.

Haven't had a lot of time to spend on this, but pleased with the progress.

Planning on a 90 degree brass elbow in the radiator drain attached to a ball valve, with a hose attached for draining the coolant. I hate slow messy petcocks. Also plan to run the top overflow hose from the recovery tank to a secondary catch can, just to make certain I don't have any coolant spills.

[dykstra]

That engine test stand is turning out pretty slick!

[Lynn]

It is ugly as sin; but I don't think the ugliness will affect performance.

[Lynn]

Looking at throttle control cables. I can really go overboard on this (as far as using salvage or scrap parts) and use the old knob and bowden cable assembly that I took off my 49 Studebaker dump truck when I converted the hydraulic dump control from PTO to an electric over hydraulic set up.

But for this I think I want a new part; something with a handle and lever so I can control throttle opening more precisely.

Can't find much other than lawn mower, marine and heavy equipment controllers.

[Lynn]

Decided to just use the old PTO cable and handle from my Studebaker. It is 75 years old and way over built. Very thick cable. Moves freely, and I can cut it to size once I have everything dialed in. I can get about 4 inches of travel out of it, but shouldn't need that much.

[Lynn]

Added an overflow system for the coolant. I already have a coolant recovery tank, but just in case THAT system overflows (I hate getting coolant on the floor) I ran a tube to an old antifreeze jug that sits snugly down in the channel iron.

[Lynn]

Got the cutouts done for gauges and control panel. Control panel has a master switch and three accessory switches.

Also has a built in push button for the starter.

Have an extra gauge hole. I bought a dual Air Fuel Ratio set up thinking that it included two gauges. Well, it does, but BOTH gauges (left and right) are contained in a single pod.

I have a volt gauge on the way, and may mount a fuel pressure gauge.

If anyone wants a vintage RAC (made in Japan circa 1971) Amp gauge, it is yours for free.
I have no use for it.

[Lynn]

Also mounted a low pressure fuel pump for carb applications that will be using electric pumps. It will go on circuit 3. I started to mount it on the outside, but figured it would be safer on the inside. It is right next to the fuel tank. Just need a couple of 90 degree elbows to get fuel to it.

[Lynn]

Forgot to mention that I made a mount for the battery. Welded in two pieces of angle iron. You can see the burn through, so I know I got good penetration.
Laid a piece of 3/8 plywood on the angle iron, then put the battery on top.
Keeping with the budget build, I just used a left over ratchet strap for a hold down.

As you can see, I also removed my original 69 Z/28 engine block as the test fitter. I felt disrespectful.

Once I get all the gauges, then I need to wire it up. Not looking forward to that.

The fan set up came with a temp sensor. Planning to put that in line on the lower hose. Also included a bunch of connectors and a relay. However, it did not include any instructions. Hopefully, it isn't too difficult to figure out. Never put an electric fan on an old car before.