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saba:
Just an idea they sell mega blocks/ anti terror blocks, big one is 1,60 meter/0,8/0,8. 2400kg and here in holland 100 euro/120 dollar.
Had a simmilar plan like you once but changed my mind in the end. I went the flexible route.
cheaper than doing yourelf i gues
greetings bernhard
sirpedrosa:
Hi Bernhard
The added value of this forum is DIY.
The improvisation is the key of this forum. Experience says: "lets see how it runs", the "idea is crazy but it works", "the wheel has already been invented, but this one is rounder".
Have you tried to make your custom block? And after publish the recipe!
Cheers
VP
ajaffa1:
Hi John, I spent half a lifetime pouring concrete foundations for construction and industrial purposes. In my experience the best way to achieve what you require is to have a 3/4" steel plate cut for your engine to sit on. Mark out where the holes need to go, drill and tap the holes to take suitable sized bolts, grease and install the bolts. Now get some rebar and bend it into u shapes, weld these to the bottom of the plate, the more the merrier. Now pour your concrete and press the mounting plate into it, make sure it is level in both directions. Poker the concrete with a vibrating poker to evacuate any air and ensure the concrete has completely surrounded the rebar, check that the steel plate is still level in both directions and allow the concrete to set.
Once the concrete has set you can undo the bolts and mount your engine, in the event that a bolt breaks you can drill a hole in the center of the bolt and extract it with an easy-out before replacing it.
Bob
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