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« on: October 13, 2007, 05:29:23 AM »
I have a LG90 14/1 on order from Lovson exports. Comes with counterbalanced crank and flywheels.
Using 4x4 fence posts cut to 4 feet long, 8 total. I drilled 3/8 holes, very acurately,in all the pieces. They are tied together with 3/8 threaded rod,using angle iron on each end as a continuous washer,to keek the nuts from sinking into the wood. The finished dimensions of the base is 28"x48"x3 1/2" thick. A total of 4- 36" threaded rods were used.
All 4 corners will sit on suitable rubber cushions. When the engine is bolted down,the underside will have a steel plate with 4 mounting holes that match the dimensions of the mounting holes of the engine,in this case it is 260x260mm.
I believe that a wood base,properly built,would provide some "give" and yet be strong enough. I really dont want to pour a concrete pad. I am open to some other ideas,thats what this site is about!