TomRhere Posted April 1, 2015 Share Posted April 1, 2015 Hoping to pick up an EJ this weekend. Need some measurements to build a wood cradle to sit it in for the trip back home. Cradle(with EJ in it) will be hauled in the Wife's Chevy HHR. I'll be building the cradle out of what ever 2x4/2x6/2x/8 scrap lumber I have here. Just need the dimensions for a good solid support of the engine during the trip. Good fit around oilpan, and outriggers to help support the head area. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WoodsWagon Posted April 3, 2015 Share Posted April 3, 2015 I've always just chucked them in a tire. Oil pan drops into the hole where the rim went and the tire supports the heads. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
el_freddo Posted April 3, 2015 Share Posted April 3, 2015 ^ What WoodWagon says.I'm not close to any of my EJ's at the moment so can't measure anything for you I'm sorry. Oil leaks/dirty engine are usually the main concern for me.I do like your idea of the wooden create though - good for packing other things in too. CheersBennie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomRhere Posted April 3, 2015 Author Share Posted April 3, 2015 Thanks for the info. Have assorted lenghts of lumber, 16" tire, and ratchet straps loaded up, along with "Hopefully" all the needed tools. Heading out early in the morning. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crazyeights Posted April 4, 2015 Share Posted April 4, 2015 @TomRhere Good Luck! I hope you end up with a really nice one I am sure the HHR is nice inside, perhaps throw down a tarp or contractors bag under the old tire to contain the inevitable leakage. It will help keep a happy home life Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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