Many engine cradles on the market are dedicated to a single application or won’t support new aftermarket racing blocks that are missing factory engine-mount bosses. Chris Jarman at Eliminator Kustoms has produced a video that shows how to fabricate an engine cradle that is very versatile and can adapt to more than one application.

The cradle is built from 1×1 mild-steel square tubing and measures 30x20x20. That may seem like a rather large footprint, however, Jarman notes that today’s engines may have dry-sump accessories hanging off the front. That additional weight can tip over cradles that don’t have the extra support built into his design. His design is also tall enough to support deep-sump pans.

The video shows the fabrication process from start to finish with explanations and tips on all the steps. Besides the tubing, which is available at most home-improvement stores, the fabricator will also need tabs with 3/8-inch holes. Jarman says these can be made from steel plate or purchased at a metal shop.

Jarman’s design uses the bellhousing mounts for the rear support and front accessory mounts for the strut supports. This design also allows the use of racing blocks that require motor plates.

Overall, it’s a very simple and clean design that will help organize any shop. For a little more mobility, support plates and casters could easily be attached.