Bellhousing alignment...

I've never done it before, but I'll try and get it right. I wanted to figure out a way to make some kind of stand so I can get to the back of the engine. I've seen guys do it in the car and hanging from an engine hoist.

I made a little cart based off an engine dolly. There's 2 flats on the rear of the block where it could rest on the stand.

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What kind of dial indicator do y'all recommend?

There's the Dial Test type (lever arm on the side) which read a little more accurately.

Starrett 3809A DIAL TEST INDICATOR- 0-15-0- 1-1/4" DIAM.

Or standard type.

Mitutoyo Dial Indicator, 0 to 0.500 In, 0-100 2414S | Zoro.com

there's also different readings 0-15-0 or continuous.