Engine stand that won't break the bank or kill me

Look on craigslist usually a few on there used once.
CL has been a desert nearby and only one or two within a 45 minute drive with best price of $50. So not much going on there for a while. I may try FB but I don't have an account and don't want one.

As above, or buy a Horrid Freight and beef it a little. Can you weld?
The jury is out, but my position is that I'm a capable welder. I can also drive a metal lathe and milling machine so creating enhancements is within the realm of possibility.

I don't want a tripod. My floors are too uneven. Unless something shows up soon used, I think I'm going for the HF one. I've used and improved several of their machines in the past. Just wanted to make sure I wasn't missing something obvious.