Garage Essentials That Get The Job Done
The Tools You Need For a Safer and Less Stressful Build
If you’re building, swapping, or restoring anything with wheels and horsepower, your garage isn’t just a place to park—it’s your headquarters. And every real garage needs the right gear to keep projects moving. Whether you're dropping an LS into a vintage chassis or setting up for a suspension job, the Garage Essentials collections from Crossmembers.com have the tools you need to do the job right.
We’re talking mock-up blocks, engine lift plates, engine stands, wheel and tire tools, shop organization gear, and more—all trusted by builders who turn wrenches every weekend. Here’s what every serious garage setup should include—and why it matters.
🆕 NEW for 2025: Next-Level Garage Essentials
G Force just expanded our Garage Essentials lineup with pro-grade new tools built to make swaps, maintenance, and mock-ups easier than ever. Some of the standout new arrivals include:
- ✅ Universal Engine Lift Plate – Works with small and big block Chevy, LS, Ford, Mopar & more. Slotted for various bolt patterns and intake styles.
- ✅ Duramax Engine Lift Plate – Heavy-duty steel plate engineered for lifting 6.6L Duramax diesel engines safely and securely.
- ✅ Adjustable Transmission Dolly – A must-have when pulling or installing heavy transmissions. Move it around your shop without a struggle.
- ✅ Toe Plates – Precision-cut for accurate DIY alignment—perfect for lowered cars, track builds, or weekend tire rotations.
- ✅ 4 Point Engine Sling – 4-point engine sling securely lifts fully assembled engine with adjustable straps and multi-point mounting locations to keep engine level.
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🏗️ Engine Lift Plates – Safe Lifting for Serious Builds
Lift plates are a must when you’re pulling or installing an engine. Unlike sketchy chains and hooks, these bolt to the intake or head surface and spread the load evenly.
If you're building with an LS, Small Block Chevy, Coyote, Hemi, Godzilla, LT, or Duramax, get the right plate for safe engine handling.
🧱 Swap Blocks – Build It Before You Bolt It
Mock-up blocks are a game-changer for engine swaps and custom chassis builds. G Force Swap Blocks are laser-cut and tab-and-slot assembled for durability and accuracy without the dead weight of a real block.
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Benefits:
- Perfect for test fitting headers, crossmembers, or motor mounts
- Lighter than real engines—move and position with ease
- Prevents scratched paint and broken bolts
Swap smart. Save your back. Get a G Force Swap Block.
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🔧 Engine Tools – Precision for Pro-Level Work
Don’t risk a fresh build with a loose crank bolt or crooked cam bearings. G Force stocks must-have engine tools to keep things tight and on-spec.
These tools speed up your project and add precision.
🛠️ Shop Equipment – The Backbone of Every Build
This collection is for the hardcore wrenchers who live in their shop. We're talking transmission stands, bearing packers, piston and rod organizer, and filter wrenches—stuff that gets rid of the little frustrations keeps the flow going.
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🛞 Wheel & Tire Tools – Fast Flats, Easy Maintenance
Don’t waste time struggling with tires or alignment. Whether you’re inflating, storing, or aligning, these tools are built for real-world use.
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🧰 Garage Organization – Build a Cleaner, Smarter Space
A cluttered shop slows you down. These organizers and storage systems help keep tools where they belong—on the wall, on the rack, or in a bin, not under your creeper.
- Fan favorites:
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🔄 Engine Stands – The Foundation of Every Build
G Force engine stands and carts are built tough enough to handle your LS or SBC, yet nimble enough to wheel into the corner when you're not using it.
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Builder favorites:
- LS and SBC Rolling Engine Stands
- Coyote, Hemi, LS, SBC, BBC and LT Engine Stand Adapters
🔩 Final Word: Don’t Just Build—Build Smart
When you’re in the garage, time is valuable. The Garage Essentials Collections at G Force give you what you need to work smarter, stay safer, and finish faster. From Swap Block Mock Up Blocks™ to lift plates, toe alignment tools to engine stands, every item is hand-picked by real builders for real results.