So here's the scenario, I'm back at work for another stint and just itching to pull the engine out when I get back home. Last time I was home I was prepping and brought a 300kg SWL (safe working load) engine stand and borrowed a chain block (aka, endless chain). But oh no, I have no lifting bracket or engine adapter for the stand. A bit of searching during my lunch break and I find these same questions asked and answered in many ways. Unfortunately I still can't find all the info I need. So hopefully with the wealth of knowledge at this forum we can put it to bed once and for all. I will even draft a drawing for how to build an engine stand adapter including all dimensions, materials and so on. I understand each to their own but at least it might be able to help a few people out.
So what I have learnt so far:
Engine stand adapter:
-most commonly 2 bolts are used in the alternator mounts although this is cast steel and may be fragile, thus it is recommended to use a third bolt as well near the oil filter, (like the good drMini's, Fig A).
- you use 2x 5/16" UNF bolts that are 1" long and a 3/8" UNC (starter bolt) for the third
-A drafted drawing has been given before (Fig B)
Lifting Bracket;
- I was able to get help from Ausmini.com and was able to draft a lifting bracket which is below, PM me if you would like a better .pdf copy as I could not upload it 
All I am after mainly, if anyone has their engine out and a measuring tape handy, is just the distances between the two alternator holes and an oil filter mount hole. I've attached an image with what I mean if it makes any sense, just need the X, Y and then the difference of height of the alternator holes and oil hole, Z (Fig C).
Fig A,
Fig B,
Fig C,
and the lifting bracket;
Lifting Bracket in use;
Appreciate any help,
Cheers,
