Engine Bench testing

Hi Guys and Gals!

I've just completed a top end rebuild and tin ware strip and paint of my 1800 type 4 engine which is going back into my 72 Xover.
As part of this I've added 40idf's and plan on getting them balanced and the van tuned.
I had planned on a rolling road but my friend has just suggested doing it with the engine out and using someone who will bench test it.
My questions are:
1. Is this a good idea?
2. Has anybody any experience of this?
3. Any recommendations of who and where?

I'm up in Cumbria so north west is ideal?

Thanks
All



Three years in my workshop and still feel I'm getting nowhere fast!


Three years in my workshop and still feel I'm getting nowhere fast!