I wonder if anyone has a recommendation for a folding engine crane for around $150 or less that is known to be capable of removing a TR6 engine and tranny with OD. I have no practical limit wrt headr
Here is my solution, which may or may not work for you. I got a one ton hoist, and 4 feet of suitably rated chain. I wrapped the chain around the main joist (4x8") in my garage, and place the hoist
Sadly there is no superstructure in my two car attached garage to use for storage or to attach a hoist. I guess another option would be to construct something but that sounds like a lot of work and e
If you dont have a suitable joist you can always attach the hoist to an 8' or 6' length of 4X4 or 6X6 and lay that length of wood across multiple joists to spread the load. Aaron Aaron Cropley 71 TR6
Author: "Robert N. Clark" <rclark@robertsonclark.com>
Date: Mon, 26 Nov 2007 10:20:16 -0800
I hate to be a nay sayer but I wouldn't do this unless you have some decent sized lumber as the ceiling joists of your garage. If you have a modern home built with roof trusses and the bottom cord is
I have the advantage of a neighbor who is a retired architect. He inspected my joist and said it would support 1,000lb no problem. More than enough for what I do. Some other options that occur to me
Stan, List, I bought a 2 ton crane from Harbor Freight about 2 years ago. Have lifted and lowered the TR6 engine several times with it with no problems. I even lent it to a friend who "was" the prove
Thinking safety first is always a good idea. However, in this case, we have folks that have done sensible "discovery" steps such as seeking advice from a an architect (or structural engineer or whate
L. Kevin McNelis, PhD, CPA New Mexico State University 505-646-2485 Jeez people! Much ado about nothing! My 19 year old son and I just reach into the engine bay, grab a hold, grunt, and lift. The who
a roof joist. or a tree limb. I use the I-Beam in my basement and a 4000lb. come-along. My GarageMahall is my basement. I am fortunate to have a walk out basement..........Is it not time for the Gar
Author: tr6taylor@webtv.net (Sally or Dick Taylor)
Date: Mon, 26 Nov 2007 17:38:25 -0800
Stan--My setup is similar to what Vance uses, but I made a "hanging gallows" to support the engine hoist. Three 4"x4"x7' took the weight, with 2"x4"x24" becoming the "feet" extensions for the two upr
I just bought the Harbor Freight 2 ton lift and assembled it tonight - it looks and works fine,. With the arm set at the one ton lifting capacity, the engine will clear the engine bay, no problem. Th