Unfortunately I do NOT trust the beams overhead in my garage to hold much
weight. We live in an apartment complex and I am not overly impressed with
the construction quality thus far.
I don't know that renting a hoist is really an option for me, or at least
not a viable one. My other car is a Miata, not really good for towing
anything back from the rental shop, which means that everytime I needed to
pick up or return the equipment I would have the added cost of a rental
truck or delivery.
I think I will purchase a hoist, there is a Harbor Freight near me. I can
use it for the year or so I expect to need it and then if I decide not to
start another project (I'm planning to move to Spain in two years so might
not have enough time for another project) I can always sell it.
So just to be clear, in addition to the hoist I also need an engine stand
and an engine level, is that correct?
thanks!
Annette
----- Original Message -----
From: "Sean Trevelyan" <daymore@ozemail.com.au>
To: <Fred_Katz@ci.sf.ca.us>; "'Annette'" <squishfish@home.com>; "Ryan;
Richard" <RRyan@frk.com>
Cc: "Roadsters (E-mail)" <Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net>
Sent: Wednesday, March 28, 2001 2:46 PM
Subject: Re: Engine Hoist
> I also would like to hear more about this issue. I'm with Fred, and I was
> going to ask Annette how heavy the overhead beams were in her garage as
that
> was an easy way to go.
> Is the hoist worth the money to buy? Thanks though for the tip of hiring
> one.
> Lynne
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: <Fred_Katz@ci.sf.ca.us>
> To: "'Annette'" <squishfish@home.com>; "Ryan; Richard" <RRyan@frk.com>
> Cc: "Roadsters (E-mail)" <Datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net>
> Sent: Thursday, March 29, 2001 5:49 AM
> Subject: Re: Engine Hoist
>
>
> > I want to hear more about this issue. What is everyone else using, and
> what
> > are the benefits/negatives of their hoists?
> >
> > I have a chain hoist that hooks to my ceiling. Very heavy-duty, and the
> > ceiling timbers are strong enough to handle the load. I used to pull big
> > V-8's with it so it easily handles our 4-bangers. It's not a rachet-type
> > like come-a-longs so the engine won't fall.
> >
> > Good things: stores in a small box (I don't have much space). Easy to
hook
> > up, and to move out of the way. Lift distance is pretty high from floor.
> > Easy access all around engine. I bought it 30 years ago for $50.
> >
> > Bad things: Lifting is done by pulling a chain (muscle power) that
> > translates into small vertical increments. Makes a hell of a noise from
> the
> > rattling chains (scares the shit out of my wife when I do it late at
> > night). The hoist is in a fixed position so I have to push the car into
> and
> > out of position.
> >
> > Fred - So.SF
> > BADROC
> >
> > _________________________ Reply Separator ___________________________
> > Subject: Engine Hoist
> > Author: "Ryan; Richard" <RRyan@frk.com>
> > Date: 3/28/2001 11:22 AM
> >
> >
> > I agree with Phil, you need the right tool for the job. However many
> rental
> > shops rent hoists.
> >
> > So the question are:
> >
> > How many times will I use it over 10+ years?
> > How much does it cost to buy versus rent?
> > Where will I store it?
> >
> > Dick Ryan ex. 24022
> > (650)312-4022
> > Risk Management Dept.
> > SM 2000/2
> > FAX (650)312-5830
> >
> >
> > From: Hall, Phillip [mailto:Phillip.Hall@msfc.nasa.gov]
> >
> >
> > One of the best 250 bucks I ever spent!! I dropped a 1600 motor/trans
> from
> > 4 feet using a come-a-long. A tooth sheared and down it came. Scared
me
> > half to death! The only damage was the oil pan - I was lucky!
> >
> > No substitute for the right tool!!
> >
> >
> > Phil
> >
> >
> > Question: My husband thinks we should invest in an engine
hoist,
> I
> > have NOOOO
> > clue how much these run or if they are a viable purchase for a
> > hobbyist. Any
> > suggestions?
> >
> > -Annette Rogers
> > Vancouver, Washington
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