[Roadsters] Body weight

[John Over]

I second that 4 guys can lift the body.  I would say it is every bit of 500 lbs depending on how stripped it is.

I would consider removing w your 500lb hoist as long as you take safety precautions and lift slowly safely and stay out from under the load.  I have used a cherry picker / engine hoist before too and lifted with the seat belt holes in the tunnel which are fairly close to center of gravity.  You will want a supporter on each end regardless to keep level and to steady and watch as you lift.  Ensure all bolts and all electrical are detached.  

Good luck

John Over

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> On May 18, 2020, at 12:00 PM, DAVID MURPHY via Datsun-roadsters <datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net> wrote:
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> 4 guys can. Lift the body and walk around 
> At least when I was 32. Not sure about now when I am 64
> Dave
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>> On May 18, 2020, at 12:44 PM, Pat Horne via Datsun-roadsters <datsun-roadsters at autox.team.net> wrote:
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>> I just met with the guy who is going to do the bodywork on my 67.5. It is stripped to the body & frame & he wants to lift the body off the frame. 
>> 
>> We will brace the door openings but I am concerned about lifting the body. I have an electric chain hoist on a beam in my shop but I don’t know if it is strong enough. It’s rated for 500 lbs. will this work or should we pick up a couple cable come alongs to do the actual lifting? 
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>> Suggestions? Thoughts?
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>> Peace,
>> Pat
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