Chris Reid came over to put the engine back in the Camaro and the engine hoist was bent beyond use. Had to borrow a hoist from Jamie to get the engine back in the car with so at least the engine is back in the car now.
Now the new plan is build a hoist with these features
1.Folds up for storage
2.Easy to roll when loaded.
3. Long reach with high lift.
4. Swivel on the end of boom.
5. LED light strip under boom to see crap.
What other ideas for a new hoist besides not to be loaned out?
-- Edited by Dave Seitz on Sunday 13th of November 2016 08:12:04 PM
dashboard said
Nov 14, 2016
An electric or battery powered hydraulic pump for the jack.
Better, larger wheels.
Enganeer said
Nov 14, 2016
I would go with swivels with as large of diameter wheels as you can afford for all wheels for two reasons. 1) Sometimes when working in a tight spots, you need to nudge the hoist over some. It would be alot easier with swivels rather than giving a good kick to the back end side of the hoist. 2) Large cast wheels make it easier to roll around and less likely to get hung up on debris.
A clip to hold the pump handle right next to the pump when not used...mine has a welded ring on the upright column you can slide it into but most times slides out the bottom and ends out on the floor when your moving it around.
Tool tray or spot to mount one on the back of the main upright column to put your tools in a handy spot.
Perhaps a large fluid catch tray that can be mounted to the legs so when you pull something, when it leaks fluid out due to tipping it, it ends up collecting in it rather then spewing all over the floor (radiator / oil/ trans fliuid,
-- Edited by Enganeer on Monday 14th of November 2016 09:56:25 AM
Derek69SS said
Nov 14, 2016
Low profile legs.
Lost in the 60s said
Nov 14, 2016
Why start from scratch ? can't you repair/modify the bent one into what you want ? Yup, swivel casters on the back are a big help. The tray is a nice idea, but I believe would get in the way. I have spare trans yokes that I slip back in right after pulling the driveshaft to prevent fluid from leaking. If automatic trans, cooler lines at rad are plugged with rubber hoses. Water pump lower hose is left on the pump and either loosened and turned up, or folded back and held with zip ties to prevent un-welcome spills. I have the same lame ring for the pump handle as John. I have been "going to" weld a piece of enclosed pipe at the bottom so it can't slide off, but I use my forklift for most of these extractions/installs and haven't used the hoist enough to remember to make the cup.
This is the unit I have and it folds up into a nice size and rolls around on it's own 4 main base casters.
Far to bent to even mess with boom and frame base are bent.
The one on the link is close to what I like just maybe a bit on the thin side for metal.
For me a drip pan on the engine stand would be more appropriate.
I like the electric idea but that is another battery to buy and charge.
Tool tray is a good idea.
Low Pro legs yes.
A handle/knob on the valve so not to need jack handle.
Back in Black said
Nov 16, 2016
I "picked" this up almost 20 years ago before they really started cheapening them. I've pulled a Viper engine with trans attached with it. I'll take measurements if you want.
-- Edited by Back in Black on Wednesday 16th of November 2016 10:43:57 AM
dashboard said
Nov 16, 2016
I like Keith's lift. The rear wheel assembly has a nice wide footprint for stability.
Another nice plus would be a control valve that would allow for a more controlled release of hydraulic pressure.
Dave Seitz said
Nov 26, 2016
Found a Coupon for a lift at Harbor Freight the lift was $289 marked down to $179 sale but with the coupon for Grand Opening $99
Chris Reid came over to put the engine back in the Camaro and the engine hoist was bent beyond use.
Had to borrow a hoist from Jamie to get the engine back in the car with so at least the engine is back in the car now.
Now the new plan is build a hoist with these features
1.Folds up for storage
2.Easy to roll when loaded.
3. Long reach with high lift.
4. Swivel on the end of boom.
5. LED light strip under boom to see crap.
What other ideas for a new hoist besides not to be loaned out?
-- Edited by Dave Seitz on Sunday 13th of November 2016 08:12:04 PM
Better, larger wheels.
I would go with swivels with as large of diameter wheels as you can afford for all wheels for two reasons.
1) Sometimes when working in a tight spots, you need to nudge the hoist over some. It would be alot easier with swivels rather than giving a good kick to the back end side of the hoist.
2) Large cast wheels make it easier to roll around and less likely to get hung up on debris.
A clip to hold the pump handle right next to the pump when not used...mine has a welded ring on the upright column you can slide it into but most times slides out the bottom and ends out on the floor when your moving it around.
Tool tray or spot to mount one on the back of the main upright column to put your tools in a handy spot.
Perhaps a large fluid catch tray that can be mounted to the legs so when you pull something, when it leaks fluid out due to tipping it, it ends up collecting in it rather then spewing all over the floor (radiator / oil/ trans fliuid,
-- Edited by Enganeer on Monday 14th of November 2016 09:56:25 AM
Why start from scratch ? can't you repair/modify the bent one into what you want ?
Yup, swivel casters on the back are a big help.
The tray is a nice idea, but I believe would get in the way. I have spare trans yokes that I slip back in right after pulling the driveshaft to prevent fluid from leaking.
If automatic trans, cooler lines at rad are plugged with rubber hoses.
Water pump lower hose is left on the pump and either loosened and turned up, or folded back and held with zip ties to prevent un-welcome spills.
I have the same lame ring for the pump handle as John. I have been "going to" weld a piece of enclosed pipe at the bottom so it can't slide off, but I use my forklift for most of these extractions/installs and haven't used the hoist enough to remember to make the cup.
This is the unit I have and it folds up into a nice size and rolls around on it's own 4 main base casters.
http://www.northerntool.com/shop/tools/product_200640934_200640934
The one on the link is close to what I like just maybe a bit on the thin side for metal.
For me a drip pan on the engine stand would be more appropriate.
I like the electric idea but that is another battery to buy and charge.
Tool tray is a good idea.
Low Pro legs yes.
A handle/knob on the valve so not to need jack handle.
I "picked" this up almost 20 years ago before they really started cheapening them. I've pulled a Viper engine with trans attached with it. I'll take measurements if you want.
-- Edited by Back in Black on Wednesday 16th of November 2016 10:43:57 AM
Another nice plus would be a control valve that would allow for a more controlled release of hydraulic pressure.