Paul90 Posted May 24, 2010 Share Posted May 24, 2010 What straps do you guys use when lifting out engines / gearboxes ? I was thinking about geting some 50mm ratchet straps. Not because I want to ratchet things tight but just thinking it would be easy to adjust to exactly the right length to get the angle right and minimise the gap between the engine and crane for those high lifts when you just need that last bit of clearance. Could even adjust things part way through the lift. I don't think these straps are rated for lifting but what do you think ? Bad idea ? Paul Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted May 24, 2010 Share Posted May 24, 2010 I use a chain not a strap you could use straps but the hoist does the lift not the strap the chain you can fasten in with shackles and know it will not slip..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zoltan Posted May 24, 2010 Share Posted May 24, 2010 I like chain too. Having said that I've used everything from old climbing rope to bits of seat belt. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Les Henson Posted May 24, 2010 Share Posted May 24, 2010 If you need to align the engine/gearbox/whatever, accurately, then a seat belt is very good as it slips in the crane hook very easily. I most commonly use Parachute cord, which is very strong and slips easily for alignment. Chain or rope is ok for a straight lift, but that's all. Les. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reb78 Posted May 25, 2010 Share Posted May 25, 2010 Seatbelts are pretty strong as well, so doubled or tripled up should cope with the weight. I kinda prefer to have some chain involved even if loosley in case the the belts do snap though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rusty_wingnut Posted May 25, 2010 Share Posted May 25, 2010 I fabricated a balance bar from a short legnth of scaffold tube and a LR series U bolt. Once the engine is on the balance it is easy to man handle the unit back onto the gearbox. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gazzar Posted May 27, 2010 Share Posted May 27, 2010 I fabricated a balance bar from a short legnth of scaffold tube and a LR series U bolt. Once the engine is on the balance it is easy to man handle the unit back onto the gearbox. Any chance of a picture of this? I'm looking for ideas at the moment. G. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wee_arthur Posted May 27, 2010 Share Posted May 27, 2010 just one 2t sling right round as close to the engine and through the exhaust manifolds so i doesnt slip. Place board at front of engine bay if range rover classic . Jack underneath handbrake assembly then just pull it out with the forklift. Well works for us Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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