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8N Manual hoist info or plans needed

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Bud

11-13-1999 16:45:58




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I have a good running 8N that I would like to build a hydraulic hoist for. Pretty much the same configuration as a standard hydraulic engine hoist(3in. square tubing),except modified to fit the 3-point hitch on the tractor. I would probably use a standard manual long-reach jack just like the engine hoist, as I have no pump on the tractor. I could use this to lift heavy metal objects around my welding shop. My question is, has anybody built one or know of where I can see a pic of one on the net? Also does anybody know of a typical lifting capacity with say a 4ft reach, without tipping the tractor over backwards?
Thanks in advance!
Bud

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dave

11-13-1999 21:55:56




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 Re: 8N Manual hoist info or plans needed in reply to Bud, 11-13-1999 16:45:58  
I see a few N's around here where they mounted a boom so it extends over the front ..they use it to lift engines,trannys and other junk..looks kinda cool..like a little crane but thats all they use it for mainly, it looks like a real pain to take on and off

dave



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Jim(CA)

11-13-1999 19:23:51




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 Re: 8N Manual hoist info or plans needed in reply to Bud, 11-13-1999 16:45:58  
It's easy anough to build a boom. I made one from a old car frame. It extends out about 5' in the lowered position to about 3' raised. As it raises it gets stronger. It will only lift about 3 to 400 lbs with a rebuilt hydraulic system. I find it handy for small things. if you want it to hold a position good luck, it will creep.



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Jim(UT)

11-13-1999 19:22:44




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 Re: 8N Manual hoist info or plans needed in reply to Bud, 11-13-1999 16:45:58  
A 3 point lift boom sold at an auction here 2 weeks ago for $60. Didn't see a brand name on it. Didn't look "homemade" but it could have been....lotta you welder types put out good lookin work.



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truck...... does your 3 point still operate?

11-13-1999 18:21:45




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 Re: 8N Manual hoist info or plans needed in reply to Bud, 11-13-1999 16:45:58  
Don't reinvent the wheel here.. just fix your 3 point hitch and copy a lifting boom. Don't expect to lift much though. If you do a search for boom lift or hoist you might see what I mean. They aren't thought of too highly here for any substantial weight. One fellow even went so far as to say his dad had bought one with many other implements with the tractor and had never in 30 plus years found a good use for it. The front end on the Ford tractor is pretty light and it's too easy to do wheelies with those things. The geometry of your engine hoist thing will be exactly the same when the safe lifting capacity is determined. Get a Forklift! Ya won't be the least bit sorry you did!

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Another thought...

11-13-1999 18:23:13




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 Re: Re: 8N Manual hoist info or plans needed in reply to truck...... does your 3 point still operate?, 11-13-1999 18:21:45  
How about welding up a hoist for your welding truck instead? Now there you will have plenty of counterweight!



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Bud

11-14-1999 05:02:13




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 Re: Re: Re: 8N Manual hoist info or plans needed in reply to Another thought..., 11-13-1999 18:23:13  
I do not have a welding truck. My welding rig is mounted on a special-built trailer, and my truck is too new to have a big ole ugly hoist attached. :)

I just mainly wanted to build the hoist for use around the shop lifting things and moving things around. A forklift would be nice, but my budget is tapped into other equipment at the moment. I already have an A-frame for lifting and I thought it would be better if I had a lift that I could drive around.

Thanks for the input so far!
Bud

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Tom (CA)

11-15-1999 22:01:48




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 Re: Re: Re: Re: 8N Manual hoist info or plans needed in reply to Bud, 11-14-1999 05:02:13  
My local farm equip store sells them for $80 new. If your are interested in looking at an orginal (I think) Ron Weber has shows one on his web site. I'd have to look up his address. If your interested email me. I'll gladly send you the web address.



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