Peter Schauss wrote:
>
> I am thinking about using a 1 ton chain hoist to pull the engine on
> my Healey (about 600 # without the gearbox ). If I run an eye bolt
> through the ceiling and spread the weight over several joists, will they
> hold the weight safely? If so, how many joists and what size eye bolt?
>
> I have a two car garage (about 22' x 22').
>
> Thanks,
> Peter Schauss, Long Island, NY
> 1963 BJ7
> 1980 MGB
I'm about ready to do the same thing (my garage is about 24x24), but I'm
thinking of propping up the joist with a couple of 4x4s or 2x6s, one on
either side of the car. Might make two A-frames of 2x4s instead, again
with one one either side. If I'm about to bring the garage down around
me, PLEASE let me know!! Thanks.
Michael Ferguson
Vernon, CT
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