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I don't have an overhead crane or anything around the house. I don't even have a shop. Just a two car garage and I'm limited on space. I do like to build smokers and other small projects and in the past I've been limited on what I could work on at home. I came up with the idea to build this crane for it's occasional use and because i enjoy designing and fabbing small projects. The tubing is made out of 2x2x1/4" tubing. This is what I finished up today. I still have several things to do to it but I ran out of time. I'm going to put a small outrigger on it that will be adjustable and lock in place with a pin. I've also got to add the flat strap over the top to keep it from flexing. Probably doesn't need it but I'll put it on there anyways.It's more of a hobby than a need. Didn't have anything else to work on and the metal was free. Only investment I have is the 8 ton jack.
Reply:What kind of outriggers will you use?
Reply:You'll want the strap on top.There are no problems. There are only solutions. It's your duty to determine the right one.Hobart Handler 210Airco 225 Amp MSM Stinger
Reply:Originally Posted by a1998z3What kind of outriggers will you use?
Reply:I see problems.....You cant lower your tailgate and use the crane to lift something into the back of your truck. The crane wont rotate.....
Reply:Originally Posted by hartcreekI see problems.....You cant lower your tailgate and use the crane to lift something into the back of your truck. The crane wont rotate.....
Reply:You'll need to carry a lawn chair with you, that way you won't have to sit on the ground while you supervise and direct its use! Looks like it could be a useful project.Powcon 400SM2-PD60 wire feedersMiller XR controlAlumapro push/pull gunSpeedglas 9100xBFH
Reply:Hi, I think you could also attach a jockey wheel that winds down for when you lift a load to prevent the tail from sagging down.The wheel will also allow you to move the load with the crane attached to the truck.Ian.
Reply:I think that you will be wishing that you had built in a pivot so that you can use it to load your truck.
Reply:Originally Posted by hartcreekI think that you will be wishing that you had built in a pivot so that you can use it to load your truck.
Reply:Originally Posted by puddytatHi, I think you could also attach a jockey wheel that winds down for when you lift a load to prevent the tail from sagging down.The wheel will also allow you to move the load with the crane attached to the truck.Ian.
Reply:Cool idea and nice clean design. My prediction is that you should expect to see a rash of these and variations on the theme being built here. Look for mine! When a welder tells you to "stick it", what do they really mean?"In a time of universal deceit, telling the truth is a revolutionary act." - George Orwell
Reply:This is the little crane that I use around the house. Attached ImagesBruce DeLaetHeavy Equipment Mechanic and Welder1948 SA-200 short hood1949 LincWelder 1801963 SA-200 red faceMiller S-32-P
Reply:Testing it out with a 320 lb tank. Drove it around the driveway to see how well the wheels worked. So far so good. Only a few things left to do. Attached Images
Reply:Super job, Does exactly what its meant to do
Reply:Small addon idea (sorry for crappy pic, it's dark and cold here)Basically 2 short tube pieces, one fits inside the other. Drill 1 hole every 90 degrees. Toss in a pin. You can rotate the wheels to horizontal so you can drive away. The pic is of my leveler/stand at the tongue of my trailer. Love your project tho, might need to duplicate it
Reply:Originally Posted by teknicsSmall addon idea (sorry for crappy pic, it's dark and cold here)Basically 2 short tube pieces, one fits inside the other. Drill 1 hole every 90 degrees. Toss in a pin. You can rotate the wheels to horizontal so you can drive away.
Reply:Originally Posted by StainlessThanks for the reply. You can't really tell in the pic but it does rotate. It has a spring loaded pin on it that locks it in place. |
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发表于 2021-8-31 23:11:48