Engine Hoist Recommendations

[oilslick]

I got a goodyear off craigslist for 50 bucks not working ,guys kid unscrewed the valve out and lost the check ball a 99cent repair and I have a good hoist that puts harbours to shame

 

[bmwpower]

Hey Bmwpower,

Did you ever get an explanation on how to work that Osberg leveler? Sorry if this is a dumb question but, can you adjust the angle under load? It seems like the load will slip as soon as you release that manual ratchet.

Sorry, man, no I didn't. Dealing with my HF leveler for now.

 

[Kojak]

10-4. I think I'm gonna go the HF route too. Thank you.

 

[brownbagg]

I found out the reason , pinning the legs was so hard. I had the wheels on it backwards

 

[ludakris04]

I have the HF 2 1/2 ton that folds. I looked around for the one with the highest lift and this was it. I have used it for lifting truck cabs and engines. I agree that it isnt the fastest thing and not the easiest to manuever, but it was under $200 on sale and works as well as I need it to. The folding is great just to get it out of the way when not in use.

 

[MKIII is KING]

i got my HF hoist 4 years ago for $125.
more then 2 dozen jobs later it still works great.

 

[89GLH]

Got mine from Tractor Supply, 2 ton for about $100. Works great.

 

[Interex]

Northern Tool hoist here and it works GREAT! Unloaded my HF toolbox this weekend with it and was really pleased with the lift height.