HOW TO INSTALL AN ELECTRIC GARAGE HOIST LIFT // MUST HAVE FOR LIFTING!!

This video shows how I install an electric garage lift hoist rated at 880lbs in my garage attic. I made sure to go above and beyond what's needed for added assurance of it being secure. I've owned this lift for several years but never installed it until today, which is very exciting! The only other thing I'll be doing to this lift is adding a longer wire to the remote end.
NOTE: Make sure to follow the manufacturers instructions when attempting your own installation of an electric hoist.
LINKS TO TOOLS OR ITEMS USED IN THIS VIDEO::
MILWAUKEE M18 METAL CUTTING CIRCULAR SAW: homedepot.sjv.io/4eJaX3
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36" AXLE STRAPS w/ 3,333 lb RATING: homedepot.sjv.io/VyZO1j
ELECTRIC HOIST w/ REMOTE CONTROL 440/880lb: homedepot.sjv.io/Ea904D
QUESTION OF THE DAY: Have you ever needed a hoist lift in your garage or shop? What would you primarily use it for? Is an 880 lbs lift big enough for your needs?
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CHAPTERS:
00:00 Introduction
00:40 Tools Used For This Project
01:14 Milwaukee Packout Radio Demonstration
02:34 Milwaukee 8-1/4" Metal Cutting Circular Saw
02:54 How To Install An Electric Hoist in Garage
05:45 Milwaukee M12 Surge Impact Demonstration
07:09 Fastening the Electric Hoist Winch to Attic Trusses
08:17 Testing Crane Scale on Heavy Welder
08:31 Lifting Zero Turn Mower with Electric Winch Lift
10:19 Final Thoughts on Electric Lift Installation
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[@MarkThomasBuilder]

QUESTION OF THE DAY: Have you ever needed a hoist lift in your garage or shop? What would you primarily use it for? Is an 880 lbs lift big enough for your needs?

[@reckeyspinhouse162]

Yes

[@SleepingGaint]

Why didn’t you show what you used to Secure the steel tubing to the 2x6? Thats what I tuned in for.

[@johnpyle8027]

I have a 2 ton hoist like that to raise and lower an elevator I built in my house. Mone is a steel frame that a larger diameter slides over with a platform on it. I use a wheelchair and it gets me upstairs with ease. I have an out building/pole barn with a truss system and I need to lift things in and out of the truck and lift equipment to work on it. Thia gives me the courage to attach it to the wooden trusses at the peak. I may skin two trusses with half inch plywood making them incredibly strong and lay that square tubing on top of the trussed instead of relying on screws. I've had this idea for a while and needed it for a few years and you gave me the confidence that I wont die or break a truss! lol

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Glad to help. I just went overkill on the fasteners, tube steel, and extra lumber. I'm glad I installed this. I should've done it years ago.

[@alfredemerson1139]

Great video, cool set of tools. I like your stow and go box.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Thanks, it really helps keep me organized and saves time looking for tools.

[@DixieNormous1]

I have the same lift ,I use it to pull the engine and transmission out of my race car, Works flawless

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

That's awesome to hear, thanks! I'm looking forward to many years of service with this hoist.

[@Carl-vx9ws]

I like your video but would have liked to have seen how the cable exited the attic and into the garage. I’ve considered a similar setup (with about half of the weight) in my garage.

[@reckeyspinhouse162]

I have it in my shop it works great 👍

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Good to hear!👍

[@hoists1829]

AWESOME VIDEO , I recently find some wireless electric hoist .

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Cool, thanks

[@DapurDIY21]

Good jobs

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Thanks, man💯👊

[@tomprovan50]

Hi just some thoughts use an angle finder on the bosh laser measuring device to set blade. use the extra hand stick to hold up board so you dont need any help, also I bought the hoist that has the remote so no cord to extend, And I used just a regular saw with a metal blade to cut unistrut. I just take ramps to the site to drive the generator down..just some thoughts I like your videos this may sound a little critical but I have done all of the above , Also I have a battery powered winch that can be hooked to the truck box to lower things .

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Thanks for the advice. I ended up buying some extra cord and extended the remote. It works well if I want to use it from the garage floor.

[@boondockoutdoors623]

Hey Mark, using your method of installation what would you say is the heaviest load you would comfortably lift? I am about to install the exact same winch in my shed, appreciate your awesome video!

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

I lifted a 780lb aluminum trailer with it. I probably wouldn't push it any further than that.

[@boondockoutdoors623]

@@MarkThomasBuilder that’s more than I need, I appreciate the quick response sir!

[@davemeiser521]

Need to find a way to have a lift for my second story barn workshop, getting too old for lifting items up and down stairs using an appliance dolly

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Work smarter, not harder right? I'm currently working on extending the cord to the remote. I'm really liking this so far and can't wait to start using it.

[@georgedavall9449]

Wow Mark, looked like a Milwaukee Promo going on! 🤔😳🙄😃😂 Nice job and great attention to detail, but it begs perhaps a dumb question: why not run your lift from the ceiling, versus all the way up to the roof ties? I get it, but would it have been easier to reinforce the ceiling, and mounted it there? I’m guessing it would not have been as structurally sound? Nice job nonetheless! Best to you. 👍👍👍😁✌🏻🇺🇸

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Good question, George. When I'm walking on the attic ceiling, I can feel the slight bounce from the truss and would rather not stress that area too much. I feel that the apex of the truss is able to handle the most weight. It's not as convenient there, but gives me the most confidence if I ever have to lift 800lbs. I realize I went a little heavy showing the Milwaukee Tools used for this project, lol I'm invested in their battery platform and also am a big fan. 😀👍

[@davidgood1072]

Thanks for the video! What is the pull-out strength of the lag bolt to used? I'm wondering how many I need to put into my ceiling joists to hold up 1,000 lbs for an indefinite period of time to store equipment. Thanks!

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

That's a good question. I just went overkill on the fasteners. I believe a single U-bolt can hold over 4,000 lbs.

[@davidgood1072]

Thanks! Sorry I wasn't clear. Do you know how much weight your bolts can hold before they get pulled out of the wood, not when the metal itself fails, unless it really is 4,000 lbs. I'm trying to determine how many bolts I need to put in the joists to hold up a thousand pounds.

[@bachfan7537]

@@davidgood1072 - crickets - Uh oh . . looks like you only get ONE question! lol

[@corbychapin]

great vid. Question - did you ever extend the control cord? I just picked a similar unit up and the cord is a useless 5 feet. I scratch my head trying to understand how that's of any use to anyone using a hoist for lifting more than a couple feet

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Yes I did extend it with some cord I bough from Home Depot. I use it more often now.

[@Allaahesuno]

That table saw looks like its struggling on that softwood. 🤔

[@llllll-ux2lz]

I wasn’t able to cut the angle in the 2x6 but doesn’t look too bad for not fitting like a glove

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

That's good! 😎👍

[@bradleykornele]

Do you have video for extending remote cable?

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

No, sorry I don't. I did some google searches to figure it out. I'm glad I have it extended. It was worth doing.

[@taysauveur9099]

Can I use the hoist to lift 320 lbs chandelier and have it “park” there at 10 feet above ground. Any recommendations? Thanks

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

That's a good question. It seems like it's capable of parking with that weight, but I'd try and get an answer from the manufacturer. If it were me, I'm consider a second cable to support the weight of the chandelier in case of the winch failing.

[@steve_main]

Do you think you could install this on the wall and have it go up to a pully on the roof then down to the ground?

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

I could envision something like that working.

[@richardmatthys7133]

Did not see a listing for the digital weight scale. Where do you get it?

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

It's a great scale. Here's the link.... amzn.to/3uK8SlU

[@konamanstudio2447]

Yes I like to see what's in your pack out 👍🏻🍻🍺🍕

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Awesome, I'll add it to my list.👊🍻😀

[@restoringhope9022]

What happens when the power’s out and you need the generator? Maybe you could run it on the way down :)

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Haha, great idea!

[@reckeyspinhouse162]

Where did u get the table saw pusher?

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

The push stick comes with the Milwaukee M18 Table Saw. It stores on the right side of the fence.

[@reckeyspinhouse162]

O ok

[@shankarmohan]

I have a 440lb to pickup 2 bicycles

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

That's a cool idea. I should give that a try.

[@paulstanecki2242]

Recommend you don’t use screws in shear they are surprising low in shear use nails. Build codes for decks, Thompson brace all have same warnings.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Thanks for the advice, Paul. I went overkill on everything and don't plan on lifting much over 350lbs.

[@llllll-ux2lz]

At 5:57 , does anyone know what bit attachment he is using for his impact driver?

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Here's a link to the Makita bit accessory. homedepot.sjv.io/NKAeWq

[@llllll-ux2lz]

@@MarkThomasBuilder thank you SO much!! Doing the same project as your video..

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

That's cool! I find mine very handy and glad I installed it. I don't lift anything too heavy. Just the awkward items that I don't want to transport on the ladder.

[@arnilazarev1771]

👍👍👍 🤝🤝

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

😀👍💯

[@bloop6812]

Didn't show how you mounted the winch to the steel tubing!

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

I used U-shaped unistrut brackets and bolted them into the 2x.

[@SleepingGaint]

@@MarkThomasBuilder Where did you buy those?

[@bpeterson81]

This Milwaukee product review is sponsored by: a garage hoist.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

Haha, it was so hot that day, I think I changed my shirt 4 times for the video.

[@charlesbliss8282]

so i guess i can't build useing dewalt tools

[@joetri1970]

I seen all the tools and thought you had to build the garage but then realized it was just made way to overly complicated .

[@michaellizee4421]

My Friend, I know you mean well and I don't want to be disrespectful but this has to be the most irresponsible video I have ever seen!!! If I understand this correctly, your recommending that people attach to engineered trusses that are designed to carry a snow load, not an 800lb point load. attaching the 2X6 to the trusses with wood screws and than the 2" tubing to the 2X6 with wood screws makes the hoist as strong as the screws. Trusses are engineered to carry only the load they are used for. these trusses are designed to carry a garage roof load and not an additional 800 lbs. I'm sure the Milwaukee tool company would not want to be associated with this. THIS IS NOT A SAFE INSTALL,.I WOULD NOT RECOMEND THIS BE INSTALLED without consulting a structural engineer. Again, I mean no Disrespect.

[@MarkThomasBuilder]

I appreciate your feedback and concerns. I know the lift is rated for 800lbs, but I don't ever use it for that. I mostly use it with my crane scale for tools that I review in my video that are approximately 50lbs and less. I also store a few things in my attic and it's safer using this compared to carrying those awkward items on a ladder. Thanks for sharing and yes, good advice to consult with a structural engineer first, especially if you're trying to lift some heavy items.

[@fixit4182]

Right from the start this video sucked. Talking about other crap and not the topic. Get to the point next time and quit talking about Tupperware