Thank you so much for posting this. I was just under my Ford trying to figure out how to make this work and your video was spot on. I will only be lifting 125-300 pounds so this set up should work for me as well.
@phineasj.whoopee33015 жыл бұрын
I did the same thing, but used a piece of 6 in. steel channel (because I had it already). Makes it really solid, no give when I picked up a 700 lb. saw.
@katiebryan70328 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the inspiration and sharing, your ingenuity of custom fabrication was appreciated. The location possibilities are endless, agreed you need to bolt it better/modify it. I found lift height can be improved. The failure points on my harbor freight crane was the hand crank winch and at the posts on the taller, gray model. My solution was to sleeve the tall post with an outer pipe of stronger gauge metal. It was my fault, i release the bottle jack way too quick. The weakest part of this lift system is the hand-crank- user beware, I am now Installing a power winch. Should help both failures. $160, taller gray model mounted to 2 of the bed frame rails by the drivers side cab. 13 gmc 2500Then added $120 in an 18" pipe extension and aluminum plate that has a hole cut out to support the post higher up..
@stlpro2a3865 ай бұрын
Your bed liner introduces instability into the mix. The taller crane version would extend above the bed walls. One might fab an anchor from the bed stake pockets to a collar around the crane post (below the rotating top tube) to fix the crane horizontally at the height of the bed wall. That eliminates much of the rotation moment on the original bolts through the bed.
@Dasquadwith63 жыл бұрын
Awesome that you got that to work. Looks like you use your resources well. Thanks for sharing with us.
@acolyteturner8 жыл бұрын
Hey Sam, I landed on your video by accident. Just one thing, don't be ashamed or feel the need to hide your leg issue from the world, it makes you no less of a man. Perhaps you would inspire an even larger group of people who think that because they have a disability they can't still do stuff! Cheers Tom
@JunkworksGarage8 жыл бұрын
thanks Tom i appreciate the comment it is tough sometimes to realize working through the weakness is a strength
@naomi-g6 жыл бұрын
damn right
@dannyboy92546 жыл бұрын
That was a fucken dumb comment to say tom. Your more disable from your brain for bringing this comment.
@josephsamsor16985 жыл бұрын
dannyboy9254 you realize it was a positive comment?
@franciscovaladez45373 жыл бұрын
I can tell you for sure I do all my work from my waist up my legs are no use for working have to use a wheelchair or walker but I can still pull engine or transmission in or out might take awhile put if can do my last one when I turn 70 I'll hang up my wrenches
@MultiChaga7 жыл бұрын
Hey Sam, I noticed you dont have a tailgate anti-thief protection device. Put a hose clamp around the right side hinge to prevent some take it away....
@JunkworksGarage7 жыл бұрын
appreciate the advise thanks
@charlesreid9337 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video man. I got one 9 years after you and am trying to figure out how to make it sturdy on trucks that are basically just sheet metal
@whtcuda5 жыл бұрын
Looking forward to install , 150-175 # generator , at 70 , I need all the help I can get . Turn loading , into a one man operation . Thanks for the info 👍 ...
@folsomtransport Жыл бұрын
Appreciate the video from 9 years ago lol but same issue, everything I buy for my dodge never fits the way it should. Wanted this to get boulders I can’t lift. Or get them out of my truck after buying them.
@Wheelman19664 жыл бұрын
Great video, good job finding solutions to everyday issues. I too am in a wheelchair. I'm fully confined though. I have a wheelchair crane in the back of my truck and can't live without the independence that it brings. I noticed the issue that you had with the jack... Have you ever considered a Linear Actuator for the lifting and lowering? It would need to be hard wired into your trucks electrical system, but it would make your life a lot easier..
@JunkworksGarage4 жыл бұрын
good idea
@elibooks7660 Жыл бұрын
You didn't show us how/where to screw the metal plates. but that'll work for many uses. also, a taller one would be even better. Thanks for sharing my brother 🙏
@rob_mccormack5 жыл бұрын
EXCELLENT! Thanks for the nice video, I ordered one today from princess auto in Canada C$89 on sale.
@josephcoonrod46633 жыл бұрын
Exactly what I’m gonna use it for. Lifting my electric wheelchair. Thanks for posting the video
@JunkworksGarage3 жыл бұрын
mine is still working good after several years 👍
@zonianinexile3 жыл бұрын
Shows you that the designer of the crane cut corners, appealing to unaware customers imaginations and not adding an extra plate to the “tiny” base that is guaranteed to not work unless mounted in concrete..
@johnpyle80275 жыл бұрын
The metal you used is more that thick enough! I use a Invacare chair that is heavier than yours and I have a Bruno lift in the bed that lifts and swings the chair around to my door and nothing about it Is close to as heavy as the HF hoist plus it is electric. Mine is rated at 500lbs you're good!
@zamfam20108 ай бұрын
lol… thank you for the video though. It is helpful…
@coburnlowman5 жыл бұрын
H-Freight useta have a Reese receiver lift gate thingy. It was something I thought about getting but seriously when they sold that product I was a true Hoss. I could lift most engines or transmissions into a truck and didn't think I needed a lift gate. Several back surgeries later and a dead mans knee joint from my last motorcycle wreck and I'm using any mechanical help I can get. Do you or anyone else reading have any knowledge of that lift they use to sell? Like you I still build things but my mobility , strength has left me.
@JunkworksGarage5 жыл бұрын
i looked and couldn't find it either but there was a larin 12v hitch lift that i saw you might check out
@raysult3 жыл бұрын
Great video ! This is a big help. I'm getting ready to put this HF hoist in my F150 next week. Thank you ! ,👍👍
@JunkworksGarage3 жыл бұрын
👍
@geoffreyward34737 жыл бұрын
make a small t-handle out of pipe to release the pressure, two small notches to slide over the two pins at the end of the pipe tool,tie it to the hydraulic cylinder ,so its always there.
@JunkworksGarage7 жыл бұрын
good idea thanks
@Robocoppat8 жыл бұрын
as long you are putting that piece of plate between the mount and the bed floor you should be fine. if done correctly you'll distribute the weight evenly and the sob will be fine. I'd upgrade all your nuts and bolts to at least a Grade 5. I wouldn't trust those china bolts. just my 2 cents. good job Sam.
@JunkworksGarage8 жыл бұрын
+patrick mcglone yep i did upgrade the nuts and bolts and its bean working like a charm i've had no problems at all thanks for watching
@allenslansky7 жыл бұрын
Just a thought, but if you mounted it on the left side of the truck, the handle would have been accessible. Or, reverse the cylinder, if possible, in the current arrangement.
@JunkworksGarage7 жыл бұрын
ya i have since figured out that i need to turn it toward me before it has weight and i cut down the handle which helps too. thanks for the comment and for watching
@warrenpeas5 жыл бұрын
cheaper than a utility trailer. wonder if it would work for lifting a riding mower ?
@JunkworksGarage5 жыл бұрын
i think it would if you can find a good mounting point on your truck
@ToddMcF20023 жыл бұрын
great video THANK YOU for posting!!!
@JunkworksGarage3 жыл бұрын
👍
@josp3160 Жыл бұрын
They did not mean to attach it to the truck frame it’s supposed to be attached to the frame on the box box frame underneath.
@cocinaycocteleriaconjunjun782311 ай бұрын
Good video. I have a question. Where do you get the cap or plug for the jack bottle? Thack you.
@JunkworksGarage11 ай бұрын
mine came with it so i'm not sure
@cocinaycocteleriaconjunjun782311 ай бұрын
@@JunkworksGarage Mine too, but it's worn out and I have to replace it and it doesn't have plugs. Amazon has it but they look a little weird Hahaha. Thank you
@TheGio9089 жыл бұрын
Glade you found a way to get the job done
@JunkworksGarage9 жыл бұрын
thanks it works great i can even put my wheel chair in with my trailer hooked to my truck
@savagenomore9 жыл бұрын
these things work great once they are securely mounted like you did, i had the same issues, I can swivel my jack, don't know if yours will or not since I have the older orange model..
@JunkworksGarage9 жыл бұрын
ya mine workers great now. its one of those things that if i new how much i would have used it i would have bought it a long time ago .my dad went and got one too and he loves it. it swivels too thanks for waching
@hubertrobinson88254 жыл бұрын
Ain't nothing wrong with most harbor freight tools I've using them for about 15yrs with very little complains you can't find any U.S. made tools anyway everything we use is made in China got no choice
@justindampier90175 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video! Like to get one for my GMC. Those harbor freight grinders ain't half bad.
@davidlesley1328 Жыл бұрын
Well done video, thanks
@JunkworksGarage Жыл бұрын
👍
@franciscovaladez45373 жыл бұрын
True and those that buy them pay alot something yes something not depends on your job
@KEOHO19654 жыл бұрын
Can I ask, what is the square tubing diameter? On the 1000 lb. side. 2” or 2 1/2”?
@MG-ok6nu6 жыл бұрын
Great video!! Thank you, super helpful!!
@JunkworksGarage6 жыл бұрын
thanks mine is working good but i would defiantly go with a thicker plate mine is bending some
@michaelhorsford4037 ай бұрын
Tgats what the angle iron is for I'm goin through it but the bigger crane
@JunkworksGarage7 ай бұрын
it's supposed to go on the bottom to spread the load so the bolts don't pull thru
@TheAbear3606 жыл бұрын
mount to the other side of the truck bed...
@JunkworksGarage6 жыл бұрын
never thought of that but i would wager that it's the same
@ro8v286 жыл бұрын
Good Job. Peace my friend.
@rustylowe45752 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@JunkworksGarage2 жыл бұрын
👍
@Viking_6_3 Жыл бұрын
Im gonna need something to use with a bed cap.
@imdavidnumber43 жыл бұрын
I think it needs to go on the left side to be able to operate
@JunkworksGarage3 жыл бұрын
nope it works fine i just needed to turn the ram before i put weight on it and i can pump from a better position
@outdoorzone3 жыл бұрын
I would adapt that to work with the hitch instead!!
@JunkworksGarage3 жыл бұрын
except i use it to get my chair in and out while pulling my trailer
@outdoorzone3 жыл бұрын
@@JunkworksGarage oh ok!
@TheGio9089 жыл бұрын
Awesome sam
@KEOHO19654 жыл бұрын
I am looking for parts to a H.F. Truck crane, would you have any?
@JunkworksGarage4 жыл бұрын
nope sorry
@KEOHO19654 жыл бұрын
I am from Hawaii... so there is no H.F. Here.... some guy stopped me and offered me a ridiculous amount to buy it off my truck,,, right there..... I figured I could build my own, knowing what I needed... but the top vertical piece would be something I might find. From a former H.F. Crane owner might have. Cause I know if you put enough weight on it, the boom fails. Thx for the reply.
@bobbybrown60274 жыл бұрын
Hooks the jack up backwards calls it a flaw?????
@JunkworksGarage4 жыл бұрын
thanks for the call out it's been so long i didn't even remember that. and i don't think i've had a problem with that since i will have to an update on that
@johnbarrett52293 жыл бұрын
We never saw you use the crane dorko!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
@JunkworksGarage3 жыл бұрын
i was still new at editing and probably cut it on accident. i do show it pivoting in the end but i plan on rebuilding this set up and making it better but its still working good
@mooaaron5 жыл бұрын
I need one of those
@mtower2353 жыл бұрын
Thx this helps
@JunkworksGarage3 жыл бұрын
👍
@mtower2353 жыл бұрын
Picked it up today and got 1/4 plate from Lowe’s
@dwaynebaines31082 жыл бұрын
didn't show us how it worked
@JunkworksGarage2 жыл бұрын
you are correct i'm not sure i think it may have been corrupted but i can say i've been using it for years and it works great
@mexass16 жыл бұрын
I actually burned one up citing a 1/8 a good foot
@JunkworksGarage6 жыл бұрын
so far so good for me
@ahgoor91649 жыл бұрын
very badly done !!!
@ProjecthuntanFish6 жыл бұрын
@ ah goor: shut up!
@plainwornout39644 жыл бұрын
Why? I thought it was spot on.
@peterv5610 жыл бұрын
You have CRPS.
@JunkworksGarage10 жыл бұрын
yep it sucks but life goes on
@peterv5610 жыл бұрын
Yes, 21 years of non stop pain. But I try to carry on and maintain a good attitude for my family.
@JunkworksGarage10 жыл бұрын
i totally understand ime going on 5 years but my family friends and religion keep me going .