Screw Hoist ~ RESTORATION ~ All Mechanical Chain Hoist ~ Back in Service!

I found this OLD Wright Screw Hoist just sitting on the ground at an abandoned farm. It looked AWESOME & was begging me to take it back to the shop, so I took a chance on it! It was all seized up, and I wasn't sure if it was broken or not, but figured I could bring it back to life either way!!!
A screw hoist is a type of chain fall, and is used to lift or lower heavy things vertically up or down as the need arises!
I'm glad I took the chance on this Wright Model 45, because it turned out to be a VERY nice hoist! It's rated to lift up to 2 Tons or 4000 lbs!
I'm excited to put it back to work here at Salvage Workshop! I've got plenty of heavy things that need moving, so expect to see it in MANY future videos as time goes on!
Watch as I fully disassemble it, completely clean it, give is a BEAUTIFUL paint job, put it back together, and then put it to the test on one of my new Anvils!
I really have NO idea how old it it, but now it's ready for another 100 years of work! (or however old it is)
I truly appreciate that you've taken the time to watch as I bring this Old Wright Screw Hoist back into usable condition here at Salvage Workshop!!
I'd love to know your thoughts on this project!
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[@Dwendele]

I'm commenting from the future and I must say, it's MUCH more enjoyable to hear your explanations of what you're doing!

[@gayle4804]

The best part of this video is it still works and very functional

[@thomasklugh4345]

That moment... It's almost open, it's almost open, almost... it's opening, it's, it's, it's a giant gear! And just look at the size of that hook! Ladies and gentlemen! And the crowd goes wild (or, at least I did)! Man, I love this stuff!

[@markharrisllb]

Does it not blow your mind that this things were first made in possibly the 19th century and some parts haven’t been since then? The hours upon hours they were used as a major part of an industry that would be unrecognisable today. I know you always respect the history and craftsmen that used the tools you restore, it must be a real privilege at times. Due to my disabilities I can’t lift anything heavy at all and can only do small projects. That doesn’t stop me enjoying watching what you do. My late father used to say you can learn a lot about how a man treats his animals, you always make a point of giving attention to the quieter one at the back.

[@abokaram9701]

Dismantling this and fixing it again is a great task, not easy to do this..good job brother

[@louisaziz1235]

Beautiful restoration. Suggestion... Build your gantry in your shop and have it extend eight feet outside of the shop doors. Then you can lift your ''projects'' out of the vehicle and into your work area without any strain. Really like what you do. More please.

[@shedmanx3640]

One thing I’ve learned in my 60+ years on this planet is that you can always trust someone that are loved by animals and respect someone who is talented. You have my trust and respect. You are a craftsman mate. That “block and tackle” as we call it in Australia looks better than new. You have the same love for old tools as I do. Thanks for bringing that to us. 🇦🇺👍

[@SalvageWorkshop]

I truly appreciate that my friend! I've never really considered myself a craftsman, but I appreciate the compliment! Lots more to come!

[@RetiredRhetoricalWarhorse]

Why would you respect someone who is talented? Talent implies that a skill came to them easily. What's there to respect? Now if someone worked hard to acquire that skill, on the other hand...

[@CorkyMcButterpants]

@@RetiredRhetoricalWarhorse You seem to be picking some kind of grammatical fight where there is none. *Shed Man* was simply complimenting him on his well placed application of said talent/abilities. Now kindly stop trying to be such a smartarse and read the room; or go piss on someone else's chips. 🤷‍♂️

[@geofflewis4815]

I totally agree Shed Man he has taught himself a whole load of skills and he admits to that. I am a 74 year old Joiner and I respect his ability, enough said, 👍👍 Geoff Lewis, Wales, UK, 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@beachcouple1741]

Another therapeutic restoration, I really enjoyed it. For those of us who enjoy fixing their own things these videos are so enjoyable.

[@robertschmidt6383]

I love seeing things restored to new condition. What was old is now new again.

[@rickgoggins6517]

I'm a 20 yr. crane guy. Nice job. These 4 degree cut worm gear drives are amazing. Last forever if loved. Keep up the good work.

[@snoroof58]

Your restorations belong in museums in my opinion. Something for future generations to draw upon when the time comes where they need to re-learn what we have forgotten through ignorance. Wonderful job and I agree that these old things have a beauty that can't be described, they must be seen working in their original states. Outstanding work!

[@mealex303]

That will last another 100 years now 😊👍

[@clydebalcom8252]

That's at least a century old. It's a beautiful example of what a mechanical hoist is really worth.

[@jakebendel5238]

i totally enjoy your videos. we are getting to a rare bread of people who restore instead of buy new. shade tree mechanics are a dieing bread. keep up the good work.

[@GregAlanEdwardsEmmanuelRidge]

And now you have a piece that could hang in any manufacturing museum in the country to use in your shop...amazing!! Another top job!!

[@SalvageWorkshop]

Thank you Greg! I appreciate it!

[@jmccracken491]

Very well done and looks awesome. The color is an attention getter for sure.

[@harveystrauss6166]

I can not tell you how much I enjoy your video's, I think they are great.

[@zb2071]

My goodness that turned out marvelous.

[@davidrobinson7667]

Awesome attention to detail and determination.

[@jrogertrudel6356]

Sure nice to see how you take the time to take apart these good old tools, you clean them very well, put them back together, and to repaint them as well. Not to many of us of us modern pilgrims would have the patience you seem to have. Always enjoy your videos.

[@bazz4697]

Wow absolutely fantastic restore job on the hoist 😁👍

[@aceallenk]

Beautiful, an absolute GEM. Better than any electric !!! If you need to raise something 1/64th of an inch, no problem. plus this works 24-7. even when the power's out. Great job, great hoist.

[@SalvageWorkshop]

I agree! Nicer to look at as well!

[@seaknightvirchow8131]

Sad to be reminded of how much manufacturing we lost to other countries. I really enjoy seeing these ordinary tools come back to life.

[@geofflewis4815]

I totally agree G. Benson, it the same in the UK, the amount of factories, engineering workshops that have been sent abroad, Far East, India, China. Well know products are now imported back to us at well below the quality that we once made ourselves. eg, British Record ( tools of all types ) are now made abroad, and not a patch on the originals. Geoff Lewis, Wales, UK, 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@oreganozane8925]

i love to see these old tools brought back to life

[@olivertaylor8788]

Good job,,,I did a couple of them.Cant beat the old good stuff.I loved working on this old stuff,cant beat the quality.

[@shrebus]

Your videos are so freeking cool!!! SUPER great job!

[@not2fast4u2c]

That is a NICE Old Big Chain Hoist

[@user-sl3il5sz2s]

For small parts and chains, it is certainly better to use a rust remover, but it is rational to clean the case and large parts with electrolysis, this is not a complicated technology. After rust removal, it is useful to treat with a phosphating compound to create a protective coating against corrosion. This thing is a magnificent legacy of the industrial era. And you perfectly restored it. My respect.

[@joconnor3567]

Never realized a hoist had so many parts. As usual, a terrific job.

[@SalvageWorkshop]

I think that about almost EVERY project! Thanks for watching & commenting! I truly appreciate it!

[@fynbo1007]

Very beautiful restoration, love it. Thank you for sharing your amazing story. God bless you and your family

[@greghomestead8366]

I lift heavy items with my small kubota with a loader bucket. If it's too heavy I call my neighbor the farmer who has a tractor that can lift my tractor. 😁🚜 Nice job on this project

[@johncatt1867]

Sir, you did a excellent job on this restoration, thank you very much for sharing this with us. Also, great music selection for the re-assembly.

[@space-pop3527]

I have started to develop a workshop (small) but am restoring my dads tools which I allowed to get wet and rusty since he passed. I think he would appreciate what I am doing and I know I enjoy it. Thanks for the inspiration and knowledge.

[@SalvageWorkshop]

That is awesome! There's NEVER a bad place to start! If you're having fun, just keep at it! Don't ever tell yourself you "can't" do, fix, or build anything, just give it a shot and go from there! Plus the internet is an amazing research tool these day!

[@nena4215]

Wow, I was surprised that gear was solid brass, so many nice metals in and on there. I have to say that your colors are always spot on and how you mix metal with paint, beautiful, better than new. It is always so interesting seeing how well the projects were manufactured and can be restored to original or better. Again, perfect job Matt, thanks for all the hard work, much appreciated!!! Nena

[@lloydr.6271]

Well, I have hopefully swapped a cast iron roof light for a screw hoist (sight unseen) with a neighbour. We're building a hay loft in the Dutch barn and the hoist will provide the lift for the small square bales upto the loft floor. It will actually be a gift for my wife who is also our shepherd. Found out the hoist was available this afternoon and found your video this evening. I think it's called Serendipidy. Many thanks.

[@mattson6996]

Great job again...and that's ALOT of doggies!

[@krisgee1154]

I was surprised to see no sand blasting! Surely that would aid some of the big jobs?

[@brianschmidt1564]

I enjoy watching your videos and appreciate your drive to recover old stuff. Something I notice is that when you are taking off 4 sided (square) nuts and bolts you almost automatically reach for your crescent wrench. You probably already know this but I happen prefer a good 12 point socket with a ratchet, or box end wrench, over a crescent wrench. less chance of slippage and ripping the corners off the nut or bolt or worse yet, putting a gouge into the jaw of the crescent wrench. The simple math is s hex nut/bot fits into a 12 point 2 ways (12/6=2). a square nut/bolt fits into a 12 point 3 ways (12/4=3). It isn't a 100% true fit, but it does distribute load over all the 4 corners of the nut/bolt; whereas a crescent wrench only applies pressure to 2 points. This is especially important when your dealing with old rusted up stuff.

[@davemasters1039]

I was a body man for 40 + yrs. , loved doing this also. To save sometime get a sandblaster. Very nice restoration. :)

[@sarkisiangeorge]

Like so many others here, I admire this young man and others like him who restore old tools, tractors, implements, etc. I am always curious how these people make a living outside of their passion for restoration. Do they make enough money by selling these restored items? Do they own another kind of business? Where do they get their income from?

[@hectorquinones4824]

Dont have words. U are amazing. Looooove ur work. Keep it up dude. Yes SIRRRRRRRRRRRRR

[@davidschwartz5127]

My father had the very same hoist hanging in his garage in my grandpa's machine shed. Back in the '40s and '50s he always had someone's old car in there that he would be overhauling the engine or transmission on to make some extra money on the side. I believe he called it a chain fall? We left it hanging there when the property was sold because no one wanted it, or wanted to make the effort to climb up and get it down. I wish I have taken it now. Nice job!

[@fabry400]

Fantastic restoration !! Congratulations!

[@twinprimeable]

to move heavy things I usually take a vertebrae or two and put them in a vice to pre-break them so I don't get injured during the actual lifting

[@152lb.mousehole2]

😕

[@SalvageWorkshop]

Lol... I'll have to give that a try!

[@shedmanx3640]

😂😂😂😂

[@billquillin1952]

That turned out GREAT!!!

[@daveb7999]

Thanks for bringing us along as you restore this well-made piece of history. Now it's a useful shop tool once again, and a work of art that will likely outlive us all before its next, 'thoughtful restoration'. 👍

[@davidzamora4423]

I love your dogs. But i really love your work shop. It reminded of Alcoa Aluminum. Maintenance worksplace.i love the work that you do.feels like i could still smell the heavy greases. The degreaser just everything. Thank you.

[@klntym]

I only have one complaint about this restoration and it’s a pet peeve of mine. People, STOP bending your cotter pins over so far. Bend them just far enough to do the job and when you need to take them out again the hammer and punch is not needed! Awesome job man! It looks great!

[@roadweary5252]

Anything rusty and cast iron gets my attention. Another great job, my friend!

[@SalvageWorkshop]

Me too! Thanks for watching! I truly appreciate it!

[@andrewhallett-patterson9778]

I'm lucky that the property I purchased a decade ago came with a huge industrial workshop, enough space to operate a 5 ton forklift with extendable crane attachment, huge front and rear covered concrete lay down pads, and a 15 ton overhead remote control gantry that not only services the workshops internal dimensions but extends to service both external lay down pads. All I've added is dual service pits with LED lighting and air connections, and dual 15 ton industrial vehicle hoists. The biggest costs were the previous owners. A gantry in any workshop is a huge asset. 👍👍🇦🇺

[@SalvageWorkshop]

Now THAT is what I'm talking about! I want a setup JUST like that! Someone put some real thought into that setup and what future needs might be! Thanks for commenting!!

[@Little_Red_Riding_Hoodlum]

That is a thing of beauty! Before and after.

[@SalvageWorkshop]

I thought the same thing when I found it!

[@SwimCoach8]

York PA just down the road from Hershey. Tons of really great machinery came out of this area. Great job refinishing it! Should last you another100 years!

[@Bill45a13]

Dude, OMG. You ROCK!

[@driver8sk]

Hooray for replacing the rusty washers. I don't know if you filmed it to prove a point, but it was really nice to see you using new consumable hardware bits when appropriate.

[@thomasklugh4345]

Cooler than cool... "Hoist me up, Scotty!"

[@dennisbosworth3665]

Man, I just know that hoist never looked as pretty as it does now!

[@SalvageWorkshop]

They didn't know how amazing they were actually designing things back then! All I did was properly showcase the amazing machine that was there all along!

[@tomsommer54]

I think it’s amazing the way you remember where all those parts go when you’re reassembling. Thanks again for posting your videos.

[@edgardoccruz1349]

All it took me was 30 sec and I ended up watching the whole video💪💪

[@murpup]

Great job. Always in amazement how you are able to keep track of all the parts and how everything goes back together

[@SA-cm9wp]

I gave up fixing things. I can live through your videos.

[@glennworton2494]

Impact wrenches work much better without an extension - Very nice old chain hoist -

[@SalvageWorkshop]

Very true! I use the extension to keep the impact from constantly blocking camera angles when I'm videoing these projects! I have a much larger impact for when I really need to break something loose!

[@mrgoodtimes05]

@@SalvageWorkshop are you sure about the reason for use of the extension? To keep from blocking camera angle? Theres plenty of other things that block it. 3 seconds with no extension and its broke loose. And you said theres a bigger impact WOW you'll probably use an extension on it too. Not having the knowledge about something isn't the end of the world. JS

[@tomcarlson3244]

Very nice to see how they were made. How substantial they were made. I like the bright contrasting colors and the how you highlight the letters. All of your pups look so good. They are one happy bunch.

[@SalvageWorkshop]

I totally agree Tom! It's a fairly simple machine for the most part! Ya my pups are definitely happy, but also CRAZY!!

[@tomcarlson3244]

Salvage Workshop that is what makes them fun. They make you laugh and really enjoy their antics

[@stanisawk1385]

Old Tools Restoration is Super! Remember, however, that when we still use them after restoration, they are still years old. This means that many parts show signs of mechanical wear as well as invisible wear, at the level of the internal structure of the metal, there are or may be microcracks that may migrate over time and cause the material to break or crack. So a refurbished device doesn't mean it's brand new, but it has worn parts. But as a rule, such tools will last a long time, because they were made at a time when solid work was needed.

[@leslieb.1907]

My favorite restore so far! Nicely Done!

[@julesperegoy972]

A lot of effort put in to the Hoist, a job well done, great to see someone take time to do it right

[@TheRealSlowhand]

I have an old hoist a bit different than this one and more rusty... Was a gift from a fellow vet that sadly took his life... I'd like to one day restore it like this one...

[@edmarkham2632]

Very nice restore. It'll be good for another 50 years. Great work.

[@jimronchetto8592]

That was a fine restoration! Thanks for sharing it!

[@ianmchale2789]

15:20 'ah crap I'm swarmed by doggos' 16:00 'hmmm, let me do this. It worked! Now I can get back to work" Absolutely love your doggies, they are so cute

[@RRED2]

Good restoration, you did a really nice job.

[@sillylilly4794]

It looks like you just saved it time. I love the color and that was remarkable.

[@dr.skipkazarian5556]

Hi Matt, the shop is beginning to resemble organized neatness....the restoration exceeds factory fresh....the fine blues riff is killer....all the best and hugs for the Weims!

[@SalvageWorkshop]

Organized Chaos is more like it! Things are definitely ALWAYS changing around the shop!

[@MVVblog]

SO GOOD!!!!!

[@1962vid]

Awesome restoration. You've got a sharp looking hoist now. I also enjoy seeing your fun loving dogs. Thanks!

[@victoryfirst2878]

A real nice job on the restoration of this chain hoist. Look forward for more restomodes to come from you Sir.

[@SalvageWorkshop]

Thank you my friend! Lots more to come! You could also go check out some of my older videos, if you liked this one, you'll like those as well!

[@victoryfirst2878]

@@SalvageWorkshop Will do just that, SW

[@Bannimann2]

Beautiful old chain hoist, you did a great job. 👍👍👍

[@PrangstaLuke]

Hi Matt, absolutely great job !!, always a pleasure watching your work, I’ve done a few bits n bobs, not on your scale, but am in the process of organising my little workshop, thanks again and looking forward to the next project 👍🏻

[@grahampickering1560]

Awesome resto. That's gonna be very useful. Always good to see Tobi, Scout and the gang. Your videos wouldn't be the same without them 😊

[@flashpointrecycling]

Wow, nice job. Absolutely Beautiful!

[@jeffpitzer8521]

I use my 5000lb forklift... a 3 ton chainfall hoist...and/or my compact diesel tractor with a loader to lift my heavy stuff. I have a 5 ton 3 phase hoist that I'm planning on building into an overhead crane 34'x75' in my new shop.. nice restoration! Awesome piece of history... I bet that it's so over built that it'll lift more than 2 tons...just sayin'...

[@mikepetersen1999]

Outstanding!! The factory never made them looking that good.

[@tonypeters8298]

Bloody nice work Bloke. Ended up a very tidy Block n Tackle. NB, Bees wax mixed with Olive oil gives a nice finish on bare metal, especially cast. Warm the metal first then wipe/brush on. Cheers Tony

[@normsweet1710]

I grew up near Adrian Mi, there was an American Chain & Cable factory in town, I never did know what was made there ........ hmmmm. Great video, now I got the bug to “rebuild” my chain hoist, a budget I think. Thanks ❤️

[@Oldclimber1]

Wow !!! I like the name plate rating "2 tons". Looks like it could go 20.

[@adnacraigo6590]

That turned out really nice.

[@iceinkfxc8595]

Amazing preservation and restoration ...Outstanding

[@fisshayemezgebu8858]

God bless you tackcare when you work.

[@handyhippie6548]

that turned out to be a nice hoist. well worth bringing home. i have a cm 2 ton chain hoist, and 2 cm chain come-a-longs, one with a 10' chain, and one with a 25' chain i use to lift and move things i can't do manually. plus i have a lift boom with a hand crank cable winch on my '54 massey harris 33 tractor.

[@fooddude9921]

Another great vid - recently I started watching/re-watching every vid since the beginning. You have some great music in these, like this one as well as the one where the guy whistles (that tune is seriously stuck in my head - lol).

[@aa999xyz]

those holiest never get old and great choice in colors!

[@raymondfrye8696]

Great job. Beautiful hoist.

[@clintcowles7563]

This is neat! I picked up a similar hoist from the local scrap yard awhile back. Missing a bit of chain and is locked up but .... I had and still have a similar idea about restoration of the piece. Alright, back to the video.

[@alfiversen7023]

So intricate and beautiful a device can be.

[@SalvageWorkshop]

She's definitely a looker!

[@fredrichardson9761]

Really nice restoration - that is the nicest looking screw hoist I've ever seen! Truth be told it's the only screw hoist I've ever seen, but still I think it looks amazing!

[@ggsmith099]

I like your work and your plan to get old stuff and make it better than new! I've gone through life without acquiring a nice shop it nice to see someone do something I never had the chance to do! I'm waiting for you next job later brocephus! 😎💨 good job!

[@LexxUrsus]

My friend, great job! I see, the whole advisory board helped you, not just Toby. Waiting your next videos!

[@SalvageWorkshop]

Thank you Lexx! The dogs are always helping out!

[@MichaelJohnson-mb1io]

Nice piece of work, beautiful.

[@phillipjones3342]

Well since I found your channel and saw all the heavy stuff you lifted wondered why you didn’t have a gantry now I see you have the materials and it looks great looking forward to the gantry build unless you’ve already done it I have to say I love this channel and the way you bring old stuff back to life thanks for sharing

[@colinrobert-kv2up]

Always an ancient device, remold then keep older one for looks unused,cast iron. Cast part, sand prints, john.

[@pville5548]

Matt, great restoration. What a find and she looks better than new.

[@wireworks616]

Great job. I really like the colors you chose.👍👍👍👍🤩