Hahaha. Can you do this?Wrong lift.
Build Chronicles of Bonnie and Clyde
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Of course. But there are height limitations for the vehicles. Pretty sure I can't store a Troopy up and down. But if I was just storing cars then I would also buy a 4 post - no question.
@WarDamnEagle I’m sure you know that I am only busting balls…. There are times the crowd here gets going on a theme and it never stops 
There are times when a 2-post lift would have better function for me but so far, I’ve not been hindered by the 4 post. I am feeling secure that the car isn’t falling backwards though..,I’ve read some stories and seen the pictures
This 9000lb extra tall lift supports my Suburban and 4 door Silverado with ease so those t-birds are nothing. If I were getting younger I would add a 2 post to the overhang … but that ain’t happening
There are times when a 2-post lift would have better function for me but so far, I’ve not been hindered by the 4 post. I am feeling secure that the car isn’t falling backwards though..,I’ve read some stories and seen the pictures
This 9000lb extra tall lift supports my Suburban and 4 door Silverado with ease so those t-birds are nothing. If I were getting younger I would add a 2 post to the overhang … but that ain’t happening
. More please. Need to start a Pig owners side piece thread 
I used to do a lot of work on a 4-post alignment rack that had those scissor lifts down the center. It got the job done, but didn’t lift very high so I was always having to bend under the cross bars. It could be a real chore to go back and forth to the tool box. It also hindered a lot of access when working on brakes and suspension. Definitely would not recommend.
Us?!? Surely you jest good sir!There are times the crowd here gets going on a theme and it never stops
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Got buyer for Delancy’s old pig body. Nice guy goes by @KSDaddio here on mud. He and his son coming one of the weekends after Memorial Day to help swap the bodies.
Now focus on labeling wiring and removing things from both pigs.
Picked this up for $500 today, will have 2 gantry lifts to help make this happen as safely as possible. Will sell one as soon as we are done!
Now focus on labeling wiring and removing things from both pigs.
Picked this up for $500 today, will have 2 gantry lifts to help make this happen as safely as possible. Will sell one as soon as we are done!
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Looking at speedhut gauges like Ornch had and Bonnie is getting.
Then I see options for various colors.
Thoughts on these?
Also ordered the Prothane body mounts.
It’s a little progress.
Then I see options for various colors.
Thoughts on these?
Also ordered the Prothane body mounts.
It’s a little progress.
Those are prety sweet. On my wish list.
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Mine too! Just had to hide some of my paycheck from the wife!
We are suppose to be saving a ton of money doing this myself….
Here’s a few lines you may wanna practice
“Hey dear, I was in line at the auto store and the guy in front of me wanted to return these gauges. The guy at the counter said they are not returnable because they’re electrical parts. After a long discussion the guy said he’d have to try and sell them. I asked him how much and he said… right now I’d take a hundred bucks for them”
Case closed …
“Hey dear, I was in line at the auto store and the guy in front of me wanted to return these gauges. The guy at the counter said they are not returnable because they’re electrical parts. After a long discussion the guy said he’d have to try and sell them. I asked him how much and he said… right now I’d take a hundred bucks for them”
Case closed …
Jon, looks brand new. What's the capacity of the gantry and of the chain hoist? I assume maybe 1 ton? If so then you should be fine with two of them. What you might need though is an additional pair of hoists so that you can have two on each side of the body.
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Greg
The one I purchased (hoist also) is rated at 1 ton. The other is 2 ton. I really need to think through this how as can make it happen.
Last night I went and measured the pallet fork extensions for skid steer cause that would be crazy simple. at 82" in length and limit of 500 pounds I don't think it will work as they will barely reach midway through rear glass. Then you have the risk of damaging the rear body where rear glass seats.
Doesn't seem like risk is worth it.
I know you don't want to hear this but it's fairly straightforward and safe with a 2 post lift. I'm not sure what I would do with two gantry cranes to be honest. Maybe stick two 4x4s through the door openings (with the doors off obviously) and use a chain hoist on each end of the 4x4s (4 total) to lift the body? I haven't really looked at the area above the door openings with that in mind but IIRC others have lifted their bodies in a similar fashion.
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You right, I didn't want to hear that...Ha
Original plan is to wrap some 4x4's with protective carpet or a higher density foam. Use some straps with high tensile strength and see how this may work.
Sitting at work pondering this and I could also simply put two hoists on each lift to make it more symmetrical and avoid need for 4 lifts.
Original plan is to wrap some 4x4's with protective carpet or a higher density foam. Use some straps with high tensile strength and see how this may work.
Sitting at work pondering this and I could also simply put two hoists on each lift to make it more symmetrical and avoid need for 4 lifts.
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I've had the Speedhut gauges for some time now. I've had to send the four gauge one back for some work and changing my 160 MPH gauge down to 120 MPH. I am getting older and have been slowing down a bit.
Fixed it for you.
When I get mine I'll request to have the 120mph version then have this stamped at the end of the dial (pipe dream)
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I could see the Pig owners Gauge line. Bigger numbers, brighter lights, Speedometer that goes to 80 so the numbers can be huge!! Maybe a HUD that involves the entire front windshield?
First thing I checked was what's it looks like in the dark, I may not be able to see well outside of the pig, but I should be able to see how fast I am going when I run into something.
I made it to my mid 50s before I needed reading glasses. The first indication was my inability to read the date on my dress watch. Instead of getting readers I bought a dive watch. Finally gave up a couple of years later and bought readers. Thankfully my distance vision is still great.