I used some of these (HF version) to load a 2F into the back of my 60. Put them under some ply wood and loaded the motor onto the plywood and was able to slide it into the back. It worked surprisingly well.
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I used some of these (HF version) to load a 2F into the back of my 60. Put them under some ply wood and loaded the motor onto the plywood and was able to slide it into the back. It worked surprisingly well.
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@NookShneer awesome shots and not a one of you has the ‘oh s***’ expression like I’m sure I would! Too bad you can’t see the casters... oops, NOW I can see them!
Did you go driving with a 2F in the back? Scary as can be... no way to strap it for an accident. no anchor points can hold that weight in a 60.
Time to get a little trailer! I loved my little M101 CND trailer for hauling just this kind of thing. It made my cruiser like a little truck.
Time to get a little trailer! I loved my little M101 CND trailer for hauling just this kind of thing. It made my cruiser like a little truck.
I blocked it in place with wood and used tiedowns looped around the tailgate hinges and run to the seat legs anchors. It really felt like it wasn’t going anywhere.
Next DD will be a Tacoma or Tundra. I’m tired of transporting parts in the back of cars.
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Yeah it looked like clearing the hoist top bar into the top inner edge of the cargo must have been darn awkward.
Truck or trailer for the next time for sure.
We couldn’t clear it. So we put the hoist as close to the rear lift hatch and pushed the botttom of the oil pan onto the tailgate while slowly letting the weight off the hoist. The suspension sag wasn’t something we accounted for and the hoist started hitting the lift gate. At that point we unloaded the lift while pushing the block into the back.
There are far better ways to do things in life and this was eye opening as to future truck/trailer needs.
limited space.... story of my garage.
Furniture/ moving dolly.
It is the way to go. you can swing it easily as all 4 casters move. I had about as much space as you did when I put my FF in. it was a life saver. Used it to et the old axle out and then with my kids help lifted one end of the FF, he slid the dolly under and put it back down.
No one got hurt and I could have used a jack to lift it, but brute strength for the win. Once that was done, moving it around the Garage, even in tight spaces made life much easier.
Trailers are cheap to rent, and your reasons for needing this or a truck are the reason I am hard pressed to sell my truck. Just when I think I no longer need it, I find a new use.
So much so I have yet to put my cover back on.
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So deviating a bit from original topic here, but I got the rear springs off today. I gotta tell you I think I am the luckiest 60 series owner ever. I'll prolly take a beating saying this, but all the trouble bits on these trucks seem to always be a non-issue on my truck. Both of the rear fixed spring pins came right out with like 5 blows from a sledge. Heard all sorts of stories about getting these out......use heat and torches and on and on. And mine come out with 5 good knocks. I'll take it.
Seems I am missing the center bolt spacers for the rear springs, so sort of stuck for now. But just thrilled this is coming along so easily. I was dreading wrestling with these fixed pins and only one of mine was a problem. So stoked. Thanks all.
Seems I am missing the center bolt spacers for the rear springs, so sort of stuck for now. But just thrilled this is coming along so easily. I was dreading wrestling with these fixed pins and only one of mine was a problem. So stoked. Thanks all.
Cityracer and Trailtailor typically have these in stock and are quick to ship for the OEM spring pads.
For the ARB center bolt spacer i’d call cruiseroutfitters.
2 HF dollies, 2 2x4s, 2 jackstands
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Yeah I actually ordered this kit from cruiser outfitters. The spacers were on the invoice but I cannot find them in the box anywhere. Maybe I threw them out with packing or something. Not sure. Called them and getting some sent out Monday. Slight delay but have plenty still to do so it won't slow me down any. Anyone happen to know the ID and OD I would need to find something local I could use for this.....or know of some easy subs I could source in place of them?
NeverGiveUpYota
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Mine from CO were black...
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Outstanding. Thanks to both of you. These seem pretty specific to this application but maybe I could get something close. Gonna take another swing at finding the ones that should have been sent. I have emptied the box this stuff came in and just don't see them anywhere. CO said they would send me some Monday but hate to have them do that if I can find the originals or can come up with something that works local. Thanks again to both of you. Very helpful.
