[pianotech] Plate Removal with an engine hoist?

[Mike Spalding]

Terry,  the verticals and the feet are 4/4s - hasn't let me down yet, 
but I've never lifted anything over 6 1/2 feet.

Joe, yes it does kind of get in the way.  Most everything in the shop is 
on wheels, and when there's more than one piano in here, I roll 
whatever's not being used today into a corner.

Mike

On 10/26/2010 3:08 PM, Terry Farrell wrote:
> Looking good. I like that. Are those just 2x4s for the two vertical 
> pieces on each side? That would seem sort minimal. I realize even a 
> 2x4 is pretty strong when you apply forces to one or both ends, but 
> even still........  I guess if it doesn't seem to wobble, you're good 
> to go.
>
> Terry Farrell
>
> On Oct 26, 2010, at 2:48 PM, Mike Spalding wrote:
>
>> Boaz,
>>
>> I built this for a little over $100, including the chain fall.  Lifts 
>> straight, lowers slowly.   It does require smooth and  level floors.
>>
>> Mike