Oh I See! The chain is an integral part of the hoist then. Well that's an interesting part I was unaware of. More homework needed obviously. Greg At 04:05 PM 9/3/2007, you wrote: >>Ron, >> Really good info. Question. Can these >> things be made or do they exist as rope hoist >> instead of chain? I'd think the right diameter >> rope would be plenty strong enough. >>Greg > >With rope, you're back to block and tackle >unless you can find rope that engages the hoist >sprocket so it doesn't slip under load. > >Ron N Greg Newell Greg's Piano Forté www.gregspianoforte.com 216-226-3791 (office) 216-470-8634 (mobile) 2003,04,05 & 06 winners of Angie's List Super Service Award
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