Hoist for hard top!!!
08-04-2009, 06:08 AM
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How does it secure the top? I think there is a crank for the center drive shaft that retracts the cables to lift the top, but is there a rachet mechanism or other component that prevents the top from spooling all the way to the floor? Does the rear window get in the way of the winding mechanism?
08-04-2009, 06:35 AM
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How does it secure the top? I think there is a crank for the center drive shaft that retracts the cables to lift the top, but is there a rachet mechanism or other component that prevents the top from spooling all the way to the floor? Does the rear window get in the way of the winding mechanism?
Also - how sturdy is that rack ? Do you get any bend in it with the weight of the top attached ?
08-04-2009, 07:32 AM
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It comes with the hand crank...
Rack it SUPER sturdy... i sat on one side and it did not move...
NO bend at all...
It had a great lock so the top could never fall to the ground...
When I get home I will take more pictures for ya!!!
08-04-2009, 05:28 PM
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After seeing a couple of these now, that looks like the best and most economical lift system. Didn't know Sears had them, but the price can't be beat. Thanks for posting!!
I imagine some other bracing could be used instead of the rack, or along with the rack. Maybe some electrical conduit with like is used on some other hoists that have been posted.
I imagine some other bracing could be used instead of the rack, or along with the rack. Maybe some electrical conduit with like is used on some other hoists that have been posted.
08-04-2009, 05:36 PM
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Looks kewl
08-05-2009, 08:41 AM
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Very nice!
The only thing I worry about would be the use of the yellow ratchet straps holding the hard top to the lifting rack for an extended period of time. Also does the back window pop open the way it is in the picture? Is there a way to secure it shut?
The only thing I worry about would be the use of the yellow ratchet straps holding the hard top to the lifting rack for an extended period of time. Also does the back window pop open the way it is in the picture? Is there a way to secure it shut?
08-05-2009, 08:56 AM
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you can tape the back glass down if you want. i am sure there are other ways to do it.. maybe get some green scotch tape that painters use.. that is good about not leaving residue behind.
