I wasn’t sure whether to post this in the projects section or not - mods feel free to move!
I’m currently building an engine trolley to assist with the removal of underfloor engines (from buses and coaches). The trolley itself is simple; a heavy ladder frame with six wheels (I’ve resisted the temptation to tailor it to a particular application). It would be useful however if the trolley was able to be raised and lowered. My first thought was to weld a lifting lug to each corner and use bottle jacks, which would work although the lifting range would be fairly limited.
Then I thought about using scaffold base jacks with removable lugs (so the jacking screws don’t get in the way when positioning the trolley).
The main benefits vs my original idea (apart from cost!) would be greater lifting range and better stability as the trolley wouldn’t be able to slip off the jacks. Do you think this would work, or has anybody got another suggestion?
Cheers.
I’m currently building an engine trolley to assist with the removal of underfloor engines (from buses and coaches). The trolley itself is simple; a heavy ladder frame with six wheels (I’ve resisted the temptation to tailor it to a particular application). It would be useful however if the trolley was able to be raised and lowered. My first thought was to weld a lifting lug to each corner and use bottle jacks, which would work although the lifting range would be fairly limited.
Then I thought about using scaffold base jacks with removable lugs (so the jacking screws don’t get in the way when positioning the trolley).
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The main benefits vs my original idea (apart from cost!) would be greater lifting range and better stability as the trolley wouldn’t be able to slip off the jacks. Do you think this would work, or has anybody got another suggestion?
Cheers.