Machines and garden paths

[MCKDAVID]

a few 13 foot scaffie planks layed on the deck 4 scaffie rollers and a couple of planks under the machine and rollers placed in between and a good crowbar to shove it

that's how I'd go, walk like an egyptian comes to mind , spread the load on some boards, and use some scaff tubes as rollers, worked for centuries... small chain block to pull it up the wee incline, take it easy, and slow, she'll be right. Looks easier than mine, I had to take two right 90° turns, and go down a few steps to get it into place. Few mates, some beer, scaff tubes and a wee chain block is all it took... Sometimes we can over think these things...

 

[GraemeVW]

Have you considered moving house?

Yes

But I can't afford anything better.

 

[500e]

Prioritize Workshop, muddled thinking here

 

[GraemeVW]

Prioritize Workshop, muddled thinking here

I did!
I bought this house as it had enough space for me to build a 30 square meter workshop.

 

[gaz1]

Old pic. That path No longer exists. I widened the side path and just use that now.
Still only 3' wide tops though.
It's more of an even slope now too.

Edit, I could probably ply the lawn over too, drop the machine as close to the house as possible.

now your thinking but 2 scaffold planks would be enough for the rear wheels

as long as its near on flat near the house you should be able to roll it around turn it and roll it down to the shed

 

[fizzy]

A small Tirfor will help a lot. I love them. Even the baby Jockey winch will pull a lathe on rollers no problem.

 

[My Old Landy]

Have you considered moving house?

I moved for better access but ended up with a smaller space the OP looks to have a good workshop space but rubbish access, such is life!

 

[GraemeVW]

A small Tirfor will help a lot. I love them. Even the baby Jockey winch will pull a lathe on rollers no problem.

I have an electric winch, think that would do?
It's the type used from rafters as engine cranes etc. Probably came from machine mart.
I'm sure it would have the strength, just don't know if it would have the controlability. I've never used it, was given it new and unused and I just put it under the bench.

 

[GraemeVW]

I moved for better access but ended up with a smaller space the OP looks to have a good workshop space but rubbish access, such is life!

That's about the size of it. Except I've very much filled 30 square meters so now could do with more space too!
Unfortunately, although I've made alot of profit on this house, ceiling price me and anywhere better is too much more money.
I'm in a situation where even if it needs work, a better property, even a wreck, is out if my budget as there is nothing better in my area.

 

[fizzy]

I have an electric winch, think that would do?
It's the type used from rafters as engine cranes etc. Probably came from machine mart.
I'm sure it would have the strength, just don't know if it would have the controlability. I've never used it, was given it new and unused and I just put it under the bench.

Should do. I love Tirfors as you can feel qhats going on and they are so slow.

 

[GraemeVW]

I got a rough quote today from a machine delivery guy with a small truck and crane. He can lift 1000kg. To collect, deliver, and get a machine to the back of my house he said he would book it as a full day and charge £450.
Not a bad option if the machine is also far away and not conveniently on a pallet ready. Removes alot of unknowns which is nice.
He thinks we can just push it up the slope.

 

[Pete.]

I have an electric winch, think that would do?
It's the type used from rafters as engine cranes etc. Probably came from machine mart.
I'm sure it would have the strength, just don't know if it would have the controlability. I've never used it, was given it new and unused and I just put it under the bench.

Is it a winch or a hoist? Not the same thing. Hoist are for lifting winches for pulling. Hoists normally have a device to stop them working off vertical and a brake that hold the load if there's no power.

 

[GraemeVW]

Is it a winch or a hoist? Not the same thing. Hoist are for lifting winches for pulling. Hoists normally have a device to stop them working off vertical and a brake that hold the load if there's no power.

That is a very good point.
To be honest, not sure, but I'd assume it's a hoist.
I was going to put some kind of fixing into the concrete path up by the garage, but I could maybe fix a roller to the floor and mount the hoist so it still pulls vertical.

Might not be worth the hassle though.

I'd drag it up with my bike but not sure I want to kill a 70 year old cork lined clutch.

I'll keep my eyes open for suitable pulling equipment, I'd much rather pull it up the path than push it!
Whatever I do, I guess chocking it regularly too will be a good idea.

 

[Pete.]

I'd lend you a tirforif you were closer. If you get a tirfor or come-along you won;t need chocks just get something under the leading edge to stop it digging in and drag it.

 

[MCKDAVID]

You might not need a winch, or whatever, it's going to roll easily over the rollers, the chain block et is more to stabilise the load, ie stop it rolling back.

 

[My Old Landy]

I have one of these:

Pull Winch

Perfect for manoeuvring vehicles, large industrial equipment, crates and other heavy objects. This multipurpose 4 tonne manual puller is ideal for lifting, pulling and stretching.This heavy duty, 4 tonne hand cable puller from Streetwize is ideal for lifting, pulling and stretching a range of...

www.toolstation.com

Really a cheap alternative and ok for occasional use.

 

[GraemeVW]

I have one of these:

Pull Winch

Perfect for manoeuvring vehicles, large industrial equipment, crates and other heavy objects. This multipurpose 4 tonne manual puller is ideal for lifting, pulling and stretching.This heavy duty, 4 tonne hand cable puller from Streetwize is ideal for lifting, pulling and stretching a range of...

www.toolstation.com

Really a cheap alternative and ok for occasional use.

Yeah, that's cheap enough to buy just in case!

 

[indy4x]

I have an electric winch, think that would do?
It's the type used from rafters as engine cranes etc. Probably came from machine mart.
I'm sure it would have the strength, just don't know if it would have the controlability. I've never used it, was given it new and unused and I just put it under the bench.

I don't think it will, I have one for winching dead cars into my garage and it struggles, even with a snatch block.

Plus its a bit jerky

Hand winch will give you way more control

 

[brightspark]

dont over complicate it i pull a big diesel whacker plate in to my trailer on my own with just a few planks and rollers. 4 people couldnt lift it. its that heavy

 

[James1979]

I tend to end up moving everything on my own. Pump truck is handy. And machinery dollies / skates. I made mine but you can rent.

Pry bars are a god send.

If your hoist is a winch and you use it, you can put a couple of ‘falls’ in it with pulley blocks. It will increase the advantage which is a secondary point, but I mainly suggest it as it means the overall speed of pull will be slower.