Thread: Car hoist hire

Bit far away, got both a pit and hoist here

Why not just buy some ramps, people used to use these in the olden days I believe

Originally Posted by rovercare

Bit far away, got both a pit and hoist here

Why not just buy some ramps, people used to use these in the olden days I believe

Definitely car ramps. Plus a garage creeper (wheelie board). In a pinch a sheet of plywood is good too, you slide quite easily on it. You can just about go to sleep on a nice smooth piece of ply, and look like you're busy too.....

Unlikely to be able to find anyone to hire out the use of a hoist, or workshop these days due to insurance reasons. I used to enjoy showing interested owners the workings of their Landies on the hoist, but not allowed to do THAT anymore

JC

Thanks everyone for the feedback, I was affraid the insurance aspect would raise its ugly head.

Originally Posted by justinc

Unlikely to be able to find anyone to hire out the use of a hoist, or workshop these days due to insurance reasons. I used to enjoy showing interested owners the workings of their Landies on the hoist, but not allowed to do THAT anymore

JC

You have to question the intelligence of those that make up these rules. Surely a hoist is the safest way to be under a vehicle - wether as someone employed to work under a hoist, an innocent bystander, or an interested enthusiastic amateur.

Years ago [20?] there used to be a workshop in Myaree where one could hire hoists,tools etc.Like they say probably gone due to liability aspect.
I also need to change the gearbox cooler hoses,only the top one is leaking at the present.Which I believe is the awkward one to reach on the gearbox end,would also like to replace the big end shells.
Probably your best bet would be to enquire at the Valley pub and see if a local 'cockie' has a ramp or pit.I used to work in the area and seem to remember ramps were fairly common on farms,even if only made from railway sleepers[Don't mention Health & Safety!]

Originally Posted by Lostland

Hi,

I'm looking to change the two transmission oil cooler lines,

I am in the process of doing mine now - don't forget that there are three hoses one in front of the radiator - perhaps you have done that already

I bought a stumpy 22mm open-end spanner to do the last hose; the one that is difficult to reach on the g/box and the only one that was leaking hopefully it will work.

I agree a hoist or ramp is the best way to do it,

Cheers Charlie

New place in Perth,hires hoist, tools and a spray booth.It's called M'Mates place and owned by dragster driver Michelle Osborn.Do not know which suburb,contact Michelle on 0467546831.
Another possible is DIY Spot Unit6/20 Elmsfield Road.Midvale phone 92504700.
Good luck....let us know how you go.

Cheers