If you want to know how I built the other shelves: kzitem.info/news/bejne/uXiX246vo4B4q34 but is now the following winter and the lift is a back saver. Even this summer when I needed a place to get something like the fertilizer spreader out of the way fast this was a great thing to have. I will admit a few of you came up with some great ideas to improve the bridging from the lift to the original shelf that I am thinking about. Now I just need to build more shelves or another lift lol Thanks for watching.
@idontextback
2 жыл бұрын
Nice.
@hanneliediedericks3025
Жыл бұрын
Bought this for my small back deck in the Eastern Sierra. kzitem.infoUgkxoHYZbq5g9fkcAtinlTqstNlje-UQkCHN We get A LOT of HEAVY snow so I was a bit skeptical but it was worth it! After the first storm of the year this has exceeded expectations! It throws snow very well, even 10-12” + that said the more it piles up the harder it is to maneuver the machine. It is exceptionally light weight and overall exactly what I was looking for. If you have a large amount of snow and a lot of area to clear, you may consider something with a drive engine to help maneuverability, but for decks, second stories, roofs etc, you can’t beat the light weight to great snow throwing ratio. Side note, the chute rotator is a bit flimsy and it initially didn’t seem to work, after a few uses it seems to have loosened up.
@ourbills9999
3 жыл бұрын
Wow, as a mechanical engineer, it is over engineered, but it’s awesome. Well done. The use of the wall tracks is brilliant. And I love the planning. I try to teach the importance of planning to my engineering students at Michigan State. Me, I’m gonna keep tripping on the snow blower in my garage, swearing, and telling myself to build what you built. Thanks.
@unitedspacepirates9075
3 жыл бұрын
Big band saw needs this to lift it to table height for its horizontal position.
@SuperDalite
3 жыл бұрын
Being in Frankenmuth, Michigan myself, I can certainly see the value here as well. It’s either doing something like this or setting up a small out building behind my house.
@Mickeyss54
3 жыл бұрын
Maybe build a small ramp to slide up in place when it's time to get the blower on and off the elevator? Turn the blower 90 degrees and roll it off and onto the platform? Also, and aluminum drip pan you can get at an auto parts store for underneath the blower so you can put it up wet. Nice build!
@Lukesab3r
3 жыл бұрын
Several mechanical engineers post and not one questions the lack of a backup safety? Sorry. I'm not intending to troll but this concerns me... I'm going to stop reading comments now...
@tmiklos4
2 жыл бұрын
When i was taking a class to become a building inspector, the teacher said for the most part, individuals doing their own work, over build (better than code requirements. ). You have to watch out more with certain contractors. Not all but a higher % than individuals.
@fuegokugel
3 жыл бұрын
As a rigger, it is hard to see Crosby clips saddling a dead horse. A quick link should not be side loaded. I would recommend changing out any Crosby that has a saddle on the none lifting side, and changing out that quick link for a rated shackle that you should also mouse(zip tie the pin to the shackle so it cant spin) also would recommend changing the turnbuckle for a jaw to jaw style and not an open ended end. Would also recommend checking the pulleys so that the cable isnt cutting them.
@jed2055
3 жыл бұрын
Loved this video. May I suggest that instead of installing/removing that extra bit of small shelving above the door every time you want to bring the blower down, you could have it mounted on solid hinges on the fixed shelving side and it folds up and locks in position or lays flat (your choice) when not in use. When needed it folds down and just 2 pins required from the lift to it as is now. Remove pins then fold up (and lock) for lift use. You don't lose any shelf space because the blower is now on the lift or down on the floor. Easy upgrade too I think.
@harvilleharrison8473
11 ай бұрын
Yup an awesome suggestion
@tenflat2009
3 жыл бұрын
You may want to add an "overkill emergency" safety cable to your "manifold" something that comes taught with some form of shock absorbing properties just on the extremely unlikely situation where your winch line snaps. I am an overhead door technician and I see that 3/16 cable snap on a regular basis, heavier applications mind you. If it where me I would add a 1/4" cable to your winch mount where it is meant to double line and run the other end to your clew, through a compression spring so it can absorb some shock when your load reaches bottom in the event of your winch line failing. The rest of your system looks great. However the single winch line is holding all of the weight and if it decides not to do that anymore the whole system fails. Just my two bits. I built a similar system to raise and lower stairs but I have two 3/16" cables to raise my roughly 700lb stair/railing up. One would be sufficient by weight but if one fails my stairs won't fall.
@mikerafone4736
2 жыл бұрын
He easily lifted the blower, Just keep clear when operating
@tenflat2009
2 жыл бұрын
@@mikerafone4736 Yah that would be the smart thing for sure. As a result of my line of work I'm forced to look at the extremely rare "what if" circumstances like what if a kid runs under it while it's operating, or a pet. And because of Murphy's Law, that would be when the unexpected would happen. I don't intend to rain on this dude's parade, what he did is freaking awesome. In fact I did something similar for raising and lowering my loft stairs in my garage. But I used two 1/4" cables that have a weight working load of 7000lb each, the likelihood of both cables failing at the same time is low. So in my case I've built in my "safety redundancy" that way.
@maderightamerica3216
2 жыл бұрын
I'm hadicapped and want to design my own elevator and I like to watch a lot of videos to learn how to build things too. I thought you did a great job. Thanks for the lesson sir.
@TheaMakes
20 күн бұрын
I'm converting a box truck into an RV and to save space I've been trying to figure out a system to raise the bed to the ceiling when not in use and this is the PERFECT solution for what I'm doing! Thank you for sharing this online!!😄✨
@ThatTechTeacher427
12 күн бұрын
Hope it works
@TheWoodFly
3 жыл бұрын
Good job. Now, put the bridge on a piano hinge with a metal tab on the opposite lip. Then you can drop it like a gang plank, roll the blower into its parking place and life the bridge back up - voila - no more overhead pin pounding and the bridge stays in place. Don't have to worry about loosing it. Cool storage idea
@philipethier9136
Жыл бұрын
Or make the shelf larger and forget the bridge idea.
@joseywales6146
2 жыл бұрын
I used the same $80 winch to make an elevator up to my attic; previously, I'd been hauling boxes up the folding ladder. The cost in materials and labor wasn't even close to what my medical expenses would be if I fell, so it was a good investment. Thanks!
@Truckingtowardsfreedom
2 жыл бұрын
You should make a video and tag me. I’d love to see what you built. I think it’s a good idea since I have the same issue and an elevator would come in handy.
@twistnshout3031
2 жыл бұрын
Is your lift in the middle of your garage? Or is it on the wall with tracks like this video? That's a really good idea because I'm sick of going up in my garage attic with a ladder.
@joseywales6146
2 жыл бұрын
@@twistnshout3031 it’s between two joists and not against the wall. I like what the OP did with uninstructed but not an option for me. I angled the top of the platform so it rotates itself when it’s all the way up. I wish it were wider but I’m not going to cut my joists!
@geh3254
3 жыл бұрын
More power to you. I sometimes build things because I can using my home workshop and welder. As long as your satisfied, that's all that matters.
@dkruitz
3 жыл бұрын
I appreciate the idea of an elevated shelf but the complexity and cost of this makes me wonder about the practicality of this concept.
@watcherofwatchers
3 жыл бұрын
It could be very practical to enable the use of storage when you have 12 ft ceilings in the garage. This concept gives me a lot of ideas.
@jacknick429
3 жыл бұрын
if it keeps crap off of the floor - it IS worth it !!!!
@brentscott2509
3 жыл бұрын
For the time and money could have bought a shed. Neat gadget but that’s about it
@watcherofwatchers
3 жыл бұрын
@@brentscott2509 Not everyone can have a shed. Not everyone wants a shed. Not every idea you won't implement is bad. This project addresses a specific problem, and it does it well. There's no need to poopoo it just because it isn't what you would do.
@brentscott2509
3 жыл бұрын
@@watcherofwatchers LoL ok. If you think this is the most practical solution have at it. My comment was quite mild on my feelings so maybe you need to lighten up a bit
@ChadAmI80
3 жыл бұрын
Appreciate the dedication to this project. I know when it comes to projects we can over engineer solutions. I think this is one of those times. All of this just save some space and put the snowblower overhead, lol. I love it.
@ThatTechTeacher427
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks I appreciate the understanding!
@rlapierre1240
3 жыл бұрын
Yeah, I like it. I did the same thing in my garage just a little bigger hoist. What I did and would advise is this. Hang up the hand held and use a remote for your setup. Really convenient, and easy to wire.
@rjpremo
3 жыл бұрын
You could add another shelf to the right, and put a push mower on that one. Nice work.
@JyB818
3 жыл бұрын
Haha
@FindLiberty
3 жыл бұрын
Make a few mods and add another shelf to the lift and make it ALSO become a trash compactor! Suggest adding a 1x2 stop to prevent blower from going off the edge if (somehow) it gets pushed too far to the right.
@Biokemist-o3k
10 ай бұрын
Super cool. I have a loft that I built in my barn and it takes three people to get all the outside furniture up and in for the winter and out and down for the summer. I really need to build something like this. Thank you for sharing.
@dandrzymalla3830
2 жыл бұрын
Awesome build one piece of advice one of the cables has the cable clamps on backwards. Rule of thumb never saddle a dead horse or in other words the saddle of the clamp goes on the live end of the cable
@trekOCLVone
2 жыл бұрын
This is insane - your install is a mechanical marvel. I too live in Ohio and feel your pain. I just bought one of these lifts and like you, I also are YouTubing before I design my setup. I've had a dumb waiter in my garage for decades using pulleys and a manual boat wench on the wall. It works good but now I'm upgrading it. I probably will not be replicating the complexity of your design but have learned a few tricks from your effort. Thank you for sharing.
@nswinoz3302
Жыл бұрын
As someone has worked in the Lift (elevator) and the crane industry, residential construction and as a general handyman myself. it’s an awesome build and yes over engineered as you said, but that never hurt anyone supposedly. I’m just glad I don’t need a snowblower where I live! NSW in Oz
@Lawson855
Ай бұрын
Whoa! With that concept and design, you could literally make a mini elevator inside your home!
@simpleagain1
Жыл бұрын
That’s a lotta damn work for snow blower storage
@CCWSig
3 жыл бұрын
I can't see the wire rope clips on the clew, but atleast some of the one on the platform are on backwards. "Never saddle a dead horse" the saddle should never be placed on the dead end of the rope. The lift looks great though, im going to have to build one for myself.
@RayCollins-dv4ts
11 ай бұрын
Very well done. I have plans to do similar down the line in my shed. In watching your build, I realized the turnbuckle might be better at the platform end. Additionally, you can keep it in the lift if you put a support system underneath it. A simple bracket system could work. Since you have the foundation limiting how far it can come down you can make a shelf underneath the lift for other winter only items. Gloves, boots, shovels or even rock salt if you use it. Looks perfect for what you wanted out of it but inspirational for those of us that have different setups and needs. Thanks for sharing.
@MM-ip6hb
3 жыл бұрын
Good idea and effort. Just one thing. The bridge platform is pretty cumbersome. I think a simple drop in plate from the top or a hinged flap would save all that effort pulling pins and clips out all the time.
@michaelparks3106
10 ай бұрын
Nice! I used the same Harbor Freight winch to lift the hardtop off my Jeep. I used a pully to double the lifting capacity and cut the speed in half to make it easier to align when reinstalling the top. For storage, I just let the top hang up against the ceiling.
@zimm1gre
3 жыл бұрын
I love the fact that his workshop is on his living room floor.
@bradcummings802
3 жыл бұрын
Wants to keep the garage clean LOL
@thomaswilliams756
3 жыл бұрын
@@bradcummings802 yeah with all those metal shavings..
@dalendru
3 жыл бұрын
This is just fabulous. Well designed, well built and well executed. I can only imagine what else you have planned to hoist up into your garage!
@JimVincitore
3 жыл бұрын
GREAT VIDEO. VERY COOL. PUT EDGES ON THE SHELVES SO STUFF DON''T ROLL OFF.
@canterburyworkshop5631
Жыл бұрын
Nice design and build. Thinking of putting Superstrut all the way across the width of my garage to hang winch, and this would enable me to have several small detachable platforms for numerous lifted items and storage.
@TheModelmaker123
3 жыл бұрын
Nice job. Well done. The one item that initially caught my eye was the D-Ring that connects the lift cable to the spreader bar. I think I would have made a triangular shaped substitute from plate steel or some other connection, but for the loads you are lifting it should never be an issue.
@marklorenson3618
2 жыл бұрын
Cable clamps on the lift.. saying goes, never saddle a dead horse…
@banddork4life08
3 жыл бұрын
As someone who sells rigging for a living get the crimping ferrules. I've seen cable clamps fail and it's never pretty! Safety first my friend. This looks awesome!
@Nikia2165
2 жыл бұрын
I love that idea. Watching the video and pausing it here and there, I think permanently lengthening the snowblower platform to the corner of the doorframe to you house will save you the time and effort of installing and removing that little bridge unit. I'm sure a one inch gap between the lift and the stationary platform is easily crossed by the snowblower. I am also envisioning that you would be keeping your lawnmower up in that space during winter. One thought I had, while I was noticing your garage door rails, is would a garage door opener motor be powerful enough and simpler to set up in the attic space? One thing I might have done with the up and down switch is to permanently mount it to the wall instead of having it hang around all the time. One way that you could make more mileage from your life is as a service platform. Get your machine up to waist or shoulder height and you can comfortably do repairs. I just fixed my snowblower by sitting and lying on the cold floor like an animal. Wish I had your lift.
@bigfatace777
3 жыл бұрын
Absolutely overengineered the ever loving shit out of this. This is not even remotely practical for the complexity that is involved but dude, kudos for the hard work and money you put in! Most people would put in a rope and pulley system, tie it off to the wall and call it a day. And might I add, may God have mercy on anyone walking on your carpet with bare feet in the future. Getting metal shavings out of thick carpet is right on par with putting humans on Mars.
@cwitham69
3 жыл бұрын
momma always said; if you do not have anything nice to say - do not say anything.
@ryanshepherdson9662
3 жыл бұрын
This thing is a straight up engineering marvel. So satisfying to see how clean it worked out! Awesome job!
@ThatTechTeacher427
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@Majki70
2 жыл бұрын
Great job! Very clean done. Not sure if anybody suggested, but if you want to avoid lifting that snowblower when platform comes all the way down you could shorten wall railings so platform gets detached from it when it comes down; then you would pull your platform with one hand until it clears that bottom step on the wall and start lowering platform further until it reaches floor. Just my 2 cents :). Cheers, Mike
@robertgallant6422
3 жыл бұрын
Great project. Nice and clean, in the attic install was a good idea. I did something similar, I stored a 16' Hobie Cat (400lbs small boat) up in the air. I've sold the cat since so now I store my kayak trailer (250lbs) up and out of the way. I also use a Princess Auto (Canadian version of Harbor Freight) hoist, great little things. Only mod I would do is tape up the ends of the cable so you poke yourself.
@IndyNewsontheStreet
9 ай бұрын
I really like this. The only thing I can think of that I might have done differently is made the extension that goes between the shelf and the lift a 1/4 inch shorter and then you could leave it up attached to the shelf and only have to deal with 2 things to put in and take out when using it or letting the lift back down. Great job!
@michaelalexander1972
3 жыл бұрын
Your comment about getting to your garage spring don't worry about it my house was built 1958 and I've never touched the garage door spring LOL.. you're good to go !!!!
@Cad1900
3 жыл бұрын
Couple of ideas: 1.Turnbuckles at the platform instead of attic for easier adjustment access. 2.Use a French Cleat for connecting the plank to eliminate bolting it in. I’m a fellow 3D solids modeler and reality capture expert from way back. Great video and idea, thank you!
@builditinyourgarage7826
11 ай бұрын
Good idea, I think using a pulley and wrapping the cable around the pulley (maybe even used like a used garage door pulley) or something similiar would take up less space in the attic. Your way works, but just thinking of less parts/smaller area required.
@fixitkev1966
3 жыл бұрын
I certainly wouldn’t worry about the garage door spring. You just built a cool winch system. You’ll figure out how to address the spring. Great job! My snow blower and generator sit on the floor as well. May use a portion of your idea to stack them on top of each other.
@hipairbrush1053
3 жыл бұрын
For the future, just build another rectangle the size of your base. Hook one wire to four at the top rectangle, then hang the wires down to the base. Forget about all the stop blocks in the attic, which you could've woven to gain more force that you really don't need. Double your wench pully to double the force. move the wench so it directly hangs to the center of your base only now it's elevate because you have a box frame. I would've pulled that away from the wall so it goes all the way to the ground. If you can weld there is an even easier way. You did a nice job on the project and it looks really nice. Look how they wire pulleys for kayks. You pull ONE rope. In your case you could've hooked your pully to one wire. Also that 10 x 2 would give you more strength by placing it laterally. "Trusses" are not as strong as you think pulling down on them.
@elpadrino1024
3 жыл бұрын
Human ingenuity i love it. Why not just leave it on the lift and put something else on that shelf?
@kl0n5
3 жыл бұрын
My comment exactly. Love the lift
@noneya1567
3 жыл бұрын
Dude this is awesome, I have a friend who's disabled and can't lit herself on her feet after she falls, I'm going to try to use this as a template to make a floor lift so she can get back up easier
@matts6409
Жыл бұрын
If you are open to suggestion, I would take a sheet of plywood that is grooved like a table saw. Put low profile wheels to make it slide easy as it transitions across the platforms to the lift. Should make loading and unloading easier and reduce the change of masking marks on the walls. Love the idea and I will likely mimic the idea. Keep posting.
@426HEMIDAVE
Жыл бұрын
Great idea!!! I think the most practical thing is to use your shelf for something else and when storing your snow blower just crank up your lift and leave it on the lift platform. I did not hear you were going to use the lift for anything else. Another addition you might build is another shelf for the other side of the lift platform. Great project!!!! Nice lift design!!!!
@Rainman270
9 ай бұрын
Great idea and great video. Small point: If those are GRK screws used for the base, they don’t need pre-drilled holes, they “ drill “ their own holes.
@slartythecyclops4643
2 жыл бұрын
Great job, tho I noticed you still struggle to pull your dodad over onto the lift. May I suggest a simple board on fixed casters (with guides & stops) that will allow the dodad to flow easily back & forth. Enjoyed the build vid dude.
@phillipgargus7813
3 жыл бұрын
Awesome build! I would've hinged the bridge on the storage side so that it folds down to the lift side
@ThatTechTeacher427
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks and that's a good idea
@johnsnyder9033
2 жыл бұрын
This would be great for storing seasonal items such as in winter store the lawn mower (push type only) up there and switch down in spring when needed again. Store the snow blower under the lift in winter and the lawn mower there spring through fall. Sounds like a great project.
@bigpjohnson
3 жыл бұрын
Great idea! I want to make something similar to store my rolling saws in the loft of my new shed. I'd suggest drilling some 1/2" holes through the sides of the struts near the top. You can stick your pins through there to store them, and also act as safeties if the wires fail.
@dwaynewood1795
2 жыл бұрын
Great video, watching this video gave me a great idea to build a foldable awning over my back patio. I want to be able to fold it down for warmer sunny days but don't want a cloth awning. One with a wooden frame and metal roof.
@BrettTheNerdyEngineer
3 жыл бұрын
Great video and very clever idea! FYI - I can't really tell from the video, but it looks like some of your cable clamps might be installed backwards. The U part goes on the 'dead' wire (the cut end) , and the saddle/bracket part goes on the 'live' wire (the wire that carries the load).
@isaactaylor1404
3 жыл бұрын
This! and the order they were put on was incorrect. Always remember, never saddle a dead horse.
@Jeph629
Жыл бұрын
Who else knew there was a forward/backward to these???
@John-NeverStopLearning
2 жыл бұрын
Great video, I would put the turn buckles on the platform and the cable clamps up in the attic. That you could load the platform leave it overnight to help stretch the cable and level while standing in the garage. I would have tried to run the track down just above the floor put door/window shims behind the track. You could also make a ramp to roll the snow blower off.
@Tom9367
Жыл бұрын
Tom G, WV Thank you for this posting, I'm going to need this type of lift for my new lawn cutter, it needs to be in up and away from mice eating the electric wires. Your video is looking great for what I need! thank you
@skydancer15
3 жыл бұрын
Nice! I felt fortunate if my husband would, after using the snowblower, park it on a sheet of cardboard so it wouldn’t leave rust marks on the floor!
@paulsingletary7869
3 жыл бұрын
Good job. Putting the turnbuckles at the bottom, at the shelf, would have made it easier to fine turn the platform level.
@ThatTechTeacher427
3 жыл бұрын
True but I really didnt want to look at them haha my OCD
@apinantpongsupaht872
2 жыл бұрын
Best DIY Instruction I've seen so far; informative and concise. Though the design is a little complicated you made it easy to understand. I really enjoy watching it. Congratulations.
@oldkootz
3 жыл бұрын
It is always cool seeing you supporting other channels by wearing their apparel. Especially FF Construction. I got my mullet and asphalt! I enjoy your video and their content. Keep it up 👍🏽!
@team_8008
3 жыл бұрын
This video lifted my spirit 😂
@ThatTechTeacher427
3 жыл бұрын
Awesome to hear! Thanks!
@tb2324
10 ай бұрын
Snow May melt by the time to go through all that trouble to get it down. Lol. Kidding. Great job. Pretty cool actually.
@niceblokeray4455
2 жыл бұрын
Very good, You could mount motor below platform and would be a bottom drive system with one pulley/divertor directly over platform in loft space. Track system with unistrut is great.....One rope would be sufficient with a spanned bracket fitted onto front edge of platform, easier to maintain and good to watch if motor working hard etc. 👍
@scottandersen420
3 ай бұрын
Wow that’s amazing. I’ve only seen this 25 times over the last 3 yrs
@benoitchartrand5772
3 жыл бұрын
What a great idea!!! I've been looking at elevator lifts to the attic but never thought of shelving big toys. Gave me an idea to have atv on floor, 1st level jet ski and top level snowblower and possibly a door to attic for additional stuff.
@ThatTechTeacher427
3 жыл бұрын
That sounds awesome, a bit heavier than my simple snow blower but very cool
@leebarker539
3 жыл бұрын
Great idea, courageous design and execution. In future, know this: Your shelves are overbuilt by half. Use 3/8 plywood and 2x2 or 1x4 framing and glue. Glue in blocks where you want an eyebolt. Everything will be easier and nothing will break.
@ThatTechTeacher427
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks I like the overbuilt part.
@phedders
3 жыл бұрын
Nice project - a couple of thoughts 1) That quick link... in that 'horizonal' orientation is very compromised. It probably still is fine for your use... but... eugh! I would suggest replacing it with a triangular QL. 2) HDMPE (dynema) would be nicer than the steel cable - and with 12 strand you could do lovely buried splices on the eyes and it would look really nice and discrete. At the top end you could use a long burried splice as an adjustable loop (see whoopie slings) negating the need for the turnbuckle.
@ThatTechTeacher427
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the suggestions!
@saturnfire
3 жыл бұрын
Can post some more pictures of the Attic install? I have also a truss system but was told that not to add too much load to the trusses, but I think with your pulley system you have effectively balanced the load.
@ELDecano1971
Жыл бұрын
This is exactly what I need. being in Colorado, can't wait til summer
@GrandmaHatesTech
3 жыл бұрын
This is an Awesome Idea. I lug Snow Tires up a Ladder to the Top shelf. SAFTEY FIRST, and a Back Saver!
@GrandmaHatesTech
3 жыл бұрын
@Jake Banks Yes, I hate Tech, but some times it comes in handy :)
@markdrotch2555
3 жыл бұрын
Just watched this video. Pretty cool stuff,now if i can get you to come to my house build and install one I'd be set too. Good for storing the stand up jet ski,3 wheel atc etcetera etcetera. ✌
@swiftymcfly
3 жыл бұрын
Very cool. I was thinking of an idea for getting stuff up to my hangar attic. Something like this would be perfect! If I were you I would build a mini ramp and throw it up on the hoist after every use. Free up floor space. I suppose it would drip melted snow and salt all over the place but at least you'll get to use your sweet hoist all the time!
@dralexmclean
10 ай бұрын
Nicely done, really neat, sure helps that you've no insulation in that attic. I have 18" of blown in fill so not quite an option, I did something similar to lift the canopy off my Pick-up truck using a hand cranked winch but it's all exposed. I sure love your clean ceiling look.
@ThatTechTeacher427
10 ай бұрын
That's a good idea for the trick cap, and ya I do like that I was able to keep the ceiling clean
@rlegato364
2 жыл бұрын
I have one of those winches nib from 15 years ago. This video is the epiphany I've been waiting for... 🤩
@ThatTechTeacher427
2 жыл бұрын
Haha awesome
@rickmervine9952
3 жыл бұрын
Interesting, and a suggestion now that you are that far along: Use the 'elevator' section to access additional non-moving shelves, like the one where you store your snowblower. Add another non-moving shelf to the right side to hold something large, ungainly and heavy like the snowblower. Use the moveable shelf to get it up and down as needed. I can see you storing something heavy on the moveable shelf as well. I would switch out the snowblower and a lawn mower depending on the season. Good Luck!
@mattkerekanich
3 жыл бұрын
Even your neon shirt cannot outshine your bright personality
@ThatTechTeacher427
3 жыл бұрын
Wow! lol thanks!!!
@1229sisco
3 жыл бұрын
Maybe some small detachable ramps to push the snow blower right on top of the shelf might help with the little bit of lifting you have to do at the bottom. Just a thought. You can store them up the shelves as well.
@michaelbillups4186
Жыл бұрын
I can tell by your wardrobe that you are a man of good taste. "HELL YEAH, BROTHER!!"
@DavidMathew82
Жыл бұрын
Nice setup. I did an over the garage door shelf like you mention at the end and when I had to replace the garage door springs there was no issues for the installer. I was a bit worried about it as well, but turns out you don’t need a ton of clearance. Mostly just makes it a bit more annoying when using the tensioning rods to tighten the springs, but otherwise not a big deal.
@danny117hd
2 жыл бұрын
Ok video. You go up to attic to adjust it at the manifold. Just brilliant hahaha.
@xTinBenderX
2 жыл бұрын
Subscribed! After watching Stud Pack's garage shelve video this was a recommendation. Been thinking about a lift or hoist for the shop at the new house. Then realized I've already watched your monitor vids. I appreciate creators that do research and send it. Props for not skipping steps and chosing to keep a higher level of quality.
@jimbworkingman874
2 жыл бұрын
Love the idea. Have a manual system to lift a kayak to the ceiling using ropes, but this is simple and love the electric winch, I'll have to consider updating my lift. Wires are a good update too, no twist compared to rope. Thanks for taking the time to post the video. That was nicely done too!
@ube2slow
2 жыл бұрын
Pretty ingenious sir. Nice job, as most people wouldn't think to even attempt it.
@terryherrera5252
2 жыл бұрын
Only thing I would have done !! Build it to the center of the Gar !! Then you could plywood the joist. N had attic storage !! GREAT JOB !!
@48shams
3 жыл бұрын
Looks like the perfect remedy for lawnmower maintenance. Nicely done.
@ThatTechTeacher427
3 жыл бұрын
Hoping it helps
@tomatexelon
11 ай бұрын
This is similar to my platform lift in my garage that I always use. I’m so glad I made it!
@nickistenes6355
3 жыл бұрын
Ryan really just drilled holes in wood and metal on his carpet for this video. Also I really just got a Skippy Peanut Butter ad during this. Keep up the video man, love it.
@jocbt
7 ай бұрын
Looking at this, one could make a track system on the ceiling to allow the winch to be able to move side to side and back and forth, making it useful for all the shelves.
@Scott-sm9nm
3 жыл бұрын
OMG, I found someone as crazy as me and built a lift with that harbor freight winch. I built a large platform that lifts 4 bikes.
@derekrinaldi6652
3 жыл бұрын
Absolutely awesome design. Jay Bates had just done an oversized shop lift build, and I was curious to see something for a more "real" garage build. Not only is the timing perfect, but you're lay out is very straight forward. Great work as always, and keep up the excellent content!
@ThatTechTeacher427
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I watched his video when I was about half way done with mine, his was pretty impressive! Thanks for the kind words!
@benjaminreinhardt259
3 жыл бұрын
A piece of plywood with a pair of door hinges mounted to the right hand side (when looking at the house entry door) of the 'elevator' would make a handy ramp to roll the blower onto the platform.
@billffitch1787
3 жыл бұрын
Yep, that was my first thought too, just fasten the 2x4’back on each shelf end , then hinge the plywood piece on the platform.
@kejerf69
3 жыл бұрын
Perhaps I'm missing something but it looks like your ceiling structure is 2 by 6 on 24 inch center. If that is indeed the case it's going to come down eventually.
@whosonfirst1309
3 жыл бұрын
Put recess able transfer balls in the plywood and slide the snowblower on a piece plywood like an airplane container. Great job. I like the clean look also
@WthrLdy
8 ай бұрын
Love it. I'd make short ramps that snap on the end to stop the lifting.
@ThatTechTeacher427
8 ай бұрын
Ya that would make this much better
@WthrLdy
8 ай бұрын
Just those simple metal kit things that clip on when you want them and off when you don't Can make the ramp as long as you need it.@@ThatTechTeacher427
@LuisGarcia-jh2rw
2 жыл бұрын
It seems good for the spring space, just take the precautions when giving the turns to the springs
@Joel.Ravet88
3 жыл бұрын
Great video! I enjoined all the tech talk, implementation, nice! Also, nice shirt, can tell you channeled your inner freedom self doing the lift.
@mrcryptozoic817
8 ай бұрын
Very good, I like your description and idea. I can easily follow your instruction video. One thing I noticed (other than I'm late to the party), is it looks like you installed your cable clamps backwards. Remember this aphorism: "Never saddle a dead horse". That is, the saddle doesn't go over the cut off end; it goes over the live end.
@danielpascoa7203
Жыл бұрын
This was a great idea and it turned out to be solid! I have something like this in my near future. Unfortunitly i have rooms above my garage so hiding everything in the attic is out for me but i like the hitch, i only need enough lift for a work bench for some distillation equipment i use and up is the only option available, that said good video it gave me some good ideas, so thank you.
@ronmcmahon7892
3 жыл бұрын
Looks awesome the only thing I would add is hinge your in between platform to the stationary platform but then again I'd probably lose it if I didn't.
@Ctatwood
2 жыл бұрын
Dude you made this look easy. Amazing job.
@scoutmaster33
3 жыл бұрын
As someone with only a few inches above the garage door spring that had to undo a spring to put a cable back on this summer you should be able to do it so long as you don’t line up with one of those studs.
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