overhead bridge crane

**IntheGroove** · Aug 25, 2023, 10:14 AM

For the block and tackle I would use yacht braid. Not only is it pretty, but it won't break...

**WmRMeyers** · Aug 25, 2023, 10:39 AM

Originally Posted by Philip Davies

As it happens, Frank, I have just made up a workshop crane, for my 8’ x 6’ shed! I have a question for forum members. The new block & tackle is just to raise my compound table from its shelf onto the bench drill. The line supplied is 3-ply nylon and I don’t see how it can be used, since it twists, of course. Can I expect to remedy the twist by stretching the line against the twist, or have I sufficient grounds for a refund, doyouthink?Attachment 46096

If you don't like the line in it, replace it. The Yacht braid, or something similar in hemp will likely fix your concern there. I have one of those (used in this area to suspend deer for field prep) that I've used to get several water heaters in and out of the attic of this house. I've not found the twisted nylon cord a problem, but YMMV! Bought a 1/4-ton chain hoist last time, since I couldn't find the game hoist, and the new water heater was much smaller than when I first did this. It's probably going to wind up in the shop one of these days. Which I why I keep following the hoist discussions...

The first time I did this job, it was a 50 gallon water heater tank. Been going with progressively smaller heaters over the 27 years I've been here.

Bill

**Jon** · Aug 25, 2023, 03:58 PM

Congratulations Frank S - your Overhead Bridge Crane is the Homemade Tool of the Week!

Nice big build to complement your big shop, and yet another good use of oilfield pipe.

Some more good builds from this week:

Jay Bolts by Frank S
Hand Plane by e_m_maker
Rain Gage Clamp by Don42
Engine Support by Frank S
Metal Bandsaw by GBWM
Plasma Cutter Guide by fergiomaria
Face Milling Cutter by Alans Home Workshop
Belt Grinder by Maisternia
Lathe Change Gear by PaulsGarageProjects
Hose End Crimping Tool by troyhaack
Marking Gauge by RCTURKA
Jigsaw Modification by fox craft

Frank S - you'll be receiving a $100 cash prize, in your choice of Amazon, PayPal, or bitcoin. Please PM me your current email address and payment choice and I'll get it sent over right away.

This is your 13th Homemade Tool of the Week. Here are all of your Homemade Tool of the Week winning tools. Congrats again

Bolt On Receiver Hitch by Frank S

tags: portable, towing, adjustable

D10 Bulldozer Blade Conversion by Frank S

tags: blade, modification

Trailer with Cranes by Frank S

tags: trailer, crane

Wood Stove Heat Recovery Unit by Frank S

tags: heater

Panel Bandsaw by Frank S

tags: bandsaw, hydraulic

Rolling Scaffold by Frank S

tags: portable, adjustable, platform