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04-29-2013, 11:51 AM
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where to hook up chain for cherry picker
Im pulling my engine /trans out of my 69 c10 and painting the engine compartment.
Borrowed a friends picker and it has a chain. Where do I want to hook up the chain too? Do I need one of those plates that bolt to the intake? It has the stock intake/carb so not sure if the plate would work on that.or can I run the chain through bolts in particular areas. Thanks guys Posted via Mobile Device |
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04-29-2013, 12:05 PM
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Re: where to hook up chain for cherry picker
The lift plates are the cats ass. You can even make your own out of 3/8" plate steel. Make sure you use grade 8 bolts if you use one. If you're pulling the engine and tranny as one unit, using a plate makes it really easy to tilt to make removal a breeze.
You can also use the holes in the front and rear of the heads. Gary
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04-29-2013, 12:16 PM
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Re: where to hook up chain for cherry picker
i use a chain going diagonal accross the exhaust ports of the heads has worked good for me on v8 engines the past 50years or so
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04-29-2013, 01:06 PM
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Re: where to hook up chain for cherry picker
I go diagonal to the accessory holes closest to intake so the chain doesn't damage the valve covers.
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04-29-2013, 01:20 PM
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Re: where to hook up chain for cherry picker
You may still have the factory lift brackets on the intake. Just run a chain through them and yank that sucker out.
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04-29-2013, 01:32 PM
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Re: where to hook up chain for cherry picker
I use the diagonal chain method also. Be careful how you position the chain because during removal...Shift Happens
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04-29-2013, 01:53 PM
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Re: where to hook up chain for cherry picker
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I would think the center pivot would be easier for wiggling and tilting. But it can be done with a diagonal chain.
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04-29-2013, 02:07 PM
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Re: where to hook up chain for cherry picker
I figure ill be doing this with various projects so a lift plate for ease of use is a good investment. Found one at autozone for $13, says universal application
Should I assume that this should work with my factory intake that had a 2 barrel on it? Dont want to drive to go get it if it wont, heres a picture  Posted via Mobile Device Posted via Mobile Device |
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04-29-2013, 02:16 PM
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Re: where to hook up chain for cherry picker
I've never used one on a 2 bbl, but they do work well with cast iron intakes. Still, I prefer to use grade 8 bolts in the heads (diagonal) because I usually have aluminum intakes and dont trust the threads.
This one claims to work on a 2 bbl and looks like nearly the same bolt holes. You could always drill your autozone plate out, as well. http://www.jegs.com/i/JEGS/555/80044/10002/-1
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04-29-2013, 07:36 PM
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Re: where to hook up chain for cherry picker
Not to hijack the thread but you mentioned creepers - my Harbor Freight plastic one is comfortable as heck, the wheels roll well on asphalt, and it sure was cheap!
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04-29-2013, 07:57 PM
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Re: where to hook up chain for cherry picker
I used angle iron last time and really liked it.
Multiple attachment points came in handy when listing side to side to shoot mounts. |
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04-29-2013, 08:36 PM
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Re: where to hook up chain for cherry picker
That was creative to use the angle iron.thanks for the tip on the creeper.theres a harbor freight 30min away.ill grab a creeper from there, my back will be thankful!!
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04-29-2013, 08:37 PM
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Re: where to hook up chain for cherry picker
Grabbed some bolts too
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05-03-2013, 01:47 AM
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Re: where to hook up chain for cherry picker
Damn...gonna have to drill holes in the plate.does NOT work with the factory intake that had a 2 barrel.
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05-03-2013, 09:47 AM
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Re: where to hook up chain for cherry picker
Anyone know of anyone having problems using a lift plate on an aluminum intake manifold ??
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