How to move my new cab on the flat bed from from the ground

[Robo_bot]

i have just purchased a new cab and front clip and i have to figure out a way to get it onto a flat bed trailer does anybody have any suggestions and or pics that go with ur ideas

[walker]

You can use an engine hoist with a strap through the window openings. Four guys can pick one. Buy/build a wheel dolly and roll it up on ramps. Use some 4x6's as skids and drag it up.
OR!!!! you can use a sawzall, cut it up into managable chucks, take it home and weld it gback together

[Robo_bot]

lol ya lots of welding i would think :p but ya thanx for the other 2 suggestions

[Longhorn Man]

I wouldn't pick it up with a strap. I have heard that this can damage it.
However, a 4X4 of wood that sticks out about a foot on each side would distribute the weight a bit better.
4 people can easily get a cab into the back of a pick up, actually, we were stepping on each other's feet in doing this. I would imagine a trailer would be pretty easy.
Actually, 3 of us got it in the truck the second time, but we were in a little pain the next morning.

[Robo_bot]

lol sh*tty deals ya im not gonna lift this cause its a mint cab and the front clip is still attached to it so ya lol but the 4x4 wood is another good idea thanx

[veltex]

how about some large swivel caster type wheels or swivel dolly type wheels attached to the four body mounts? like off a large welding cart, wouldnt take much to rig it up and roll it

[veltex]

I didnt notice the front wrap is still attached, maybe same plan but two more casters in the radiator support mounts, or take the fenders and hood off

[68c10owner]

i used the "4 guys" approch when i bought my 70. the cab was totally stripped and had no glass or doors so it wasn`t too bad. the swb bed with the metal floor felt heavier.

[stllookn]

I have used a sling on my cabs with no problems. I just use two straps and take a wrap around each window post so that it is not supported across the middle of the cab. That cross section is plenty strong but it can slip front to back depending upon what is still hanging on the fire wall. If the doors are still on it they provide additional strength, but lots more weight too. It is much lighter without the glass, doors, power brake booster, heater core, etc. Sometimes I just roll them along the grass until I get them where I want them...LOL!

[Robo_bot]

lol see this cab that im trying to get on this thing has everything in the interior all the glass and doors and hood and front clip its all there

[JOE BOB]

If that is the case, the best way is to enlist 4, 5 or six of your friends. That will be the best way to ensure the integrity of your cab. I broke a toe taking a '79 14 bolt 3/4 ton rear end out of the back of my pick up. I knew I could “dead lift” the thing, so I figured it was going to be like a "reverse deadlift". Besides, I can throw 1/2 ton rears around like there is no tomorrow, so what’s the big deal? Well, I sure found out! I wound up with bruised thighs and a broken toe, but my precious 14 bolt was not harmed, and got it to where it needed to be! Later, Joe Bob.

[Longhorn Man]

Toes grow back, 14 bolt rears do not.

[Hotrodhenryj]

I had the same problem. I used to use a cherry picker through the door with a 4X4 for support. It worked but if it were to slip major damage. I built this one here out of 4" channel beam. I use a 2" nylon strap and support it inside with a 2X4 which sticks out 4" on each side. I have lifted 3 cabs so far and none were damaged. This cab was complete and no damage was done to the doors or cab.

[TsgtE662]

Why not get 2 4 x 4's long enough to go under the cab and extend out from it maybe a foot, bolt four 6" wheel castors to these, and bolt the cab to the 4 x 4's using the cab mounts holes and then push it onto the trailer. Keep this set up for later use.
Just an idea.

[jorgensensc]

Here's a thought, Take the front doghouse (Clip) off. Take a little more time and don't risk damaging your new cab. Work smarter not harder. Just my .02.

[Bowtie67]

Grease the hell out of a canvas, jack body up slide underneath and call flatbed, if its real tough call flatbed and let him figure it out...