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06-08-2010, 10:26 PM
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Heavy Lifting
I need to remove the fleetside longbed from my1972 pickup. How heavy is this going to be and how many hands will I need. Also is there any tips as to the best way to do this.
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06-08-2010, 10:32 PM
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Re: Heavy Lifting
4 guys, one on each corner. also make sure you have a place to set it that wont crush the bottom of the sides. double check for a ground strap before you try and lift it. you also can take off the tailgate if you want to lighten the load.
Matt
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06-08-2010, 10:39 PM
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Re: Heavy Lifting
Removing the rear tires helps too, you don't have to lift it over the tires. Then you can also drop the frame a little lower.
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06-09-2010, 12:25 AM
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Re: Heavy Lifting
one guy engine hoist and imagination on how to use the tool then it can b done with one hand
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06-09-2010, 12:29 AM
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Re: Heavy Lifting
FOUR GUYS & A CASE OF BEER FOR WHEN IT'S OFF AS INCENTIVE.
 JOHN
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06-09-2010, 12:33 AM
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Re: Heavy Lifting
Some of those blocks in the peromyds (sp) weigh 400 tons. Figure that one out.
 john
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06-09-2010, 03:17 PM
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Re: Heavy Lifting
The best advice I see here is no Beer until the work is done. That is a good rule always. Thanks guys for the info. It helps alot
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06-09-2010, 06:52 PM
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Re: Heavy Lifting
ive had mine on and off with me and 3 guys- it went pretty easy. just don't forget to have cold ones handy!
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06-09-2010, 08:22 PM
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Re: Heavy Lifting
me and one friend, John Deere, but he drinks diesel.
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06-10-2010, 12:49 AM
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Re: Heavy Lifting
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