Does anyone know if a very lightweight "crane" is available for our trucks.

Would like one that mounts in/on the bed rail

I want to lift and swing into the bed a 175 lb generator.

I am getting to old to heft it up by hand.

Don't want to bolt it to the bed.

Thanks

I've seen em' that lift electric wheel chairs and such at the front corner of the bed, don't know how they mount though.. but maybe do a search on electric wheelchairs or something... just a thought...

How do you want it to mount?

I've seen some before, but they all have to mount somehow to the bed of the truck....

check www.truckstv.com
look around on there, i saw stacey mount one on one episode about 6 months ago. it was strong enough to load a engine block but was light enought to handle.

What about this???

http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/Displayitem.taf?itemnumber=47591

-Jeff

Thanks guys.

The spitzlift looks like its close to what I want.

Now I have to chase one down.

How about getting rid of the 175# generator and getting two honda eu2000's(46#'s ea.) patched together for 4000w two lightweight reliable gens and when you only need one that's all you have to deal with...

Money better spent than on an expensive lift... JMHO

there is a company that makes a crane that folds into the bumber. I know one our vendors has one on his truck. The downside is you have to change bumpers.
If you would like I can call and get the name.

http://www.schlagel.net/bumper.htm

Kinda nice...

"Pep" why didn't you suggest that 6 months ago. LOL

No to the Schlegal, to big.

I currently use two "ramps" to slide it into the bed, then heft it around.

Thanks again.

"Pep" why didn't you suggest that 6 months ago. LOL

No to the Schlegal, to big.

I currently use two "ramps" to slide it into the bed, then heft it around.

Thanks again.
You didn't ask me...LOL

Ithink your gonna pay for whatever lift you get probably around $1k min. ...

Sell your gen. and get two honda's I'm thinking the same thing just to have a/c in my new 20 ft. work trailer. better than carting one huge gen around all the time and worrying about space or weight. Those parallel cables arent cheap, but well worth it. Then I can haul one in the boat with some lights on a pole for some good night fishing... quiet too...can hardly hear those things run...

As far as spending more $$ your health is worth every penny... that ought to sell it to the little lady...

Here you go...

http://www.4electricscooters.com/Harmar-Mobility-AL200.htm

AL200 $749 <TABLE class=clear width="100%"><TBODY><TR><TD vAlign=top align=left width="65%">Offset Post Upgrade for Tailgate Applications</TD><TD vAlign=top align=right>$64.29</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE> processing fee $5.95


Harmar Mobility has combined high lifting capacity and light weight components into the easy to use AL200 Universal Inside Lift. The AL200 incorporates the same top quality lifting assembly as the AL400 series and can be used in many applications, from car trunks and pickup beds to side and rear cargo doors. The AL200 can be easily disassembled into 3 lightweight components weighing less than 17 lbs. Ultra heavy duty construction assures the AL200 is "Built to Last".

Adjustable Base fits most vehicles on either side
350 lb. Lift Capacity
Only 30" Headroom Required for Operation
Weather Resistant for Truck Applications
Disassembles for Trunk Use
Remote Hand Control
Weight of Lift 39 lbs
Power Lift: Yes
Lifting Height 34"
Range of Arm: 360 degrees
complete $794.53 shipped to your door complete with offset arm

800-339-6329 ask for Shawn @ ext 107

What about a tomy gate? The lifting tailgates?

Pep,

You are just full of helpful, and expensive, suggestions.

This idea of the twin Hondas is a good one. When I researched the generator last year, I decided to go with the Yamaha because I was told that the 2 to 1 converter box was blowing up the Honda's. Oh well.

May look at doing it anyway.

Talked to Pete this afternoon, and he suggested that I look at putting a small, home made winch in the receiver.

Will look at that.

Rat,

I do not want this to be permanent. I only want to use it a couple times a year.

Thanks guys

kbstinky,

can you fabricate? (have welder, etc)

Duck,

Have welder will travel. Oops, that was Have Gun Will Travel. For us older folks that was a really good shootem up western TV program.

Onward. Yes I do have a welder. However, it has been so many years, I am not sure I could do anything but spray metal all over. But it is a good idea.

Pep,

I really am glad you suggested Harman. I have a friend that cannot drive any more and had a Harman lift taken out of the trunk of his car. In fact I took him to the store to have it done. I offered him $100 for it, and he said yes. It is like brand new. It has been in his trunk and protected from the elements. Most importantly it will lift 400lbs.

All I would have to do is construct (as Duck suggested) an adapter that goes in my receiver with a vertical arm and mounting plate that I would mount the Harman lift to.

I am so smart.................

Thanks again for the thought provoking ideas.

Get your friends model # and Call Harman and see if they can adapt that lift to a the truck bed mount...

The lift boom and post are usually removeable from the mount bracket...

Maybe just buy the truck bed mount and all will be fine... theres nothing wrong with leaving the base in the bed...JMO

I will be picking up the lift on Monday.

Will let you know how it comes out.

Have a good one.

I will be picking up the lift on Monday.

Will let you know how it comes out.

Have a good one.
whats the verdict?