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Old 05-19-2022, 01:35 PM   #3
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Re: Engine hoist

I bought mine from HF over 10 years ago.. I don't use it much but I do use it, and it's been trouble free except for one "quirk". The folding leg design is a bit troublesome. It has 6 casters but only 4 contact the floor at any one time. With the legs extended and locked into place, the "middle" casters don't contact the floor which isn't a problem. But when the legs are folded upright, the hoist leans forward a small amount. this slight angle change at the casters makes it difficult to roll the hoist in a straight line. It wants to wander off in any direction except the way you want to go. Kinda like trying to steer a grocery cart that has a bent wheel, only more difficult.
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