How do I lift a 1989 Oday 192 with a crane? My marina provides a one ton crane but owners need to make their own slings to use with the crane. All the small boat guys (300 lb boats) just hook to reinforced cleats. Clearly I can't do that with a 1400#lb boat. Suggestions? Locations for lifting points?
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I own a 17' powerboat that weighs approximately 2500 lbs. The lift I use in my boat house uses 3" or 4" wide nylon straps attached to cables that are then winched up with motor. I have been doing this for the lat twenty years. Check Overton's or West Marine for boat lifts or do a search on the internet. The straps can be purchased separately from a lift system. I replaced mine approximately 5-6 years ago. You should be able to fashion a sling system from them.
I own a 17' powerboat that weighs approximately 2500 lbs. The lift I use in my boat house uses 3" or 4" wide nylon straps attached to cables that are then winched up with motor. I have been doing this for the lat twenty years. Check Overton's or West Marine for boat lifts or do a search on the internet. The straps can be purchased separately from a lift system. I replaced mine approximately 5-6 years ago. You should be able to fashion a sling system from them.
Been wanting to ask the same Question.
Mike, Thanks for asking the question. I am in the same situation w/ my Capri 18. I have been told that attaching a sling to the keel bolts is also an option, but I'd rather not go there as I am not mechanically inclined and parts must be made. I like Norm's suggestion. My concern is how to get the sling under the hull when it's time to lift the boat out of the water and back onto the trailer. Is anyone concerned about the sling sliding out from under the boat while in midair? I'll be watching for future posts on this.
Mike, Thanks for asking the question. I am in the same situation w/ my Capri 18. I have been told that attaching a sling to the keel bolts is also an option, but I'd rather not go there as I am not mechanically inclined and parts must be made. I like Norm's suggestion. My concern is how to get the sling under the hull when it's time to lift the boat out of the water and back onto the trailer. Is anyone concerned about the sling sliding out from under the boat while in midair? I'll be watching for future posts on this.
Lifting with a sling
I would use a sling and frame to lift this size of boat. Though lifting straps that are long enough could be used. Just make sure the straps are in good shape and the attachment points on the straps are rated high enough for the task at hand. Just think it through first. Oh by the way, dont for get to remove the mast prior to lifting. It's not worth the risk of damage to lift the boat with it stepped.
I would use a sling and frame to lift this size of boat. Though lifting straps that are long enough could be used. Just make sure the straps are in good shape and the attachment points on the straps are rated high enough for the task at hand. Just think it through first. Oh by the way, dont for get to remove the mast prior to lifting. It's not worth the risk of damage to lift the boat with it stepped.
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Thanks for the advice
Brian, Thank you for the advice and picture. I hope this helps Mike. I'm speaking about a small yacht club type hoist rather than a Large crane hoist. Most boats I've seen lift w/ the mast up as it is not going to interfere w/ the straps or the crane arm.
Brian, Thank you for the advice and picture. I hope this helps Mike. I'm speaking about a small yacht club type hoist rather than a Large crane hoist. Most boats I've seen lift w/ the mast up as it is not going to interfere w/ the straps or the crane arm.
Lifting with a Sling
For the weight of the boats we are talking about a heavy tow strap will work. It needs to be a minimum of 3 inches wide and designed for heavy work (see link). The way to position them is to slide one under the bow and one under the stern. Position them in thirds and make sure they are not twisted. Attach the straps to the hook then lift away. If the straps are not long enough then leaders of S/steel cable will need to be made. Yes, lifting with the mast up is posible and people do it quite often, but if you are not very experienced at it is it worth the risk? Especially since you can use the crane to step it down if you dont feel like wrestling with it. Also make sure before you put pressure on the straps that all hardware on the deck is clear and that the strap is not on one of the lifeline stanchions. Again good luck
For the weight of the boats we are talking about a heavy tow strap will work. It needs to be a minimum of 3 inches wide and designed for heavy work (see link). The way to position them is to slide one under the bow and one under the stern. Position them in thirds and make sure they are not twisted. Attach the straps to the hook then lift away. If the straps are not long enough then leaders of S/steel cable will need to be made. Yes, lifting with the mast up is posible and people do it quite often, but if you are not very experienced at it is it worth the risk? Especially since you can use the crane to step it down if you dont feel like wrestling with it. Also make sure before you put pressure on the straps that all hardware on the deck is clear and that the strap is not on one of the lifeline stanchions. Again good luck
Found the straps I use
Mike, See the attached link for the straps I was referring to. My lift system utilizes an electric motor, galvanized steel rope(cables), pulleys and a pair of these straps to lift my 2,500# powerboat. You really have to make sure the straps do not slip up the bow and stern when lifting a sailboat. A powerboat has a flatter bottom than most sailboats do. Hope this helps. You have to click on the "Click her for more items" button - item #23389
Mike, See the attached link for the straps I was referring to. My lift system utilizes an electric motor, galvanized steel rope(cables), pulleys and a pair of these straps to lift my 2,500# powerboat. You really have to make sure the straps do not slip up the bow and stern when lifting a sailboat. A powerboat has a flatter bottom than most sailboats do. Hope this helps. You have to click on the "Click her for more items" button - item #23389
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