Hoist Details



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Winch lead pulley alignment


Bottom corner - note hinge pin relief


Top beam - brace notches


Braces in their notches


Lead pulley eye bolt & doubler plate


Doubler plate on inside


Removable parts of top pulley


Installing top pulley


Carry straps (1" nylon web sewn into a loop)


Handles (1" PVC pipe)


Cleats/straps for harness stowage


Harness stowed


Quick-clip pins to retain wheels


Just keeps them from falling out


Cleats to retain braces


Keeps them neat during transport


Strapped for transport


Bundle and carry straps layout


Wheel mount holes (loose fit)


Handles stow if you like things neat


Winch side bundle ready to go


All the parts stack like so...


Easy up &  easy down. The best detail of all!


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