I'm looking to a buy an engine hoist and stand. I see that stands are pretty cheap at harbor freight. Are they decent enough? I found a hoist on CL for 300 I might look at but if anyone is selling one or knows someone who is any lead would be appreciated. Any brands to avoid? Thanks.
I have this harbour freight engine hoist and have used it for years on about 15 projects. It's not bad but i did immediately replace the pivot bolt with a hardened steel pin for peace of mind. https://www.harborfreight.com/1-ton-capacity-foldable-shop-crane-61858.html If i knew how much i would have used it when i bought it i probably would have spent a little more on a nicer one.
I've had this one for nearly 15 years (Before harbor freight had a location here). I've done nothing but use the hell out of it. It sat outside for years at my last house when the wind and snow shredded my tarp shed. https://www.northerntool.com/shop/tools/product_200640934_200640934
I think I got this same one. Only "complaint" whatsoever is the little crank handle on the load leveler is a little janky. Otherwise been satisfied with the thing as a whole. And it's nice that it folds up to take up less space.
Just make sure you get a "2 ton" one and not a "1 ton" , not because you will lift that much, but because of the longer reach.
