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Too cold outside and in the shop to do much so I have been looking at old threads looking to learn different ways of doing things. Several threads mentioned ways to load, move, and unload the machines we used in our hobby. I did not see mentioned a method I have used to unload my machines when I get them home. I have moved all my machines on a two axle trailer. A trailer often mentioned for this purpose is one with a hydraulic drop. Not having such a specialized trailer I improvised. The photo below shows the method I use to get a recent lathe purchase off the trailer in into the shop. I block the trailer all round while I get the machine onto a pallet jack and ready to move. I then remove the rear wheels and lower the trailer down. Place a jack under the tongue and raise it until the rear of the trailer sets on the drive. A piece of steel plate placed on a lip welded to the trailer makes a nice smooth ramp. Attach the cable winch to the machine and with someone on the winch and one steering the pallet jack, the unload is easy and safe.
Benny
The Orphanage Never Closes
Benny
The Orphanage Never Closes