How do _you_ move equipment? What "tools" do you use?

20 Oct 2003

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   I believe
I'll probably put together a pair of sturdy oak ramps, maybe
 12" wide, that hook to the bumper of the truck. Then I'll use a winch to
 pull the IBM up the incline - although I'm not sure yet what to use under
 the lower end to stop it grating on the ground once its picked up off its
 casters... Perhaps a skateboard? :) 

Your oak ramp is a good idea

Use a large sheet of aluminum or steel about 3 foot by 3 foot. Larger is 
better and stainless steel is better than aluminum.  The cabinet will actually 
skid on the metal until the casters take over going up the ramp. The plate might 
try to kick out so be careful, particularly if it is too small.

If you are going to make a ramp bevel the ends of the boards or put some 
wedges at the end so the metal doesn't deform. You want a smooth skid surface.

Be especially careful of your center of gravity on the incline.

Good luck,
Paxton
Astoria, OR

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How do _you_ move equipment? What "tools" do you use?