An alternative to a lift?

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RrogerD

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Has anyone any ingenious, thinking-out-of-the-box ideas for an alternative to a car lift?

We don't have access to a pit nor decent high-level ramps.

We're replacing gearbox, or rather rear-engine work, on a rear-wheel drive BMW and normal height axle-stands don't give enough clearance. We had use of a lift whilst dismantling but that option is no longer available sadly.

I'm thinking the only solution is to remove the engine, fix cam-chain etc, replace gearbox and slide the whole thing back into place as a single unit.

The ceiling joists aren't strong enough to winch a car from unfortunately.

Thanks
 
Mottie said:
Front up on stands, hoist to take the engine and 'box out in one go.
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I'm thinking, engine out is the way to. There are lift hire companies near me but not mobile, if there is such a thing and, very pricy. Everything is easily replaceable except the aircon re-gassing.
Cheers
 
RrogerD said:
Everything is easily replaceable except the aircon re-gassing.
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Just buy a can of gas from Halfords and do it yourself.
I used a can to recharge mine after doing a pipe repair two and a half years ago.
The thermometer in the ashtray is showing that it's blowing air at 5.2°C.
That picture was taken three weeks ago.
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