Will the Viking Solutions Rack Jack Magnum Hoist Work To Lift Boat On Roof

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Will this provide enough space and clearance to place a pedal boat on top of my Land Rover SUV?

asked by: Regan D

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I do have an option for you but the Viking Solutions Rack Jack Magnum Hoist part # 310-VMH001 won't work for lifting items on a roof, the boom is not long enough to reach this high. I would instead recommend some sort of pulley system like Thule MultiLift Cargo Lift and Storage System part # TH572.

expert reply by: Conner L

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Yes, a 5 mm wire rope will work with the Thule MultiLift Cargo Lift and Storage System #TH572; however, you do not need to purchase any rope separately. The storage system actually comes with a 5 mm x 10 m rope that you'll use with the…

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Answer 2

With an evenly distributed load, the Thule Roof Mounted Storage Lift, #TH572, has a maximum weight capacity of 100kg or approximately 220 lbs. That means that if loaded properly it could carry the weight of your two kayaks. The tricky part will be…

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If you need to raise and lower your cargo box on and off the vehicle then I recommend the Thule MultiLift Cargo Lift and Storage System part #TH572 which is designed specifically for this purpose. This is an all-in-one kit that comes with…

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I do not have a solution that involves an electric winch. If you have a garage, I have an idea that might work for you. I recommend the Thule MultiLift Cargo Lift and Storage System - Ceiling Mount - 220 lbs, part #TH572. Since it has a weight limit…

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The Thule MultiLift Cargo Lift and Storage System part #TH572 has ropes that will extend about 6.5' from their attachment points which is about 4" from the mounting surface so the maximum extension from your ceiling is about 6' 10"…

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Answer 6

I checked with Thule and the max length from the mounting surface to the ends of the ropes on Thule hoist #TH572 is 200cm which in inches is 78.8 inches or about 6-1/2 feet. So from the bottom of the item on the roof of the vehicle that you need to…

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Answer 7

Since the Thule MultiLift Cargo Lift and Storage System - Ceiling Mount #TH572 has a capacity of 220 lbs it would easily be able to lift your tent that weighs 160 lbs.

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Answer 8

I attached a picture that has several dimensions of the Viking Solutions Rack Jack Magnum Hoist #310-VMH001. I also spoke with my contact at Viking Solutions and he told me they designed this hoist for fitting a hitch height of around 18 inches. The…

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Answer 9

According to sketches we've received from Viking Solutions in the past it looks like the outside section of the Rack Jack Magnum Hoist w/ Winch #310-VMH001 sits about 17.1" out from the center of the hitch receiver. Attached is the…

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Answer 10

The Viking Solutions Rack Jack Magnum Hoist #310-VMH001 can be completely broken down for storage and will not take up very much space. This will not be an issue with your Deck system and I did include a picture of the part as it will come to you.…

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Answer 11

The Viking Solutions Rack Jack Magnum Hoist with Winch for 2" Hitches - 650lbs Item #310-VMH001 does come apart easily for quick storage. You can pull the swiveling tube and legs off of the base tube and place each part separately in your…

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Answer 12

I went out to the warehouse and weighed each component of the Viking Solutions Rack Jack Magnum Hoist part #310-VMH001 for you. The entire weight can vary from unit to unit slightly but it should be around 70 lbs. The individual weights are all…

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