SL 320 Roof Lifting Frame

[John042]

Hi I believe there were some past treads reference availability of hardtop roof lifting frames? I've managed to install a pulley system in my garage and am now looking to find/purchase the lifting frame for a1998 320 SL Panoramic roof. Can anyone point me to a UK supplier please.Thankyou for any replies. John C

 

[kingdave]

They're often known as 'shuttles' a few on here will have them, but not all that want to... they're like hens teeth.
I found this image - not sure who's it is

I think the only advice I've seen acquiring one is to monitor ebay both here and in Germany.

Good luck!

 

[Doodle]

Easy Hoists UK

 

[John042]

Thanks for the swift replies. I to found the diagram of that hoist kingdave I've managed the pulley and cable system so that it doesn't take up to much height, it's the lifting frame I want. I did miss one on e*** some time ago but guess my option is Germany. Thanks. John C.

 

[kingdave]

Thanks for the swift replies. I to found the diagram of that hoist kingdave I've managed the pulley and cable system so that it doesn't take up to much height, it's the lifting frame I want. I did miss one on e*** some time ago but guess my option is Germany. Thanks. John C.

Sorry, I got the wrong end of the stick, I thought you were after the other type of lift. To get just the harness should be much easier. My r107 came with one but I've not been able to mount a pulley, so I'm the opposite to you.

Did the easyhoists link from Doodle show you anything useful?

 

[John042]

Hi kingdave, yes easyhoist do market one at about £500+!! I have considered making a webbing cradle but am a bit reluctant give the cost of a panoramic roof and the weight, about 45 kgs. Might be lucky and find one secondhand. Cheers John C.

 

[Sp!ke]

I would make a simple frame from timber with some padded webbing.

Can't cost much to do.

 

[RichardF]

On this subject, what's the best way to sore the hardtop? Mines lent against the garage wall rear screen at the bottom

 

[BTB 500]

On this subject, what's the best way to sore the hardtop? Mines lent against the garage wall rear screen at the bottom

A proper storage trolley is probably the best option. You can also get padded bags which can be hung on the garage wall (with the hardtop inside).

I have mine in a padded bag, on a storage trolley

 

[RichardF]

A proper storage trolley is probably the best option. You can also get padded bags which can be hung on the garage wall (with the hardtop inside).

I have mine in a padded bag, on a storage trolley

Okay no trolley or padded bag. Should I lean it against the wall or just lie it flat or are both these options a no no that will result in untold damage and mayhem.

 

[tanuie]

Hi kingdave, yes easyhoist do market one at about £500+!! I have considered making a webbing cradle but am a bit reluctant give the cost of a panoramic roof and the weight, about 45 kgs. Might be lucky and find one secondhand. Cheers John C.

Hi, I have made a webbing cradle for my panoramic roof, I used
50mm webbing ratchet straps, I have a electric hoist to lift the
roof off, the straps need a bit of adjusting but the weight isn't
a problem. make's the garage roof creak a bit though, but
perfectly safe.

 

[boxbrownie]

Looking at that easyhoists illustration you could easily make up a frame using (if you have no access to welding equipment) gas pipe, the cast iron type with screw fittings and a few polishing pads at strategic points where the frame contacts the roof.
There are various 90 degree and tee connectors available.......you could make a very strong frame up with a little thought.

 

[BTB 500]

Okay no trolley or padded bag. Should I lean it against the wall or just lie it flat or are both these options a no no that will result in untold damage and mayhem.

I would lean it against the wall, screen at the bottom (as you have done). Search on eBay for a trolley.

 

[IanA2]

Okay no trolley or padded bag. Should I lean it against the wall or just lie it flat or are both these options a no no that will result in untold damage and mayhem.

I have a bag I bought and never used.

 

[John042]

Thanks for the suggestions. My preference is to use webbing straps, possibly two loops across the roof front and rear? Cheers J C