can it be mounted to an overhead 2x4
1606200
You have several issues here. First, consider what is holding up the 2x4. I wouldn't put a point load of 400 lbs in the middle of a span of say, 8ft. I have mine supported by a 2x8. The bolt hole spacing on the hoist is about 3 1/2 inches, so the 2x8 is wide enough to cover the holes. I bought some longer bolts (2 1/2 i think), bored the hole pattern of the hoist through the 2x8, and bolted it without using the steel brackets and short bolts that came with the hoist. If you already have a 2x4 in place, you could do the short span of 2x8 like i did and then attach the 2x8 to the 2x4. That would accommodate the bolt pattern and add stiffness. You have several issues here. First, consider what is holding up the 2x4. I wouldn't put a point load of 400 lbs in the middle of a span of say, 8ft. I have mine supported by a 2x8. The bolt hole spacing on the hoist is about 3 1/2 inches, so the 2x8 is wide enough to cover the holes. I bought some longer bolts (2 1/2 i think), bored the hole pattern of the hoist through the 2x8, and bolted it without using the steel brackets and short bolts that came with the hoist. If you already have a 2x4 in place, you could do the short span of 2x8 like i did and then attach the 2x8 to the 2x4. That... » Read More You have several issues here. First, consider what is holding up the 2x4. I wouldn't put a point load of 400 lbs in the middle of a span of say, 8ft. I have mine supported by a 2x8. The bolt hole spacing on the hoist is about 3 1/2 inches, so the 2x8 is wide enough to cover the holes. I bought some longer bolts (2 1/2 i think), bored the hole pattern of the hoist through the 2x8, and bolted it without using the steel brackets and short bolts that came with the hoist. If you already have a 2x4 in place, you could do the short span of 2x8 like i did and then attach the 2x8 to the 2x4. That would accommodate the bolt pattern and add stiffness. « Show Less
1606201
With some modification yes, but a single 2x4 in not strong enough to use to full capacity .
1606202
The previous comments are correct. It cannot be mounted to a 2x4 without additional fabrication. The potential loading is too great for a 2x4 and cannot be recommended.
1606203
You have several issues here. First, consider what is holding up the 2x4. I wouldn't put a point load of 400 lbs in the middle of a span of say, 8ft. I have mine supported by a 2x8. The bolt hole spacing on the hoist is about 3 1/2 inches, so the 2x8 is wide enough to cover the holes. I bought some longer bolts (2 1/2 i think), bored the hole pattern of the hoist through the 2x8, and bolted it without using the steel brackets and short bolts that came with the hoist. If you already have a 2x4 in place, you could do the short span of 2x8 like i did and then attach the 2x8 to the 2x4. That would accommodate the bolt pattern and add stiffness.
1606204
Not directly with the brackets included. The brackets provided fit a 1.75 inch tube - round or square. You will have to improvise and/or build/buy some attachment hardware or brackets. That is what I did, and it's not too difficult if you have some mechanical ability.
1756761
I don't see any reason why your could not. I did not mount mine that way but you should not have any problem doing that.
517003
Yes. You will need a couple bolts to mount depending upon your application.
792118
Yes, but you will need longer screws. I have mine mounted on 4X4 fence post. I use stainless steel screws instead of the one that came with the pole. Good luck to you. YY
1409702
Should be able to. I would but a 2x4 behind it to keep it from pushing to far into the wall since it is made for a 2x4 wall.
210469
I have a 4x4 and we did get it in but had to modify it as it was about 2 inches too long. I would have returned it if I had the time.
99981
yes if you mount it on top of ceiling studs mounted yo a board across top of ceiling studs
1469532
I don't recall this claim. I mounted mine to a single overhead engineered truss in a garage. You can mount to a floor joists or a truss/rafter. Studs run vertically in walls.
607458
Yes, it can be mounted. There are mount holes on the bottom of the base of the unit. The unit weighs less than 3 pounds.
1087896
Seems to be flush, I would think some heavy duty wood screws with epoxy would suffice for mounting to 2x4s
1036993
I wish I could answer that with some authority but I cannot. I put in an area with a drop ceiling and attached it to a 2"x4".
1796551
I mounted mine on the wall above my garage with extra 2x4s behind the wall for support using the Spalding 316 U-Turn Lift System Bracket. The system "says" it can be used for a roof mount, but I'm not sure.
1267309
It comes with a bracket to be screwed to something. So you could put a 4x4 post in the ground and attach it to that.
418462
unless you can weld I am not sure. maybe put another board down lengthwise and mount to that
1126227
Max supported is 2x4 (and that's what I'm using), but you can find articles that claim 2x8 works.
966991
I am not sure if a 2x4 would work. I am using them in 1x4 panels and they work fine, but not sure if there would be enough threading left to secure them to a 2x4.
1239437
no you cannot! it requires some type of rail system to be able to mount it! at least the one i have