I see that another user used it for a wheelchair lift. Is it suitable/safe for lifting a 200 lb scooter into the back of a van?
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Without knowing your lift design, one can only tell you that the winch has more than enough capacity to lift 200lbs.
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Jane, Short answer - No ! It handles loads well - I use it for lifting a heavy telescope ~ 100lbs and the load required to stop reverse running is relatively small. But you really need a third hand if there is nothing handy to anchor the long tail cord. Ron Maddison. June 10th 2013
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I don't see any reason why that wouldn't work as long as it is a 12 volt battery and you put in a fuseable 30 amp link which can be purchased at any hardware or automotive supply store. You may need to sort out the connection between the battery pack and their socket connection. I have seen people with motorized whelchairs/scooters add such a connection off their battery that powers their mode of trnsportation and the lift worked just fine.
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i would not use it in a wheelchair. move it the wrong why and the device may send you out of your wheelchair.
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I would not suggest it...but w/ it set to lowest height it may work. Personally...after the length of time it took to put together & the weight of it - fitting into a van would be painful. Perhaps in the back of a pickup...tied down well - if that's an option
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This one lifts my car safely and can surely lift a piece of furniture. Safety is in how it is placed and how the furniture is balanced on it. Perhaps use two? see other answer.
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The scooter is so low to the ground that I think it would be fine. You don't need to use your legs to propel the scooter. My kids just use their arms to move the handle side to side. It's a really fun scooter and even the adults on my street like to use it. :)
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I've pulled other ATV 4-wheelers out of some fairly crappy spots. It's only rated for 1500 pounds and I've tugged nearly 1000 pounds with mine. For an inexpensive winch they work good but they're not bullet proof.
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I would think so. I've used it to lift up the whole front or back of a Ford Ranger, and Lexus RX300.
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Since this is mostly used by kids I'd say 150lbs or less. It's been used by people at 215lbs and while it works fine, the scooter is made for stunts and more weight means more stress on it. You'd need to check with the manufacturer for specific and legal weight specifications.
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Hi Jill. I use it to carry a SUP on a car but it should work just fine on a van.
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It will only hold a two-wheeled vehicle and is very narrow (no fat tires). I'd be worried about the back fenders of the scooter scraping the vehicle, but it depends on the model of scooter. Hope that helps.
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I used it for assisted towing on a boat. It could help hauling heavy items and people. So far it has been reliable, but it has its own limitations in super heavy weights. Stock shocks are worst when it comes to towing.
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i have never flown with the scooter but i see no reason why it would not be allowed as the handle bars fold back over the seat and it would be easier to store than a wheel chair. this scooter filled my needs to a "t" when i had foot surgery, it is well built and easy to use.
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You would have to remove the battery, the seat and the and the steering column to lift it by yourself. If you will be using be using the scooter quite often I would recommend some type of scooter lift.
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I don't think this is the item you would want. Unless this is a kneeling type bus, that allows a wheel chair & this cart to roll onto it's step,,, It does not lift easily when loaded. It is very easy to lift when empty,, both when open & folded up,,, The cloth fabric & webbing material I think would quickly become compromised if pickup up repeatedly with a heavy load.
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Yes it will work the only thing is that you need to use it little by little so the motor doesn't overheat. I installed it on my minivan to haul a wheelchair.