1:18 equipment

[bayden]

Anyone interested in a two post hoist in 1:18 scale could give this guy a try. Mark at Pitstop models, Melton Victoria. 03 9743 1100. After talking to him today I believe that it has moving arms etc. and is possible to have a car lifted off the floor, sounds pretty good. sorry no pictures though. His shops website is www.pitstopmodelcars.com.au

[v8coupe]

I have see one of these just today, at model mainia in the city (melbourne). I looks great, even had the oil patch on the floor. I think the price was $100 and something for it.

[v8coupe]

bayden,

This is the one I saw in a model shop, made by GMP.
http://www.gmpdiecast.com/cgi-bin/SoftCart.exe/scstore/c-Tools_c_Trailers.html?L+scstore+yhsj5719+103036498 6

[ZORAK]

You guys are bad! I just purchased the GMP hoist and both sets of tools they offer and also American Muscle offers a set as well that I got. Look on ebay as they are cheaper than RRP!

[Dutchy]

I'm in the process of manufacturing my own 1:18 scale 2 post hoist. It's 3/4 completed has threaded rod in the posts so the arms can be raised and lowered snd easily carries a model car. I will post a photo when it is completed.

[ZORAK]

I have neither the skill nor the time to do that but I would love to see the pics when you are done. :)

[Dutchy]

Unfortunately I don't have much time either, it's taken me quite a while to get to this stage but another couple of hours should see it completed. I'll just have to figure out how to post a picture.

[ZORAK]

Can't wait to see it and also get all mine and then I have to work out what to do with all the stuff!

[ZORAK]

Well I have been away for a few days and now I am back all the 1:18 equipment arrived. I have basically taken it out of the packages and put it amongst my diecast models but here are a few shots for those interested.

Quality and detail vary from manufacturer to manufacturer.

When I get time I will try to build a complete garage and put all this stuff in it.

http://www.yourmail.org/diecast_acces/hoist1.jpg

http://www.yourmail.org/diecast_acces/hoist2.jpg

http://www.yourmail.org/diecast_acces/hoist3.jpg

http://www.yourmail.org/diecast_acces/xb1.jpg

http://www.yourmail.org/diecast_acces/xb2.jpg

http://www.yourmail.org/diecast_acces/xb3.jpg

http://www.yourmail.org/diecast_acces/xc1.jpg

http://www.yourmail.org/diecast_acces/xu1_1.jpg

http://www.yourmail.org/diecast_acces/xw1.jpg

http://www.yourmail.org/diecast_acces/xw2.jpg

[Andrew]

Zorak, they look fantastic! Very impressive indeed.

[ZORAK]

Thanks Andrew.

My wife (who is a fully fledged Biante supporter) refers to them as the 'Barbie Accessories for the diecast collector"

hehehehe

[Dutchy]

That's a brilliant looking hoist, unfortunately mine won't be that good.
Cheers!
Dutchy

[bayden]

Looks trific Zorak. Perhaps Biante should look at adding some accesories to their inventory? Show us a few pics of your diorama efforts when you're done.;)

[ZORAK]

I have a lot of work in front of me I think!

[wacpt]

Looks like the SLR has a major oil leak. My guess the Timing Cover.

Great shots

[The Candyman!!]

Well it is a HOLDEN !!! L.O.L.
Great hoist and accessory's

[morton]

Hey ZORAK, could you let me know how high the hoist sits with a car on it


Martin

[ZORAK]

Martin, sorry couldn't fina a metric stick! 8" from bottom of the base to the top cross bar. So you know, the hoist goes up and down but it has a solid cross bar at the top.

[morton]

Thanks ZORAK, just measured the table and the hoist is too big for it so it looks like the table is for the cars. I might be able to make a garage scene like yours in the display case but, have to see how things pan out. Bummer it won't fit in the table but.


Martin

[ZORAK]

A sunken workshop with a hoist right in the middle of the table away from knees?

[morton]

Cool good idea might look into that but first gotta get permission from the boss to use the table( gunna be hard work but)



Martin