Material | Steel,Nylon |
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Color | Black |
Special Feature | Durable |
Product Dimensions | 20"D x 51"W x 7"H |
Shelf Type | Floating Shelf |
Number of Shelves | 1 |
Room Type | Garage |
Finish Type | Steel |
Assembly Required | Yes |
Mounting Type | Ceiling Mount |
Recommended Uses For Product | Storage |
Included Components | Add-on Units |
Item Weight | 47.2 Pounds |
Brand | Racor |
Style | Adjustable,Unique |
Shelf Weight Capacity | 250 Pounds |
Manufacturer | Racor |
Part Number | PHL-1R |
Item Weight | 47.2 pounds |
Item model number | PHL-1R |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Size | Pack of 1 |
Finish | Steel |
Item Package Quantity | 1 |
Special Features | Durable |
Batteries Included? | No |
Batteries Required? | No |
Warranty Description | 1 Year Limited |
Racor - PHL-R, Garage Ceiling Storage Rack Lift
Material | Steel,Nylon |
Color | Black |
Special Feature | Durable |
Product Dimensions | 20"D x 51"W x 7"H |
Shelf Type | Floating Shelf |
About this item
- Adjustable - Mounts to any ceiling, adjust to angle ceilings with the built in nylon rings
- Durable - High strength steel allows you to lift up to 250 pounds
- Efficient - Raises and lowers by crank and includes all installation accessories
- Reliable - Steel cables allow for 8ft of vertical lift and securely locks into place
- Reclaim Your Garage - 16 sq feet of additional overhead storage space with the 4 ft X 4 ft design, making more room for the things you want to do
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Sturdiness | 4.3 | 4.2 | 4.5 | 4.4 |
Easy to install | 4.0 | 3.9 | 4.5 | 3.8 |
Easy to assemble | 4.2 | — | 4.8 | 3.9 |
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Sold By | — | StoreYourBoard | Wallmaster | FlexiSpot |
material | Steel,Nylon | Alloy Steel | Stainless Steel | Metal |
number of shelves | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
style | Adjustable,Unique | 8 ft - 10 ft Ceiling | BikeLift | 1-pack-Black |
mounting type | Ceiling Mount | Ceiling Mount | Ceiling Mount | Ceiling Mount |
shelf type | Floating Shelf | step | celing wall mount | Overhead Shelf |
finish type | Steel | Powder Coated | Finished | Metal,Steel |
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From the manufacturer
Greg
Great overhead storage in the garage. Keeps things up off the floor and gives me more space.
Racor Ceiling Storage Lift
With the Racor Ceiling Storage Heavy Lift you can create 16 square feet of additional storage space without compromising floor or wall space. The Ceiling Storage Heavy Lift gives you a convenient storage solution for all of those items that take up so much space on the floor. The Ceiling Storage Heavy Lift has a pulley system that lets you load and lift up to 250 pounds of storage items to the ceiling and lock securely in place. Raise and lower using a hand crank or attach your power drill.
- Store virtually anything overhead
- Free up floor space for other needs
- Steel construction epoxy finish
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...Locate the holes on platform supports for J-bolts and slide four J-bolts thru the wire platforms and holes on the four corners of platform supports. Place J-bolt between double wire. The J-bolt should hook over wire platform and over the outside edge of the platform support. Using a nut, hand-tighten only... |
...Fasten the gear drive to the axle support without the bushing , using 4 allen head cap screws , and the allen wrench provided. Then fasten two arms to each Axle support , using long machine screws. Each arm should be secured with 2 machine screws and 2 nuts ... |
...Secure the Axle by installing fender washer and hex screw on the end of the gear drive. Then, insert the provided cotter pin through a hole on the other end and secure it by bending the two protruding ends... |
...Thread one nut half-way up the eye-bolt at the end of the Cable assemblies . Insert eye-bolt through the hole at the end of Shelf support and fasten washer and nut from underneath. Repeat on all four corners... |
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ASIN | B0009I8AO6 |
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Customer Reviews |
4.6 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #2,811,708 in Tools & Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement) #5,025 in Utility Racks |
Date First Available | November 1, 2000 |
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With the Racor Ceiling Storage Heavy Lift you can create 16 square feet of additional storage space without compromising floor or wall space. The Ceiling Storage Heavy Lift gives you a convenient storage solution for all of those bulky items that take up so much space on the floor, such as seasonal storage, boxes or totes, outdoor furniture, large tools, tires, or just about anything else you can think of. Made of steel construction, the Ceiling Storage Heavy Lift has a unique pulley system that lets you easily load and lift up to 250 pounds of storage items to the ceiling and lock securely in place. The Ceiling Storage Lift easily lowers 8 feet from the ceiling when you want to retrieve or add items. Raise and lower using a hand crank or attach your power drill. It has everything you need to store large items the safe, easy way without your feet ever leaving the ground.
Assembly required; installs into ceiling joists. Order yours today, and reclaim your garage!
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The RacorPro PHL-1R Pro HeavyLift Storage Rack lets you load and lift heavy items to the ceiling for storage without the need for a ladder. It helps to free up valuable floor space in your garage or storage area and allows you to store heavier items, such as furniture, lawn mowers, tires, canoes, snow throwers, and more. The heavy-duty 4-by-4-foot platform is built to last and provides 16 square feet of additional storage space in your garage or storage area.
Heavy-Duty Lifting Capacity for Heavier ItemsThe PHL-1R is both tough and durable, and it's built to handle heavier items up to 250 pounds. The heavy-duty steel support beams and 4-by-4-foot platform are made from high-quality materials that are made to handle tough loads and provide years of consistent performance. The unit is built to lower 8 feet from the ceiling, accommodating storage spaces with taller ceilings. The drill driver attachment allows you to raise and lower the platform using your own drill.
The unique pulley system makes it easy to raise and lower heavy items with minimal effort on your part. With a durable winding axle that works in conjunction with the pulleys and strong nylon cables, the PHL-1R handles the brunt of the weight so you don't have to, while raising or lowering the platform quickly and smoothly.
Safety Lock Ensures Safety and Stability
The innovative safety lock ensures that the load stays locked into place when fully raised to the ceiling. Simply use the winding crank to engage the safety lock when the platform is raised to its highest position, and use the winding crank's integrated hook to disengage the safety lock and safely lower the platform.
An Additional 16 Square Feet of Storage Space for Your Garage
The PHL-1R's tough 4-by-4-foot platform gives you an additional 16 square feet of valuable storage space in your garage or storage area. This allows you to store your lawn mower out of the way during the winter or to store your snow thrower during the summer months, clearing valuable floor space and creating tidier, more useful quarters.
The RacorPro PHL-1R HeavyLift Storage Rack measures 49.25 x 17.5 x 7.25 inches (packaged) and weighs 74 pounds (packaged). It comes in a smooth black finish and includes all necessary hardware. Additional tools required for installation include: stud finder (for drywall ceilings), adjustable or box end wrench, socket wrench, cordless drill/driver, Phillips screwdriver, pencil, and a 4-foot straightedge or chalkline.
What's in the Box
Winding crank assembly, two arm assemblies, two cable assemblies (including nylon cables), three wire grids, two wire beam supports, center spindle square end, center spindle round end, gear drive, Allen wrench, four end caps, 20 hex bolts, four Allen head screws, two hex head screws, two fender washers, eight long machine bolts, 16 washers, eight nuts, 12 "J" hooks, 12 washers, 12 nuts.
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Customers like the quality, performance, ease of lifting, and value of the storage rack. For example, they mention it's well made, functional, and easy to assemble. Some appreciate the organization. That said, some complain about the fit and attachment. Opinions are mixed on ease of installation.
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Customers like the quality of the storage rack. They say it has a solid design, and the quality materials are good. The lift is well-made, and it works like a dream. It's a great way to create extra storage space in your garage, especially if you have high ceilings. The hoist offers storage on top, and makes effective use of overhead space.
"...The hand crank works well and is smooth operation. The units feel well constructed and sturdy. On one of the units I had a missing part...." Read more
"...It is useful for other storage too. As mentioned earlier there is plenty of room to hold the Freedom Tops and a few other items...." Read more
"...It does seem sturdy, and we haven't experienced any issues in the 3-4 months we've had it...." Read more
"Overall great overhead storage solution...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the performance of the storage rack. For example, they mention it works well, is functional, and practical. Some say the top roller kit is satisfactory in barn application. Overall, most are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...The hand crank works well and is smooth operation. The units feel well constructed and sturdy. On one of the units I had a missing part...." Read more
"...But in the end, the sucker really works well and I am seriously considering buying a couple more units." Read more
"Functional, practical, and reasonable installationThe installation was alright...." Read more
"...The hand crank and/or screw attachment both work well...." Read more
Customers like the ease of lifting and using the storage rack. For example, they say it's easy to assemble, and works well. Some mention that the hand crank is very slow. Overall, customers are satisfied with the ease and functionality of the product.
"...Very easy to raise and lower with the hand crank or an electric drill." Read more
"The lift works reasonably well and is convenient. I have two of these installed on a ~9ft ceiling. It is not the safest design...." Read more
"...The gear mechanism makes raising and lowering simple and smooth...." Read more
"...Even with the drill turning the rod, the hoist raises and lowers slowly, and using the hand crank is VERY slow...." Read more
Customers like the value of the storage rack. For example, they say it's well worth the cost, and worth purchasing. Some mention that the build and quality of the product is great. That said, most are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...These are great value for the build and quality. I would get these again." Read more
"...But rest assured, in the end, the results are worth the time and expense...." Read more
"...(in slow speed-high torque mode)...these fittings are inexpensive at the hardware store, just don't forget to buy one when you go shopping for those..." Read more
"...The one big issue that I have is that the manufacturer is either getting cheap or the quality assurance people aren't doing their jobs...." Read more
Customers are happy with the organization of the storage rack. They say it's a great concept, ideal for things that you only use once or twice a year, and practical. Customers also say it’s handy and useful for other purposes. They mention that it helps them organize their life and is versatile.
"Functional, practical, and reasonable installationThe installation was alright...." Read more
"...This system is much more versatile and less money...." Read more
"...Great product, perfect for what I needed." Read more
"...1. This platform is ideal for things that you only use once or twice a year, like luggage, a spare tire, extra fold up tables or chairs, a snow..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the ease of installation of the storage rack. Some mention it's very easy to install after the bracket is on the ceiling, and it reduces the time required to run wiring under the train board. However, others say that it is a pain to install, with a few steps that were initially confusing or not adequately illustrated.
"...Assembling the shelf is a snap. Where it gets tricky is installing the mounts into the ceiling joists. Make sure you've got a stud finder...." Read more
"...Installation was fairly straightforward but I added wood cross beams from Home Depot to make my installation extra secure for load bearing...." Read more
"...I did find that there were a couple of steps that were initially confusing or not adequately illustrated, and I thought that there were a few..." Read more
"...my joists were not close to a full 48 inches apart...no problems nudging everything together...bear in mind here, we are NOT assembling a piano, and..." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the fit of the storage rack. They mention that the helical gear is small, the platform itself is not large enough, and the drill is too small. They also say that the allen key provided is the wrong size and the adapter will not fit a 3/8" drill chuck. Overall, customers are disappointed with the quality and fit of this product.
"...Racor sez to use a 1/8" bit... This is too small, and requires too much torque on the screw...." Read more
"...Hopefully they are heat treated...no easy way to tell. The helical gear is small...not much bigger than the barrel that winds the cable, so it does..." Read more
"...They fit perfectly the width of my garage and the high ceiling allows for ample clearance for storage...." Read more
"...6. Allen nuts provided to secure gear drive, allen key provided is wrong size...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the attachment. They mention that it may work for light loads, but it was missing parts when it arrived. Some customers also report issues with the supplied parts, especially the nuts and bolts. Some complain that the hardware was missing some washers. Overall, customers are disappointed with the quality and quantity of the hardware provided.
"...On one of the units I had a missing part. I emailed support and the customer service lady was exceptional...." Read more
"...My only gripe is a couple of small missing parts that cost a couple of dollars to replace at Home Depot...." Read more
"...There was an issue with the supplied parts, especially with the nuts/bolts...." Read more
"...The lift is well made and includes everything you need for the base installation...." Read more
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First of all, if you have the space in your garage to install one, you should, because we all know how full a garage gets with extraneous items. This way, you can store the off-season items you don't need, and rotate it out for things you do. That's what most people do.
For me, I wanted a place to store my jeep soft top parts when I had the hard top on. These parts are fragile and expensive, so I wanted them safe and out of the way. As a bonus, I also found a way to hang the hard top, but I'll get to that later. First, the installation.
You "could" conceivably do this alone, but it would be a challenge. Better to get a friend (or two) to help. I had my father in law and a buddy, and it went up in a snap. Assembling the shelf is a snap. Where it gets tricky is installing the mounts into the ceiling joists. Make sure you've got a stud finder. The mounts need to go into the studs with 10 screws per mount, evenly spaced. So if you want to install it in a particular orientation and the joists run the other way, you'll have to put up 2x4s first, on the ceiling, and then install the mounts.
Luckily for me, the joists ran the correct way for me to install my Racor, which had to be oriented with the winch mechanism on the side (so that I could pull my jeep in and still access it). Think about that orientation before you start installing.
Anyway, having a friend help you by holding the mount as you drill pilot holes and insert the screws is very helpful. Went up quick that way. Make sure you do drill pilot holes first, else it will be a lot more work. Also, make sure you measure correctly when installing the second mount, so that it lines up properly.
Once the mounts are installed, snaking the cables and attaching to the shelf is no problem. The winch mechanism can be used by hand, but you'll get a real workout, particularly with a load. A drill works great to automate that task, and I highly recommend it.
So, for me, I did some mods. I wrapped the edges of the Racor in pipe insulation to provide padding and weight distribution. Then I wove some cam buckle straps through the flooring, leaving the hooks hanging down the sides.
So with these hooks, I can "grab" the Jeep hardtop when I back up my jeep right underneath the Racor. One person can then undo the roof bolts, lift each corner, and hook up the Cam strap. Once all 4 are hooked up, I raise the Racor a few inches, and drive the Jeep out. Then I lower the Racor again, adjust and tighten up the straps, and raise it to the ceiling, giving me Hardtop storage without sacrificing valuable square footage in the garage.
Bonus that I can store my Jeep soft top parts on the shelf, out of the way, in the winter when the hardtop is on.
You can spend more to buy a "custom" jeep roof system that gives you no other storage, or use this with some mods and have a dual purpose system. The roof only weighs ~125 lbs, so plenty of margin for safety.
Highly recommend this versatile product.
First...I did in fact purchase larger lag bolts...did not need or use them...pilot holes in the joists worked fine for the supplied bolts...had no trouble as reported by other reviewers with them sheering or not grabbing. Second, my joists were not close to a full 48 inches apart...no problems nudging everything together...bear in mind here, we are NOT assembling a piano, and in the end, the lift was pretty forgiving for my eyeballing and guesstimating.
I do recommend following other reviewer's suggestion to mount the center sections first...wrestling with the full assembly will definitely require two sets of hands, which I did not have available...just remember to hang them loosely to allow fine tuning the arm assemblies locations. Also, I had to slip the axle in with both sets of cables attached, since the joists were less than 46-inches apart. First in the gear box side, then into the free wheel side....but it worked fine.
Take your time, do not rush, be prepared to screw up, as I did, on several steps, since the instructions are written for much more mechanically inclined folks than I am. But rest assured, in the end, the results are worth the time and expense.
Errors I made: first I mounted the side rails for the wire grid on opposite side...one on the front, one on the back. Then I used different mounting holes for each center section when I loosely attached them to the ceiling joists...stupid. Then I installed the grid upside down. Totally stupid. And yes, I even failed to run the cables through the pulley's and could not understand why the grid was not level when cranked up. So in my case, lots and lots of assembly, disassembly, and reassembly. But in the end, the sucker really works well and I am seriously considering buying a couple more units.
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the box was ripped in several places leading to parts all over the delivery van
least amount of foam was used so parts were scratched (only paint though)
there was no clear packing order parts were just dumped in.
the product works fine though so a massive down for the packaging and hassle.