Viking Solutions L-E-Vator Portable Hoist w/ Winch - Steel - 300 lbs

by: John10/14/2022

At my age of 82 I use it to raise and lower tires from vehicles I’m working on, when their on my 10,000lb automotive lift. I modified it by installing wheels and end caps. See pictures…1449082

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I purchased this lightweight portable elevator to lift my walk behind lawn mowers and edger. As others have mentioned, it comes with an abundance of cable and I cut the excess off rather than try to use it. I can understand if a deer hunter wants to drag a deer to a pickup, it may be handy. After assembly, I cut a scrap piece of 1 inch OD heavy wall PVC pipe into two equal lengths that will slide into the lift platform square tubing to allow additional reach to the far side of the lawn mower. As I use it more, I'm certain that a system will develop that will add to efficient setup and tear down. I use a bungee strap to hold the folded elevator in a flat stored position, and it will fit laying vertically on its side in my 58 inch 2017 Colorado pickup bed. My next project is to find an available space to hang it on my garage wall when not in use. It will not take more space than a painter's ladder. The new design has loops in the two stabilizing cables instead of fitting into a slot. I believe that is an improvement. The winch is mounted in a way that does not allow the cable to advance across the spool. That did not prevent easy lifting of the lawn mower. I am grateful this option of a light weight lift was available for the price of two visits to the Physical Therapist!935113

FYI, the winch is 180 out of whack, (it's not what's pictured no, it's not reversible). in order for the hook to align with the lifting tab I have to drop the cable over the backside of the winch causing to miss the roller/drive axel and now it rubs on the frame... twas a good idea with the right winch I'd be happy, but I give it a C- at best. maybe your manufacturer/shipper is cutting corners???

I installed an eye bolt to guide the cable. otherwise it'll rub the frame. if it drapes the way it's supposed to (across the drive shaft/roller), it's way off center...

for clarification, it's actually the drawing (yeah, I know, it's a cartoon) on the instructions that showed the cable draped across the roller and in line with the lifting tab.

if it matters, I like it better now with the eyebolt installed, still think the winch could be better..1335057

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Overall the product is very good. It will help me put my 2 JBL speakers (61.2 lbs each) in my Lexus trunk easily and prevent straining my back. I am a beginner DJ, 77 years old and had a back surgery in 2003. the only minor comment is that the 2 supporting cables are a little tight (or not too long enough) to hook up to the bottom. Maybe it will stretch out after many times using it. Also it is light weight and portable to carry it to other places.1464631

Going to be very helpful when loading my 104lb generator1389092

Works as advertised
Shipping was quick
Easy to assemble
Using to lift big logs onto splitter1298674

by: Robert10/07/2022

The item tips very easily, not as steady as we thought it would be for what we need.1441631

I love it! With old age eating away any strength semmblance of younger years, it's another helping hand so to speak1092285

Its GREAT! Reached 80s and not capable. Worst yet quad by-pass surgery now lifting limitations increase to 30 lb so making good use.

Roy - 07/14/2022

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I think it is good value for the money. My only wish is that they had less cable on the winch and it did not bird nest quite so much. It assembled some what easily and should do the job.1221477

by: ScottC08/19/2019

Works well, I strap it on my ATV to get on site and it easily lifts deer up so I can get them on my ATV. Watch the nut on the winch handle, it comes off easily, but otherwise works very well. 691408

Totally awesome. This meets All my expectations and this will keep me from hurting myself and having back aches from lifting too much weight1066713

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I got this to be able to load a deer (or other heavier item) in my Ranger or truck bed. Getting older and having back problems. If I'm by myself, I just can't do it the old fashion way. I just got this item the other day, and have not used it on a deer yet. Did get it out and loaded a heavy cooler in my Ranger bed with ease. Looking forward to Fall and Deer season now. 552170

It is great. Used it on deer and other items this past fall which there is no way I could have done these things without help. It has helped me maintain my independence. Best purchase I have made in a long time. Two more of my hunting buddies have now purchased one.

John - 08/10/2019

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The lift is perfect for my application. My wife has suffered several strokes and currently very unstable on her feet. She utilizes a walker to get around the house but once or twice a week she ends up on the floor. I am unable to lift her up by myself and depend on family and neighbors to help pick her up after a fall. The portable lift is perfect and lifts my wife high enough so she can return to standing. We no longer need help from our very good family and friends and she no longer has to wait on the floor for help to arrive. The lift is light weight and very portable. Excellent quality and engineering. We both thank you for giving us the tool we need to stay independent and continue home care.1188661

Bought this to get our 125 lb generator into the pickup. Oversized tires, so the tailgate sits higher than most. This lift device has the height I needed, and it works great. Had to attach a small platform to give the generator a place to sit, but that was easy. I only wish the action was a little smoother going down...it catches a little, then suddenly drops an inch or so. But it's going to do what I needed!688286

Weve used this lift for a year now, and its done everything we needed to do getting heavy things into and out of our truck. Very satisfied with this purchase!

Trudi P - 08/15/2020

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What I expected was received.. Cable winch needs better wire rope spooling control.. may be too much cable installed…product does do what it is designed for..Good value for purpose of device..1101987

Quit’s please with this lift…Shortened the cable…found it to be stable during the lift…find your balance point and it performs nicely.1295640

This is my preliminary review :Built sturdy, cable on roller is very stiff and wants to tangle a lot, it has much more cable than needed and I think I will shorten it. Less to tangle may even replace with more flexible cable. I bought it to lift my companion 5th wheel hitch out of my truck. Haven’t tried it yet. 711796

the product is great & will work for what i needed. it's a bit awkward/cumbersome to handle but that just is what it is. im not a very big person...for a man it's prob not an issue :)
it came to me without instructions to put it together which i was bothered by i'll admit, but i got it done & hopefully it's correct. i did find an assembly instruction page on line but it was pretty limited. also one of the clevis puns did not have a hole in the end at all for the cotter pin to go through. i found a nut & bolt in my own supply that fit.
i'm using this to repeatedly lift a large wheeled craftsman tool chest in/out of my car. i'm a nurse & travel to many facilities throughout the day. the tool chest was perfect for my job but in truth is a bit heavy for me...i really wanted to be able to use it & this lift, i think, will make it doable without the constant lifting. so i'm very happy with it. 779477

Shipped fast arrived in a couple of days, easy to assemble looks like it should do the job of lifting deer into pickup truck or atv. I am going on 73 with bad back and I think this will allow me to hunt a few more years, I would recommend this to anyone that hunts alone1125781

Just put the elevator together today. I did not have anymore problems than I usually do with instructions. The elevator is structurally solid. It would help if the two cables that hook at the bottom of the platform were just a bit longer making it easier to hook and unhook in the field without any tools. I purchased the elevator to load any future deer harvest into the bed of my pickup particularly when I'm hunting alone. The only concern I have is how difficult it will be to balance a deer on the narrow platform when winching the animal up without it tipping one way or another off the platform. I will have to see how it goes in the field next year. 598600

I instructions were limited. The cable was tangled like a line on a casting reel. I spent two hours untangling the cable and the lift work okay.1099021

by: J Guerin02/13/2021

It works, but it is awkward and unbalanced to handle. It is top heavy and a latch would really help to keep it together when moving it from place to place.957944

by: Tonal Justus 10/12/2019

I was very pleased with the performance and the quality of your product. I t works great for loading deer and shingles or other things as well. I’m very satisfied with my purchase .716725

by: Scott 09/24/2020

During deer season, this stays in my truck. It makes loading a deer very easy with little strain or effort. One of the best hunting purchases in a long time. Follow the deer-loading instructions to make it easy.891935

Arrived safely and perfect to load heavy equipment onto our truck. Thank you!938240