i was considering putting some floor anchors(pulling points) in my garage floor. anyone ever done this? can I get some that are flat on the floor when not in use?
thanks guys

 

I've always considered installing some D-ring pulling points, but I think when I actually build my own garage I will probably do a grid of I beams set into the concrete that I can weld stuff to.
Another option is to take a length of sch80 1 1/2" pipe about 8" long, drop a few links of 5/8" chain down it, then run a 5/8" pin through the pipe and lowest link of the chain. Set it up so the top of the pipe will be flush with the top of the finished concrete, weld it into the rebar, and once the concrete is set up you will be able to pull the chain links up out of the pipe to use the anchor point, and drop them back down to get them out of the way when not in use.

 

I did what ford_six did, but used a vegetable can turned upside down with the chain in it and after the concrete was poured I cut the end out of the can. It made the concrete finishing easier as it couldn't get on the chain and finishers didn't have to worry about it. I like the I beam idea.

 

when we poured the floor in the shop on the farm back in 72-73, we use coffee cans for pockets to hold the chains that were attached to the steel in the forms. the ends of the chains were attached to axle housings. once the floor was floated and cured, the can ends were cut out, and the chains were welded to 1/4 inch thick steel plate disc's. this way when not in use, the plates fit into the concrete for a hole less floor.


when i poured the floor in the garage at the new house, i was in a rush and forgot to put in the anchor points. and i do miss them.

 

I guess I should have been more specific. I already have a poured floor, and I would like to put pulling points in it(without breaking the concrete when I use them). i didnt think ahead enough to do this when I built the building.

 

How much weight are you looking to pull? There are a lot of different types of anchor inserts available. Get a large enough to accept an eye bolt with the capacity you need and you can simply thread it in or out, and use a set-screw or cutoff piece of allthread with a slotted top to fill the insert when not in use. You'll need to borrow or rent a good hammer drill to install the inserts.

 

You can get a low profile D ring type anchor to mount into your existing slab. As stated earlier. You will need a hammer drill to install the anchor. Also one large anchor will be better than two smaller anchors placed close together.

 

Until able to pour garage floor placed couple of these anchor pots in gravel parking area as anchor points for pulling vehicle in/out of storage shed.

http://www.autobodytoolmart.com/pc-1...nchor-pot.aspx

dave

 

Without a dyno or a need to straighten a frame what are some other uses?
Ideally where would you mount them in reference to a 2 post lift?

 

On the far side of the floor, so you can pull in disabled vehicles?

 

I guess I would just push it or throw it up on some wheel dollies.

 

My garage is up a slight hill so getting a disabled truck in there is a real pain. I thought with a few anchors I could just pull them in there.

 

Use molten sulphur to have the best strength of the concrete to anchor bond!

 

Limited space and on an incline and found trying to rig a set up to pull a disabled vehicle in and out of garage difficult and at times dangerous. Installed the anchor pods, purhcased an inexpensive wench capable of pulling the car up a slight incline, now the task can be done in few minutes and safer. The project car has some rearend damage and intend using the anchor pods as focal points for body repair unless I decide to have it done by professionals.

dave

 

What he said. They aren't too expensive either.