Tom- I would use a crane but, it's too large for my single stall garage and too big to store. It would work great at our sprint car shop though.
Update-
I called a engineer and explained my plans, and he said it would be just fine.
I used a hole saw to drill out a 6" hole in the ceiling and used a plastic ceiling light fixture to make it some what attractive. I bought a 1.5" x 10" solid steel bar stock, used heavy duty clamps, large hook, 1/2" stainless steel braided cable that I made two loops with, and used two heavy duty clamps.
Then I bought a 2-ton chain hoist on sale and a engine load leveler.
I'm very happy to say it worked worked perfectly ! And looks great.
When i finally finish the garage paint, I'll take some photo's.
It's easy to take the hoist off the hook and store away.
