[GH85Carrera]

I actually thought about the big block of ice, but quickly realized I would need some super-mega refrigeration and with my luck the ice would crack the concrete. If I just bought blocks of ice I am back to how to put a heavy chunk of ICE in the pit.

All that ice and refrigeration would cost a fortune.

I thought of building an A-frame over the pit to lift the lift into place. It would take a lot of wood to make a structure strong enough and cost another fortune and I would have a big pile of scrap wood left over.

The rafters are not accessible because of the finished ceiling and the garage door opener. I can't see taking down the garage door and poking holes into the nice ceiling just to drop the lift. Again stupid expensive and lots of work.

I was thinking of renting a forklift but that is expensive as well.

So far the round hay bale lifter and some straps makes the most sense.