Jim, A couple of questions since you offered. Thanks.

Are there any sizing parameters for the gin pole depending on length and wood species.

What type of line did you use for the guys (I think that is the right term?) Those are anchored to your machine right?

And lastly, Does the ginpole have to be set perpendicular to the pieces placement and does it also have to have the block and tackle directly plumb over its placement too? The angle of the gin pole is not suppose to move right?

Thanks, mo

P.S. Great thread, Cranes can't get everywhere.