[coloradocoullion]

....I don't have wooden studs in the ceiling, I have metal!!:madman: . Instead of being solid like wood, the metal is in a "C" shape, so there isn't enough material thickness on the bottom of the "C" for the threads in the hook to properly grip. If I had to guess it's probably less than .090 thick. I really don't want to use a wall rack but it looks like I might have to. Have any of you had this problem or have suggestions on what I can do?? I'm really strapped for space and I need a way to hang 2 bikes that will take up as little space as possible.

 

[MillerSHO]

Find a hook that's more of a bolt on the end, then put a washer and nut on the inside of the "C".

 

[Brown_Teeth]

Just use a 2x4 and a few sheet metal screws and mount your hook/whatever on that, Or if a few holes is a problem go wall mounts they are cheap too.

 

[coloradocoullion]

Thanks!
Brown, are you saying to attach a 2x4 to the ceiling with a bunch of sheet metal screws and then thread the bike hook into the 2x4?? That might be a good idea but that would be a ton of sheet metal screws and a pretty long section of 2x4, no? I think I may have to go with the wall rack.

 

[jonny290]

Thanks!
Brown, are you saying to attach a 2x4 to the ceiling with a bunch of sheet metal screws and then thread the bike hook into the 2x4?? That might be a good idea but that would be a ton of sheet metal screws and a pretty long section of 2x4, no? I think I may have to go with the wall rack.

i would imagine that you'd only need a couple screws on each end.

Barring that, REALLY BIG MAGNETS.

 

[Moustache rider]

This could be used to fasten a 2x4 to the studs.

 

[Brown_Teeth]

Keep it simple and remember most all construction is on 16" centers so if you can find the center only a few screws will do the trick. Key is to find the studs, magents work but if its a steel sheet a small hammer and a good ear might find the prized anchors, good luck