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mpyle007 · 12-08-2011, 12:59 PM

We are looking to add a lift here in our shop so that we can play with our own toys. What is a good electric lift to buy that is the best bang for the buck?

*GTAHVIT* · 12-08-2011, 01:04 PM

wow... Loaded question...

can you help us out?

how much ceiling clearance do you have?

Are you looking to use it for storage and maintenance? or just maintenance?

do you need to be able to do major work like transmission R/R?

give us some more data and we'll be able to get you on the right track.

but, typically the most versatile lifts are 4 posts and are pretty cost effective.

2L82RUN · 12-08-2011, 06:54 PM

I just built a garage and had a BendPak 2 post 10k lb lift installed. Garage was built to accommodate the lift. Ceiling is 12' 4" high.

DoubleARS · 12-08-2011, 07:02 PM

I have a Direct-Lift Pro-lift 9 Plus being installed at the end of the month and I cannot wait!

I can let you know my thoughts on that one in a few weeks.

mws444 · 12-08-2011, 08:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 2L82RUN

I just built a garage and had a BendPak 2 post 10k lb lift installed. Garage was built to accommodate the lift. Ceiling is 12' 4" high.

Great garage! Bendpack is a good lift, with the 10k capacity ought to be plenty safe. Bendpack is about the most bang for the buck before stepping up to a rotory or further yet a Mohawk.
Post up some more pics of your shop.

Stealth 2010 2SS/RS · 12-08-2011, 10:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DoubleARS

I have a Direct-Lift Pro-lift 9 Plus being installed at the end of the month and I cannot wait!

I can let you know my thoughts on that one in a few weeks.

I would be intrested in you thoughts about the lift, my garage is on hold due to weather and this is the lift that I was looking at.

DoubleARS · 12-08-2011, 10:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Stealth 2010 2SS/RS

I would be intrested in you thoughts about the lift, my garage is on hold due to weather and this is the lift that I was looking at.

Sorry about being on hold. I will be sure to do a write-up when it is installed.

mpyle007 · 12-09-2011, 05:06 PM

We are wanting to place it where the Tahoe is at. 20' plus ceilings.

*GTAHVIT* · 12-09-2011, 08:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mpyle007

We are wanting to place it where the Tahoe is at. 20' plus ceilings.

BRAVO!

How many lifts do you want?

I'd go for the two post and be done with it.

mpyle007 · 12-10-2011, 10:59 AM

Probably just one? We can then do our own mods easier, take care of company vehicles as well.

the rich dude · 02-09-2012, 07:01 AM

I have one from North American Auto Group I believe they are called.. American made, and VERY reasonably priced.

bowtie98607 · 02-14-2012, 12:46 PM

I bought a Rotary 14K 4 post with 2 hunter swing jacks for $2500 on Craigslist.

mrgm · 02-15-2012, 12:19 PM

I've seen these, they make me nervous but they make sense.
http://maxjaxusa.com/

NEGXXIS · 02-15-2012, 01:13 PM

I also have a BendPak 10k lb Lift in my shop and love it.

12-08-2011, 12:59 PM	#1
mpyle007 Drives: 2011 Camaro 2SS L99 Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Texas Posts: 301	Lifts We are looking to add a lift here in our shop so that we can play with our own toys. What is a good electric lift to buy that is the best bang for the buck? __________________ *2011 Camaro 2SS L99 A6* Rotofab CAI w/ race scoop TSP Long tube headers w/ high flow cats and full x-pipe GMPP axle back exhaust system Custom Dyno tune by ARD (Advanced Racing Dynamics) BMR 1.4" Springs all four corners "There is no replacement for displacement"

12-08-2011, 01:04 PM	#2
GTAHVIT Blessed Drives: 2013 Sonic RS MT Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Saint Augustine FL Posts: 28,444 View My Garage	wow... Loaded question... can you help us out? how much ceiling clearance do you have? Are you looking to use it for storage and maintenance? or just maintenance? do you need to be able to do major work like transmission R/R? give us some more data and we'll be able to get you on the right track. but, typically the most versatile lifts are 4 posts and are pretty cost effective. __________________ Click image to see build thread. PQ - "the love of cars. It's a boys first step toward manhood and a mans last hold on boyhood." Fbodfather - "We do not want to use the Z28 moniker on a car that does not deserve this hallowed name." The_Blur - "Let's not confuse competitors with equals."

12-08-2011, 06:54 PM	#3
2L82RUN Drives: ABM SS/RS Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: WV Posts: 587	I just built a garage and had a BendPak 2 post 10k lb lift installed. Garage was built to accommodate the lift. Ceiling is 12' 4" high. Attached Images

12-09-2011, 05:06 PM	#8
mpyle007 Drives: 2011 Camaro 2SS L99 Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Texas Posts: 301	We are wanting to place it where the Tahoe is at. 20' plus ceilings. Attached Images __________________ *2011 Camaro 2SS L99 A6* Rotofab CAI w/ race scoop TSP Long tube headers w/ high flow cats and full x-pipe GMPP axle back exhaust system Custom Dyno tune by ARD (Advanced Racing Dynamics) BMR 1.4" Springs all four corners "There is no replacement for displacement"

12-10-2011, 10:59 AM	#10
mpyle007 Drives: 2011 Camaro 2SS L99 Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Texas Posts: 301	Probably just one? We can then do our own mods easier, take care of company vehicles as well. __________________ *2011 Camaro 2SS L99 A6* Rotofab CAI w/ race scoop TSP Long tube headers w/ high flow cats and full x-pipe GMPP axle back exhaust system Custom Dyno tune by ARD (Advanced Racing Dynamics) BMR 1.4" Springs all four corners "There is no replacement for displacement"

12-08-2011, 07:02 PM	#4
DoubleARS Drives: 2010 Dodge Challenger Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Arkansas Posts: 124 View My Garage	I have a Direct-Lift Pro-lift 9 Plus being installed at the end of the month and I cannot wait! I can let you know my thoughts on that one in a few weeks.

02-09-2012, 07:01 AM	#11
the rich dude Drives: Getting 2010 Camaro Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Vancouver Posts: 1,149	I have one from North American Auto Group I believe they are called.. American made, and VERY reasonably priced.

02-14-2012, 12:46 PM	#12
bowtie98607 Drives: 12 SS2RS, 73 RS/TypeLT, 68 Vette Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Vancouver, Washington Posts: 222 View My Garage	I bought a Rotary 14K 4 post with 2 hunter swing jacks for $2500 on Craigslist. Attached Images __________________

02-15-2012, 12:19 PM	#13
mrgm cheap and fast Drives: older Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Abilene, TX Posts: 237	I've seen these, they make me nervous but they make sense. http://maxjaxusa.com/

02-15-2012, 01:13 PM	#14
NEGXXIS Drives: 2019 Camaro SS A10 Join Date: May 2009 Location: Tempe, Arizona Posts: 1,062 View My Garage	I also have a BendPak 10k lb Lift in my shop and love it. Attached Images __________________ 2020 Range Rover Sport HSE P525 Supercharged 5.0 - Firenze Red - 9012 wheels SOLD 2019 Camaro SS -Wrapped in Matte Magnectic Black - Anderson Carbon Hood and Rear Spoiler – Ikon front spoiler – OEM ZL1 Side Rockers - ZL1 Addons Diffuser - BMR 1.0” Lowering Springs - MRR 228 Wheels 20x10 and 20x11 RIP 2016 Camaro SS https://www.camaro6.com/forums/showthread.php?t=565453 SOLD 2010 Camaro SS Featured in GM High Tech Performance and Camaro Now Magazines - http://www.superchevy.com/features/g...of-perfection/

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