You might look for comments about lifts at
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/.
I have had a Bend-Pak HD9 9000 lb four post lift since December 2004. I've basically been happy with it. It has worked fine and required little maintenance.
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I recently bought a Bend-Pak RJ45 bridge jack. I've had issues with this jack some of which is posted at
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/s...t=56838&page=2.
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I've read that Bend-Pak and many lift brands are made in China.