12-08-2011, 12:59 PM | #1 |
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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?
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12-08-2011, 01:04 PM | #2 |
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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.
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12-08-2011, 06:54 PM | #3 |
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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.
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12-08-2011, 07:02 PM | #4 |
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. |
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12-08-2011, 08:38 PM | #5 | |
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Post up some more pics of your shop.
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12-08-2011, 10:20 PM | #6 |
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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.
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12-09-2011, 05:06 PM | #8 |
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We are wanting to place it where the Tahoe is at. 20' plus ceilings.
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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" |
12-09-2011, 08:58 PM | #9 | |
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How many lifts do you want? I'd go for the two post and be done with it.
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12-10-2011, 10:59 AM | #10 |
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Probably just one? We can then do our own mods easier, take care of company vehicles as well.
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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" |
02-09-2012, 07:01 AM | #11 |
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I have one from North American Auto Group I believe they are called.. American made, and VERY reasonably priced.
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02-14-2012, 12:46 PM | #12 |
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I bought a Rotary 14K 4 post with 2 hunter swing jacks for $2500 on Craigslist.
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02-15-2012, 12:19 PM | #13 |
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I've seen these, they make me nervous but they make sense.
http://maxjaxusa.com/ |
02-15-2012, 01:13 PM | #14 |
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I also have a BendPak 10k lb Lift in my shop and love it.
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