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#467353 - 11/27/07 10:15 AM
Re: Lift Questions
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Bhigdog
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Registered: 10/23/01
Posts: 1460
Loc: Eastern PA
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I have a 9000# Bend-Pak two post. I bought it a year ago, cost $2300 delivered. For a "hobby" quality lift I'm VERY satisfied with it. My only criticism is the assembly directions absolutly STINK. There are cheaper ones out there but the Bend-Pak is certified. I think that's important. Once you have one you will never be without one again. If you want commercial quality (and price) think Rotary or Mohawk........Bob
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39 Chev PU
69 big block Corvette
55 Buick 66C
57 Buick 46C
55 Olds S-88
56 Chrysler St. Regis
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#467412 - 11/27/07 03:20 PM
Re: Lift Questions
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oldsmobile1915
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Registered: 02/20/06
Posts: 95
Loc: Geneseo, NY
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I also have bend-pack 10,000 2 post and a 12,000 4 post extended. I have been very happy.
I use my 4 post as an elevator to the second floor of my garage, and the tailgate of my pickup is even with the second floor, so there is no carrying heavy things upstairs anymore!
I love my lifts, and wont ever go without one again!
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#468954 - 12/03/07 12:01 PM
Re: Lift Questions
[Re: 61Oldsguy]
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Mark Shaw
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Registered: 06/08/05
Posts: 915
Loc: Vancouver, WA
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Chuck,
I too have a Bend Pac (the smallest four post $2K). Buy only a certified unit for safety. Regardless of where they are made, I think they all have to meet these requirements.
If you only go up and down a few times each year, you really don't need much more than a $2K unit. I use it to store one up and two under, and for routine maintenance on four cars.
If you have several cars and do your own maintenance, you may want to consider a heavier duty model.
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BCA PWD Director
HCCA Member (Skagit & Portland)
1913 Model 31 Touring
1915 Model C-25 "Speedster"
1924 Model 45 "Roadster Truck"
1929 Model 29-27 Sedan (Now my son's car)
1931 Model 57 Sedan
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#469052 - 12/03/07 07:36 PM
Re: Lift Questions
[Re: 61Oldsguy]
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Amphicar BUYER
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Registered: 10/11/02
Posts: 1177
Loc: Berthoud, Colorado
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I have a mid-rise lift that is the perfect tool for suspension and body work. Your choice will greatly depend on what you plan on using it for. Here are a some of my thoughts...
a) The 4 post type are good for under carriage work and adding a parking spot plus some can be mobile.
b) Two post type are permanently mounted but take up less floor space.
c) Scissor lifts do go high, but are portable, inexpensive and great for body and suspension work.
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#469780 - 12/06/07 02:30 PM
Re: Lift Questions
[Re: 61Oldsguy]
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TJOaks
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Registered: 01/08/07
Posts: 11
Loc: Wilmington, NC
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I also bought a Bend-Pak. I decided that the 2 post lift would better suit my needs so I opted for the #10,000 model. For a few dollars more I got the assymetrical and wide option. It was $2200.00 with free shipping. I have had it for about 2 years and have been totally satisfied.
Once you own one you will never be without again!
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AACA, BCA
'36 Buick 41
'36 Buick 90
'36 Packard 120
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#475817 - 01/01/08 09:12 AM
Re: Lift Questions
[Re: 61Oldsguy]
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oakland
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Registered: 06/19/05
Posts: 156
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I am thinking about getting a lift and was wondering how stable the 2 post lifts are. How hard is it to balance the car on it? I assume it has to be bolted down, but do you need any kind of foundation or could you bolt it to a concrete garage floor approximately 4" thick? It seems the 4 post lift would be a lot more stable. I would appreciate any feed back. Thank you.
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#477768 - 01/09/08 08:07 AM
Re: Lift Questions
[Re: oakland]
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Leonard Shepherd
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Registered: 06/27/07
Posts: 176
Loc: Virginia
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I installed a 2 post asymmetrical lift on my garage about 3 years ago. The lift manufacturer - http://www.forwardmfg.com/ only requires a 4" slab, which is what I have. There hasn't been any cracking. I did weld brackets, mainly to support large shelves on both sides on the garage. The advantage of asymmetrical is that you can open the doors of the car while it is on the lift.
I had to build my garage with a cathedral ceiling because of the county zoning codes that restrict the height of a detached building. I also had to make it small because of my lot size. Because of the small size of my garage I built sliding doors because an overhead door would interfere with the car on the lift.
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#477867 - 01/09/08 04:32 PM
Re: Lift Questions
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Bhigdog
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Registered: 10/23/01
Posts: 1460
Loc: Eastern PA
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Cathedral ceiling was a nice idea. Roger the over head door interferance issue. I have to be careful with mine if I put my PU on the lift............Bob
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39 Chev PU
69 big block Corvette
55 Buick 66C
57 Buick 46C
55 Olds S-88
56 Chrysler St. Regis
AACA, BCA, WPC, USHGA
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#478127 - 01/10/08 05:01 PM
Re: Lift Questions
[Re: Bhigdog]
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ragtop65
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Registered: 01/13/06
Posts: 17
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I addressed this door issue by getting a door that rolls up into a can at the top of the door
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#478382 - 01/11/08 04:52 PM
Re: Lift Questions
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Bhigdog
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Registered: 10/23/01
Posts: 1460
Loc: Eastern PA
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That's another good option in warmer climes. The lift was an after thought but I needed good insulated doors anyway. I don't think the roll ups are insulated but I'm not sure..........Bob
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Bob Beck
39 Chev PU
69 big block Corvette
55 Buick 66C
57 Buick 46C
55 Olds S-88
56 Chrysler St. Regis
AACA, BCA, WPC, USHGA
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#500968 - 04/09/08 03:20 PM
Re: Lift Questions
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Tom
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Registered: 12/09/99
Posts: 531
Loc: Minnetonka MN
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I have a Backyard Buddy and the minimum is about 10'. I don't think any of them will work with a ceiling much lower than that.
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'59 Invicta 2dr Hardtop w/factory air
'63 Electra 225 Sport Coupe
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