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Old 08-03-2023, 08:04 AM   #25
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Default Re: 4 Post car lift

Folks,
I have wanted a lift as another tool in the shop since I started designing it. The plan was for a two post. Increased the ceiling height . Thicker floor. Power ready above in the ceiling.my friend Todd in Wisconsin got a 4 post and really likes it for his three muscle cars. I do like the idea of a drive on to reduce the risk of getting the vehicle in the wrong position on a two post.
But a two post became available from a local Firestone store.
The brand was what I was interested in too. a Rotary brand.
I think the bendpack mentioned above is a good brand too!
So I am setting I up myself.
Couple things as mentioned. Do some shopping .
Get the unit that will easily lift the vehicle you want. In my case the Ford F250 weights about 8500 ish. So I over kill everything and wanted a 12,000 lb lift.
I am not planning to go into a service shop, and have never had a lift. So we will see. The concept of not laying on the floor to do work under a car or truck sound interesting!
Good luck with your new tool in your shop! Sounds like good advice here on the drive on units. We need pictures!
Regards,
Chris and Cheryl
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