researched some 4 post (seems the sturdiest) carlifts, darn resesonable prices for maintaince and making room in covered car port
area.
anybody can tell me the better built brand. just curious if someone here has one and or prefer one brand over the others.
Bend-Pac was one that seemed legit.
thankyou
ems
I've had my Superior 4 post lift for 6 years and have never had a single problem with it. I got in on a group purchase with 20 other people and everyone loves them. I've heard positive things about Bend-Pac as well. Once you have one, you'll never be able to live without one again. I bought all the accessories with mine (casters, jack bridge, drip trays, aluminum ramps and a oil change recepticle). Get as many as you can with the initial purchase to save on shipping. The light weight aluminum ramps are MANDATORY (5 lbs. vs 40 lbs.).
Jim
hey thanks jwd
cant believe these lifts cost less than some rims and tires.
it would be sweet if i got one before arrivial by the end of this month #1082 is getting real close.
the possibilities would be fun.
take care and thanks again.
ems
Eric,
What did you decide to buy? I've been looking at 2 post lifts for my garage and seemed a better setup for me but not useful for parking two cars. Was that why you looked at the four post? seemed it would harder to work on the car with that?
Ken
Some facts for you in your brand decisions:
At last count, there were about 57 different lift manufacturers. Not all are certified. Not all are insured. Many are "rebranded" versions of the same import lift.
Rotary Lift has about 60% of the market. Acknowledged as the most professional and found in most dealerships and service firms
Bend-Pak and Challenger share about 30% of the market. Both quality equlpment.
The balance of the suppliers make up the balance, 10% Quality with this sector becomes very subjective.
Pricing is a big thing - you truly get what you pay for. A big issue is safety and if the equipment meets OSHA and Fed. Standards. You don't need this in a private installation but remember who is going to be under the thing.
Start your search at http://www.autolift.org/ This is the link to the Automotive Lift Institute, an association of most of the lift manufacturers. They have some very useful info on determining the type to buy and info on equipment certification.
Hope this helps someone with their search and avoid a problem of buyer remorse.
Remember, the old adage about the getting what you pay for. With this equipment, there are some real issues with fit and finish as well as structural integrity. Ever seen that old cartoon character of the cowbow hat with the feet that stuck out from under the brim, as if it had been squashed down. Imagine 4,000 lbs falling 72" and you (or someone else) under it.
Paul P
HM1078
ps: my credentials, I have been in the lift business for forty years, beginning in the engineering department of Weaver Lift - the originators of the inground style lifts and first to introduce the above ground style lift back in 1971.
As one thinking about the same purchase, I'd like to thank you, Paul.
Many thanks Paul for the reminders of who is under the lift, us or maybe a family member...makes looking for a lift take on a whole new perspective. As one who has spent 350 some days in the hospital and 16+ operations, I can attest to the fact that spending an extra $500 to a $ 1,000 for a quality lift (or any other pc. of well made equipment) is money well spent. Mine was from a motorcycle accident and no fault of my own but it sure isn't much fun sitting there in a bed day after day no matter what causes it. Stay safe so you can enjoy your build.
Cobrasplit,
check out this site.
http://www.americasprideonline.com/
all correct info just some cool but safe knowledge to keep you going.
fuzzy i prefer the sturdiness of the 4 post and agree with the more accessability of a 2 post
yeah just thinking of purchasing later need all the input i can achieve.
first rule always saftey 1st.
thanx Guys.
the venomous dude,(cobraspit).