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Aug 14, 2006 | 06:38 PM

brdd

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scissors lifts

What do you know about scissors lifts? Specifically I am looking at the Bendpak MD 6XP model. I need to hear about your experiences, etc. on any model or brand of scissors lifts, especially as they relate to corvette usage.

Thanks in advance.....as usual......

Aug 14, 2006 | 06:55 PM

MartyW

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I was looking at that too so would be interested in people's feedback. I decided to wait till I build my full garage and get a 4 post, but still curious on the scissors lifts.

Aug 14, 2006 | 10:41 PM

CF6873

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I've had my Bendpak for about 3 years and I love it. I don't have the ceiling height for a 2 or 4 post but this is the next best thing. It is great for wheel and brake and suspension work. Even good for interior work when you wish the car was just a little higher. You can postion the car either forward on the lift or towards the rear to expose more of the underside that you want to work on. The one drawback is lack of access to the center of the car. When I had to pull the tranny out of my 94 I raised the car to the height I wanted, supported it on stands and they lowered the lift and dragged it out from underneath the car. It moves easily with a floor jack.

Aug 14, 2006 | 11:42 PM

PRNDL

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old thread, but I knew Juliet got one.

http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show...highlight=lift

Aug 15, 2006 | 07:36 AM

vetteonr

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Here's some photos of my lift I bought 3 years ago from Harbor Freight. I built the wood ramps to make it easier to get the vette on......

Aug 15, 2006 | 07:24 PM

brdd

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Does anyone know how much power they take? I only have 110 volt in my garage. I know they are heavy. How did you get them into your garage? Also, best places to buy or alternate brands?

Thanks again........

Aug 15, 2006 | 07:45 PM

Duke94

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Their web site says 110/220 so you should be good to go. I see it weights almost 1200 pounds, should be very robust.

http://www.bendpak.com/product_info.isg?products_id=759

Pace has one on Sale.
http://www.pacetools.com/vmr6sspec.php

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Aug 15, 2006 | 10:18 PM

CF6873

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Yes they only take 110 volts and plug into any receptacle. To move it around I use a floor jack and 3 S hooks to pick up the front of the lift with the eyelet. When you raise up the front the rear wheels will make contact with the floor and let you move it quite easily. You will need a tow motor to unload it from the delivery truck unless you request a truck with a lift gate.