Two post lift comments?
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Instructor
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From: Flemington, nj 08822 usa
Two post lift comments?
I've got a Superlifts four post which is great for storage but needed a two post for drivetrain work etc. When I was at Barrett Jackson, Superlifts ran a show special so I now have a two post on the way. Does anyone else have a two post installed and what are some of the things I need to be aware of? The garage floor was already built with an 8" thick slab where the lift will be mounted.
Thanks,
Larry
Thanks,
Larry
Team Owner
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From: Columbia Missouri
Make sure your garage circuit breakers are up to the task of the needs of the motor plus whatever you already use in the garage. Did you make note of the motor and if it's designed for 110 or 220? When mounting it, give yourself enough room around the posts to walk around the car and even open doors when it's in the air or when positioning it.
Intermediate
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From: shamokin PA.
lift
i am sure you know this already but here it goes anyway.when you are lifting whatever always lift with the 4 arms.say you just wanted to lift front to do tire work lift whole car or truck do not lift just one end.
Heel & Toe
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From: Stow Ohio
Be sure that the posts are plumb when installed. Usually accomplished using plastic horseshoe shaped shims between the base plates and floor. 8" of concrete is more than enough thickness. Since you will probably be using 5 1/2" - 6" wedge anchors, don't drill all the way thru the floor. Be sure to blow out the concrete dust from the holes before setting the anchors.
Bruce
Bruce
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From: Meriden CT
2-post asymetric here.... love it to death. Its from Autolifters of America, 8000 lb capacity, tested to 23,000.
My best advice is to ensure that whatever you buy is manufactured in the USA.
Pops and I got 'er installed in a day. Electrician was in the following day to wire it up... best investment we ever made.
My best advice is to ensure that whatever you buy is manufactured in the USA.
Pops and I got 'er installed in a day. Electrician was in the following day to wire it up... best investment we ever made.
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From: Flemington, nj 08822 usa
Thanks everyone! I ordered an asymmetric floor plate model due to ceiling clearance. It's actually going into a new 30 x35 pole garage with a ten foot ceiling. I installed a 30 amp 220v circuit.
Larry
Larry
Melting Slicks
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From: Meriden CT
You'll love it... just be sure your hood is down when you lift the car!!!!!
Racer
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From: Onley VA
Team Owner
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From: Columbia Missouri
Four post lifts are better for storage. Some two post lifts are advertised as storage racks, but you must make sure the unit is set up for something like that.
Racer
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From: Sandy TX
I've seen (somewhere) a set-up that allows you to put full-length ramps on a two-post lift (called it "convertible")...but I can't find it.
Instructor
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From: Chardon Ohio
Would appreciate info on this if anybody comes up with it.
Melting Slicks
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From: Meriden CT
Team Owner
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From: Columbia Missouri
If I had a two post lift, I would not store a car on it unless I had spoken with a tech support and made sure there would be no damage or safety issues with doing so. Like I said...some of them are designed for that.
Drifting
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I store a 3,000 pound car on a 9,000 pound lift. Install guys said no problem.
