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Old Jun 1, 2012 | 08:56 AM
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Anyone got any hot tips on a 2 post lift? Need one but not one with issues--any experience from someone? Thanks for any help!!

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Old Jun 1, 2012 | 08:59 AM
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There was a thread on here ... Lots of views ...
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Checked for threads but no one has said which lift they feel is better. I need recommendations on which one and why. Appreciate any help!!!
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Old Jun 20, 2012 | 07:39 AM
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I have an "american lift" two post 11,000 pound that works very well, Not difficult to install as long as you have the concrete to hold it. I think it was 5 inches of 2,000 psi or four of 5,000 psi was recomended. It's somewhat adjustable for height. My building is 14 feet at the peak but I think 12 at the corners of the lift. It will adjust shorter a little.
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Old Jun 20, 2012 | 09:31 AM
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I bought a BEND-PAK a few years ago and love it , it's a four post one but they carrry 2 posts, ones too .Ron
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Old Jun 20, 2012 | 09:32 AM
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Here are some photos of our lift. We love it. Extra wide extra tall. Don't skimp out on size, but also don't over pay for a name. We have picked up 28' boats as well as golf carts on this lift. I especially like the ability to pick up and be supported by either the frame or tires. We bought from Greg smith equipment Good luck Al
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Originally Posted by RIO68
Checked for threads but no one has said which lift they feel is better. I need recommendations on which one and why. Appreciate any help!!!
As in most every purchase, the cheap CHINA made lift usually wins out. Why? Cause of the cheap price. And it seems price overrules anything else.
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My Rotary is awsome! Best tool in the shop.

I'd never buy the cheap chinese ones. My life is worth the extra money.

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Thanks for the replies--been out of town and just got back in.
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My older brother had a great shop in Santa Cruz, CA. Comprehensive Mechanics. They used Rotary's; man were they nice! On another note, there are usually a couple to be found locally on Craigslist.
http://comprehensivemechanics.com/
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