CONSIDERING A LIFT...RECOMENDATIONS PLEASE????
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Safety Car
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From: Okeechobee Florida
CONSIDERING A LIFT...RECOMENDATIONS PLEASE????
i am considering purchasing a lift for my shop...
should i think about a 2 post or a 4 post?
what brands are good and not so good?
how about used compaired to new?
what are the prices like?
any advise?
thanx very much!
should i think about a 2 post or a 4 post?
what brands are good and not so good?
how about used compaired to new?
what are the prices like?
any advise?
thanx very much!
Safety Car
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From: Las Vegas NV
Re: CONSIDERING A LIFT...RECOMENDATIONS PLEASE???? (SIGNGUY)
Racer
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From: tuttle ok
Re: CONSIDERING A LIFT...RECOMENDATIONS PLEASE???? (SIGNGUY)
I bought a 2 post lift built buy a company called bend pak. Would not trade it for the world. Works on my C3 and C5 rated at 9000 lbs and cost $2600 and if i recall that included shipping.
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Burning Brakes
Joined: Sep 2000
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From: Maine
Re: CONSIDERING A LIFT...RECOMENDATIONS PLEASE???? (jetmech)
I have a Superior 4-post (Forum group purchase) and it does the job for me. I think that 2-posts give you more room to work, but I don't like the idea of leaving a car on them for long periods of time, which I can do with the 4-poster.
On the 4-poster - I prefer the external locks as you can easily check the position of the lock-dogs, something I'm very careful about. Try to visit some and talk to the owners to see for yourself. I would think that there should be someone w/in driving distance if you're in FL. Maybe think about a separate topic asking the question?
On the 4-poster - I prefer the external locks as you can easily check the position of the lock-dogs, something I'm very careful about. Try to visit some and talk to the owners to see for yourself. I would think that there should be someone w/in driving distance if you're in FL. Maybe think about a separate topic asking the question?
Drifting
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From: Tucson AZ
St. Jude Donor '11,'13
Re: CONSIDERING A LIFT...RECOMENDATIONS PLEASE???? (SIGNGUY)
I have a stinger 4 post and would not trade it for anything. I really like the way you can wheel it around with the car on it. It makes things so easy to get done.
Instructor
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From: Inver Grove Heights MN
Re: CONSIDERING A LIFT...RECOMENDATIONS PLEASE???? (SIGNGUY)
I have a small garage with a low ceiling. Turns out I have only 3 inches total clearance to work with top and bottom. I sent drawings and had several telephone conversations with the folks that make STINGER lifts before buying. I ordered a special height lift and it's set up with a hydraulic limit switch that keeps my Vette from hitting the ceiling and has been a great piece of equipment.
Take a look at the pictures ...
http://www.corvetteforum.net/c3/easy_rider
I highly recommend the Stinger Lift by Axe Equipment Company.
Jim
Take a look at the pictures ...
http://www.corvetteforum.net/c3/easy_rider
I highly recommend the Stinger Lift by Axe Equipment Company.
Jim
