Lifts - Choices?
Melting Slicks
Joined: Dec 2003
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From: Chicago N/W Suburbs
Here in the Chicago area, my neighbor has one of these two post mobile lifts. I never seen such a thing before. It's very slick. You can roll the thing around with an attachable lever-with-wheel. You have complete access under the car. You can park another car under it, or just roll it more forward and park your car's front end inside it when you don't need it.
Finkbeiner Mobile Car Lift FHB3000
http://www.finkbeiner-lifts.com/engl...upframeset.htm
Click on VEHICLES, and then the 1st one.
Very expensive though, and hard to find in the states.
Finkbeiner Mobile Car Lift FHB3000
http://www.finkbeiner-lifts.com/engl...upframeset.htm
Click on VEHICLES, and then the 1st one.
Very expensive though, and hard to find in the states.
Instructor
Joined: Jul 2006
Posts: 132
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From: Melbourne FL
Originally Posted by racer34v
also theyre 100 miles from the house, makes pickup possible
Good luck on the lift of your choice - and of course just always be careful!
If anyone's in the area and interested in stopping by, feel free to look me up.
Trevor
Race Director
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From: Vancouver
2015 C5 of Year Finalist
St. Jude Donor '05-'06-'07-'08-'09-'10
Originally Posted by Ron Dittmer
Here in the Chicago area, my neighbor has one of these two post mobile lifts. I never seen such a thing before. It's very slick. You can roll the thing around with an attachable lever-with-wheel. You have complete access under the car. You can park another car under it, or just roll it more forward and park your car's front end inside it when you don't need it.
Finkbeiner Mobile Car Lift FHB3000
http://www.finkbeiner-lifts.com/engl...upframeset.htm
Click on VEHICLES, and then the 1st one.
Very expensive though, and hard to find in the states.
Finkbeiner Mobile Car Lift FHB3000
http://www.finkbeiner-lifts.com/engl...upframeset.htm
Click on VEHICLES, and then the 1st one.
Very expensive though, and hard to find in the states.
Burning Brakes
Joined: Aug 2006
Posts: 1,217
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From: Stark County Ohio
Concerning four-post lifts:
I just ordered my second four-post Backyard Buddy Lift. It’s more expensive but it is a much safer design as opposed to the open channel posts.
Backyard buddy uses square structural steel posts with an outside slider that completely envelopes the posts. This design will not allow the legs to “kick out”. The four-corner locking mechanism of the Backyard Buddy design is second to none. In fact, it’s downright scary the way locking mechanisms on some other lifts are designed.
Visit the BB web site for more info – watch the video. I value my safety far above saving a few dollars on an inferior lift.
Get what you want and go cheap if you want, but do your family a favor and keep you life insurance paid up in full. If your single, at least have enough coverage to cover your burial costs.
I just ordered my second four-post Backyard Buddy Lift. It’s more expensive but it is a much safer design as opposed to the open channel posts.
Backyard buddy uses square structural steel posts with an outside slider that completely envelopes the posts. This design will not allow the legs to “kick out”. The four-corner locking mechanism of the Backyard Buddy design is second to none. In fact, it’s downright scary the way locking mechanisms on some other lifts are designed.
Visit the BB web site for more info – watch the video. I value my safety far above saving a few dollars on an inferior lift.
Get what you want and go cheap if you want, but do your family a favor and keep you life insurance paid up in full. If your single, at least have enough coverage to cover your burial costs.
Melting Slicks
Joined: Sep 2005
Posts: 2,439
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From: MN
St. Jude Donor '06
Originally Posted by Stock Man
Man that is slick!! I tried to find a price on it but couldn't do you know how much this thing is going for?
http://www.ferrarichat.com/cgi-bin/d...80&page=236952
Chris
Team Owner
Joined: Sep 2001
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From: Lake Elsinore, CA
Originally Posted by timemender
Concerning four-post lifts:
I just ordered my second four-post Backyard Buddy Lift. It’s more expensive but it is a much safer design as opposed to the open channel posts.
Backyard buddy uses square structural steel posts with an outside slider that completely envelopes the posts. This design will not allow the legs to “kick out”. The four-corner locking mechanism of the Backyard Buddy design is second to none. In fact, it’s downright scary the way locking mechanisms on some other lifts are designed.
Visit the BB web site for more info – watch the video. I value my safety far above saving a few dollars on an inferior lift.
Get what you want and go cheap if you want, but do your family a favor and keep you life insurance paid up in full. If your single, at least have enough coverage to cover your burial costs.
I just ordered my second four-post Backyard Buddy Lift. It’s more expensive but it is a much safer design as opposed to the open channel posts.
Backyard buddy uses square structural steel posts with an outside slider that completely envelopes the posts. This design will not allow the legs to “kick out”. The four-corner locking mechanism of the Backyard Buddy design is second to none. In fact, it’s downright scary the way locking mechanisms on some other lifts are designed.
Visit the BB web site for more info – watch the video. I value my safety far above saving a few dollars on an inferior lift.
Get what you want and go cheap if you want, but do your family a favor and keep you life insurance paid up in full. If your single, at least have enough coverage to cover your burial costs.
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show...ht=autolifters
This is one of the most debated issues I have seen on this forum and I have yet to see a concensus appear on the definitive choice on a residential lift. Despite my experience with the enclosed post design, I still went with a Bend-Pak after many, many months of research and discussions with lift owners. Hey - to each, his own. I think we all develop our own confort level based on our experiences and research. It's good to be happy with the choice you made.
Burning Brakes
Joined: Aug 2006
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From: Stark County Ohio
Originally Posted by Patches
Of course, we're all entitled to our opinions.............
...................... Despite my experience with the enclosed post design, I still went with a Bend-Pak after many, many months of research and discussions with lift owners. Hey - to each, his own. I think we all develop our own confort level based on our experiences and research. It's good to be happy with the choice you made.
...................... Despite my experience with the enclosed post design, I still went with a Bend-Pak after many, many months of research and discussions with lift owners. Hey - to each, his own. I think we all develop our own confort level based on our experiences and research. It's good to be happy with the choice you made.
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Pro
Joined: Aug 1999
Posts: 704
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From: Calgary AB
Can anyone share information on Gemini Lifts of Fort Worth? I did a bunch of research related to a CF lift group purchase several years ago and it was suggested that Gemini builds the lifts for Superior.
Instructor
Joined: Dec 2005
Posts: 171
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From: Gainesville Florida
Just got back from a Chevy show in Gainesville FLA. There was a representative there from Revolution Lifts. He had a model there I was able to review, similiar to thier RFP7 model. I haven't had a chance to see many models - let alone use them (Superlifts, Bend Pac or Backyard Buddy). Of course, the rep spent most of the time explaining the advantages of this brand of lift. Does anyone had a Revolution lift at home or at work (Seems they have sold industrial lifts for many years). Rep stated all steel is purchased from US steel company in Pennsylvania. Lift is manufactured in Indiana. Stated they have only entered the home market recently under the Revolution brand name (Industrial units are Rotary). Seems like a solid unit at a decent price.
- Solid steel colums with dual locking latches.
- Solid one piece runways.
- Adjustable latch bars for leveling runways.
- 3rd party tested by ETL and certified by ALI.
This is a confusing subject. Anyone close to Gainesville FLA with a Superlift, Bend Pac, BYB or Revolution 4 post lift? I'd really like to work them a few times, evaluate the size of the steel, cables and locking systems. Thanks.
- Solid steel colums with dual locking latches.
- Solid one piece runways.
- Adjustable latch bars for leveling runways.
- 3rd party tested by ETL and certified by ALI.
This is a confusing subject. Anyone close to Gainesville FLA with a Superlift, Bend Pac, BYB or Revolution 4 post lift? I'd really like to work them a few times, evaluate the size of the steel, cables and locking systems. Thanks.
Le Mans Master
Joined: Sep 2000
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From: ABQ NM
Cruise-In II Veteran
Just as an FYI for those of you who prefer the boxed column design of the BYB and All American Lifts (as compared to the "C" channel columns), Superior Lifts now makes a similar style.
Burning Brakes
Joined: May 2004
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From: Frederick Md
Originally Posted by Bob Holinski
Can anyone share information on Gemini Lifts of Fort Worth? I did a bunch of research related to a CF lift group purchase several years ago and it was suggested that Gemini builds the lifts for Superior.
To be honest I got "cheap" and purchased the Gemeni
still not sure I really did the correct thing ..or I should say the "smart" thing... It has given me no problems, I have no fear of it falling. But I really do not like the open posts..
I did however junk the ramps...Way too heavy...
designed my own and had a local metal fabrication
shop make me a lighter (and shorter set ..shorter so I could store them behind the rear wheels of a car when the car was "up"..
Bob G
Team Owner
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There are growing number of us CF Members who are investing into the very affordable mid rise lifts because of their maneuverability, no need to drill any holes in the floor and no concerns with Garage height height restrictions that prevent posts.
You can get to anything with these lifts. They can raise up to 54". I use a stool when she's rasied over 4 feet or a creeper (and work on my back) with her raised up about 18".
Only downside is You may need long wooden ramps if you have lowered your car to get over the lift but thats it. Here are some views.
You can get to anything with these lifts. They can raise up to 54". I use a stool when she's rasied over 4 feet or a creeper (and work on my back) with her raised up about 18".
Only downside is You may need long wooden ramps if you have lowered your car to get over the lift but thats it. Here are some views.
Last edited by GR8-LIFE; Oct 23, 2006 at 10:32 AM.
Racer
Joined: Feb 2002
Posts: 311
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From: Kansas City MO
Norco vs Bend-Pak Thoughts Wanted
"There are growing number of us CF Members who are investing into the very affordable mid rise lifts because of their maneuverability, no need to drill any holes in the floor and no concerns with Garage height height restrictions that prevent posts."
I've seen some of the earlier posts regarding the Norco as well as the Bend-Pak mid rise lifts. Now that they've been in place for a while how about an update/comparison between the two. They both look to be exellent scissor lifts.
Thanks!!
I've seen some of the earlier posts regarding the Norco as well as the Bend-Pak mid rise lifts. Now that they've been in place for a while how about an update/comparison between the two. They both look to be exellent scissor lifts.
Thanks!!
Team Owner
Joined: Jun 2001
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Originally Posted by dslater35
"There are growing number of us CF Members who are investing into the very affordable mid rise lifts because of their maneuverability, no need to drill any holes in the floor and no concerns with Garage height height restrictions that prevent posts."
I've seen some of the earlier posts regarding the Norco as well as the Bend-Pak mid rise lifts. Now that they've been in place for a while how about an update/comparison between the two. They both look to be exellent scissor lifts.
Thanks!!
I've seen some of the earlier posts regarding the Norco as well as the Bend-Pak mid rise lifts. Now that they've been in place for a while how about an update/comparison between the two. They both look to be exellent scissor lifts.
Thanks!!
Pro
Joined: Aug 1999
Posts: 704
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From: Calgary AB
Originally Posted by wamara
Just as an FYI for those of you who prefer the boxed column design of the BYB and All American Lifts (as compared to the "C" channel columns), Superior Lifts now makes a similar style.
Supporting Vendor
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From: http://www.mphparts.com 800-364-1975
Originally Posted by MARK's_C5TT
I have had my NORCO for 5 months now and have had absolutely no mechanical problems with the lift. Obviouslyy I cant speak for the BENDPAK but they pretty much do the same thing. You might want to see if there are any warranty advantages with one or the other
http://www.bendpak.com/product_info.isg?products_id=757
I think this lift is the ultimate DIY Vette lift -- you can daily drive onto and off the lift with the ramps it has, I use my lift bay in the garage as a regular place to park my Vette. Also, the center of the lifting area is completely unobstructed. This means you can drop the engine and tranny if you want to (I've already dropped the engine to install my twin turbos, so I know first hand it can be done, with ease).
I paid around $3K delivered and installed. A little spendier than some other lifts but I've already paid for the lift in labor that I've saved doing mods to my car. Sure, I'm still spending personal timing doing the labor and time is money, but it's something I'm having a good time doing.
Pro
Joined: Aug 1999
Posts: 704
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From: Calgary AB
Several years ago I led a group purchase on this forum and several of us bought Superior lifts. After using it a few years I sold mine to another local Vette owner because I ran out of room and needed to store a boat inside the garage.
This past summer I purchased another lift from a local company who builds their own but I had issues with the posts not wanting to remain vertical. The the owner of the company insisted that this was not a big deal and that all lifts moved around a little when you raised or lowered them unless they were bolted to the floor. This was not the case with my Superior lift. I was not happy with it and was fortunate that he took it back and gave me a full refund (I paid for moving it back to his shop).
After considering a several US built models including I settled on one from All American lifts. Earl, the guy I delt with was very helpful in answering all my questions and after several discussions on my requirements they custom fabricated one of their larger lifts to meet my maximum height and minimum lift height needs. It's supposed to be shipped today. I'll post an update once it arrives and I sure do hope it meets my expectations.
This past summer I purchased another lift from a local company who builds their own but I had issues with the posts not wanting to remain vertical. The the owner of the company insisted that this was not a big deal and that all lifts moved around a little when you raised or lowered them unless they were bolted to the floor. This was not the case with my Superior lift. I was not happy with it and was fortunate that he took it back and gave me a full refund (I paid for moving it back to his shop).
After considering a several US built models including I settled on one from All American lifts. Earl, the guy I delt with was very helpful in answering all my questions and after several discussions on my requirements they custom fabricated one of their larger lifts to meet my maximum height and minimum lift height needs. It's supposed to be shipped today. I'll post an update once it arrives and I sure do hope it meets my expectations.
Racer
Joined: Mar 2004
Posts: 469
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From: St. Rose LA
lift group buy
Here is a group buy over on the Garage journal forum http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/s...ead.php?t=6046 Bend-Pak HD9, Rotary Revolution, or BYB. I can't decide.
Bend-Pak HD9, Rotary Revolution, or BYB. I can't decide.
Advanced
Joined: Dec 2001
Posts: 85
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From: Washington PA
About a year ago I purchased and installed a BendPak MX-10AC. I also purchased the optional Low Profile Arms. (You have to dig a little for that option). I think it as around an additional $200. I could not be more pleased. Three of my close buddies installed it in less than two days. We had to cut holes in the ceiling to install the crossover, but it looks great. I have a ten foot ceiling and the Vette goes completely to the end of the lift without touching the ceiling, and with the low profile arms, I have no wood block to drive on! The price was right. Glad to show anyone interested.