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Old Jul 5, 2023 | 04:17 PM
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Anyone have any experience about which type lift is best for the C8. Either symmetric or asymmetric. Since most weight is in the rear, it would seem like the Asymmetric would be the right choice, but I don't know my last lift was a symmetric and I did not have a problem with my Dino 24 6 a mid-engine car.
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Old Jul 5, 2023 | 09:42 PM
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Mine is symmetrical, just ensure you use the correct lift points.
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Old Jul 5, 2023 | 10:23 PM
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I have a MaxJax. Works great for the c8
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Old Jul 6, 2023 | 08:59 AM
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I use 2 post lift


with C8 on backwards
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Originally Posted by Wadejesu
I use 2 post lift


with C8 on backwards
I think that a 2 post lift was implied. I have a 4 post lift which is a glorified parking spot as far as maintenance goes….
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I use a Challenger 9,000lb 2 post.
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What about using the quick jack for the C8?
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Old Jul 9, 2023 | 08:36 PM
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Originally Posted by Rich69R
What about using the quick jack for the C8?

the answer is that everything works.

It all depends on what you need out of your lift and what kind of room do you have to work with
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Originally Posted by Rich69R
What about using the quick jack for the C8?
I used my quick jack yesterday to install front grill guards. I could not get under the front Jack pucks on my car and was about 3-4 inches rear of the GM designated points. Worked as I was on frame and the square rubber pads you get with the Jack are great.
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