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I just bought my 5th Corvette (2026) but the first one off the show room. Previous builds 69 Corvette restored, 89 for fun, 64 GS Replica, 71 ProTouring, a 72 Camaro and now this 2026. I currently have a challenger two post 10k lift and it looks like a lot of *** pain to use it for what I will be doing which is not turning wrenches building one. I know I would need an extra wide and would like to hear back with your comments on both.
At 69 years old my fun meter has been readjusted and so far its been pegged driving it. Thanks
2 posts comments welcome but it looks painful to line it up and get out of the car without messing the door hitting the post while getting out , then get flat on my back lining up the pucs and lift. I'm sure it not a onetime shot and especially by yourself.
I use a 4 post and it is not an extra wide, it is actually a compact version from when I had an AC cobra. Stock car with street alignment (Z06), the outside of the tires is right at the edge of the ramps. Hangs over a bit with my track alignment wheels that push the offset further out. Not an issue in either case for me. Sliding bridge jack is a must.
The two-post lift must be fine.....functional and safe.......but it looks like it defies the laws of physics.......the fourposter has a lot of room for operator error.... no need for precise positioning ..........made for a klutz like me...the C8 overlaps the width by a few inches....
I have always used four post lifts. I owned a service business and had 28 trucks which we serviced in house and the four post lifts with rolling jacks was all we ever needed to do all the service on them. I now have one in my garage and am very happy with it.
I have always used four post lifts. I owned a service business and had 28 trucks which we serviced in house and the four post lifts with rolling jacks was all we ever needed to do all the service on them. I now have one in my garage and am very happy with it.
Thanks I plan on going too a 4 post whats the brand? I also want a very steady lift.
If you buy a 4 post lift spend the extra money and get the extra wide version. I had a 2016 Stingray when I bought my lift and it fit but my new E-Ray will not fit so I had to get a new lift that is wider for it. The extra width gives you a little more room for error when you pull it on by yourself in case your car isn't perfectly centered.
if you have the front lift any 4 post lift will be fine, but being a custom car builder all my career bendpack lifts for me have had best reliability and customer service if needed.
I've had a 2 post for years. It was the right choice for room, budget and the type of work I was doing at the time. It isn't too bad to line up and front lift certainly helps. Very difficult to open the doors enough on many vehicles.
I'd trade it for a 4 post in a heart beat now.
Can't do this foolishness with a 4 post. Now it's just basic tinkering. Annie keeps me from getting too carried away.
I have two 4 posts, one in house garage and on in main shop with bridge jack converted to air. Both are XLT8000 Triumphs. the extra room is nice and goes high enough you cant hit your head 79" under the runways.
I just changed my 4 post to a single post after 15 years. The best change I could have made in every way.....everything is a mess because I'm changing things around. I'm 6' 3" and can walk under it without issue.
I prefer a 2 post lift but have a 4 post lift (got a good deal on it). 4 post lifts are good for light maintenance or storing 2 vehicles in one spot. 2 post lifts are good for heavy duty maintenance or when the wheels need to be removed. I don't know if you could drop a C8 engine or transaxle on a 4 post lift.
I prefer a 2 post lift but have a 4 post lift (got a good deal on it). 4 post lifts are good for light maintenance or storing 2 vehicles in one spot. 2 post lifts are good for heavy duty maintenance or when the wheels need to be removed. I don't know if you could drop a C8 engine or transaxle on a 4 post lift.
2 post lift for dropping cradle. but wheels, brakes, suspension, exhaust, all that the 4 post works great for.
2 post lift for dropping cradle. but wheels, brakes, suspension, exhaust, all that the 4 post works great for.
While you can remove wheels do suspension work with a 4 post lift and bridge jack it is more work than just lifting the car with a 2 post lift. And, for me, the rails are often still the the way for easy access.
I disagree, used 2 posts a million times as well. It takes more time to get a lowered car on the 2 post then it worth unless dropping cradle.
I can drive on all my lowered vetts, and raise them in 2 min... then can have a wheel off in another 2-4 min. and the runways are great for setting tools on ha. They make both for a reason for sure. But most of the stuff I do with cars, 4 posts works great and stores other cars when done.
I've had a Rotary brand 2 post lift since 2005. My lift is asymmetrical so opening the car or truck door is less of a problem. My next door neighbor has a four post that I've used many times and it's pretty sweet. He has two rolling jacks to get a car up off the runways which is very nice. The runways are also a very convenient place to set your tools or parts as you work. I'd love to have both style lifts.
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4 post lift for C8
......made for a klutz like me...the C8 overlaps the width by a few inches....
