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42ford |
02-11-2011 @ 12:31 PM
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Looking for feedback from some owners of 4 post lifts. I don't need to spend a lot of $ for a pro lift. What are some suggestions? Thanks Dick
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supereal |
02-11-2011 @ 2:20 PM
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We have two of them in our shop. They are heavy duty hoists capable of handling any vehicle that will fit between the towers. You can see a number of types at www.completehydraulic.com There are some non-pro hoists out there, but given the safety factor involved, it seems foolish to cut corners on that investment.
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40guy |
02-11-2011 @ 3:19 PM
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I'm more concerned with safety that most other things. I too have been looking at 4 post lifts. The only real conclusion I've come to is I want one made in the U.S.A. My made in China bathroom towel racks won't even hold a towel without modification. Therefore, I conclude there is no way I would trust them to make something to hold up a car while I get under it. No thanks.
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42ford |
02-11-2011 @ 5:28 PM
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Supereal Which ones do you have?
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rstefani59 |
02-11-2011 @ 6:30 PM
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I have a Danmar 4 post lift. It works very well and I have had no problems with it.
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OldIron |
02-11-2011 @ 7:27 PM
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I have a Direct Lift. It is made in China but I have been happy with the quality. It is a 7,000lb capacity and I use it strictly for my early Fords. I have had it about 5 years, keep it serviced, and have had no problems with it. At a cost of under $2,000, it's hard to beat. . . Chuck
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supereal |
02-12-2011 @ 11:26 AM
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42: I'm not at the shop today, but I'll post the brand when I am there. They are very expensive because we service several truck fleets. I've seen some of the cheap hoists, and I wouldn't get under anything on one. They might be sufficient to "doubledeck" cars for storage, but working on any vehicle usually requires some tugging, etc, and shifting of loads when large components are removed and installed. As in all things, "if cheap was as good as good, there wouldn't be any good".
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supereal |
02-12-2011 @ 11:38 AM
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Oops! Try again.
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Model B |
02-14-2011 @ 7:24 AM
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If you want a quality "American" made 4-post lift, I would recommend the Backyard Buddy. They are made in Warren, Ohio with steel made in either the U.S.A. or Canada. They cost a little more, but they are designed with safety in mind. Good luck, Pat
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parrish |
02-16-2011 @ 7:24 AM
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I have inspected some of the major players in the field and found this to be very helpful in justifying extra dollars as safety insurance... http://www.astudyinliftdesign.com/
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