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Posted by: GaroldShaffer Mar 19 2023, 06:53 PM

So, I have a nice TDRMR 6000 Midrise lift in the garage that I love! One of the best investments I made next two the 2 stage compressor for my garage. My ceiling is not high enough for a two post lift, midrise it is.

Those that have seen my garage know it is stuffed full with crap highly valuable Porsche 914 parts & parts cars. I know, its a sickness, but well at least Juile knows where I'm at 99% of the time.

Been giving thought to adding another "tool" to the madness. While I like the Quickjack setup https://www.quickjack.com/ I think I am leaning towards the EZ Car lift https://ezcarlift.com/gallery/motorcycles/image.php?i=phpGallery_images/Shadow_007_caster.JPG both do the same thing, but I kind like the fact that the EZ Car lift system is pretty simple to use, and you don't have to hook up hoses and pump like.

Anyone here ever use the EZCARLIFT system? Your thoughts? The cost is more than the Quickjack, but I really like the fact that you don't need the extra hoses and pump to use it. Just a heavy-duty drill which I have.

This is more about just getting the car off the ground to height that is easier on this old man's back when parting / working on 914s. I would still use the midrise for engine drops and everything else also, but having a 2nd option would be nice.

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Posted by: FlacaProductions Mar 19 2023, 07:15 PM

i LOVE my EZCarLift - and agree with everyone on the great investment front.

I picked EZCarLift over the QuickJack for just the reason you stated - no hoses, etc. All I need is a couple of boards under the wheels to get the 914 just a liiiiiiitle bit higher due to the lower-profile tires. I think stock height wouldn't need it and I don't need them when it comes back down until the suspension settles. I use a single EZCarLift hockey puck on each donut.

When mine isn't being used, it's propped up against the wall. It's quick and tidy. Works great. I'd do it again.

Posted by: bandjoey Mar 19 2023, 08:40 PM

QUOTE(FlacaProductions @ Mar 19 2023, 08:15 PM)

i LOVE my EZCarLift - and agree with everyone on the great investment front.

I picked EZCarLift over the QuickJack for just the reason you stated - no hoses, etc. All I need is a couple of boards under the wheels to get the 914 just a liiiiiiitle bit higher due to the lower-profile tires. I think stock height wouldn't need it and I don't need them when it comes back down until the suspension settles. I use a single EZCarLift hockey puck on each donut.

When mine isn't being used, it's propped up against the wall. It's quick and tidy. Works great. I'd do it again.

Posted by: L-Jet914 Mar 19 2023, 09:55 PM

I have the QuickJack BL-7000SLX setup as I do not have room for a two post lift in my garage and limited space. Max height is 21" and probably a few more when I use the light truck/suv adapters when working on other vehicles. I've never heard of the EZCar lift until today haha. One thing I didn't see on the EZCar lift was no safety locks unless it's stated somewhere else. The newer updated QuickJacks seem to have a 24" lift height.

Posted by: Krieger Mar 19 2023, 11:02 PM

I have had my EZ car lift for at least 10 years. I love it! It goes up 27 inches. I can just barely roll out my six with carbs. I also have the casters for it. At times they have been incredibly useful. I stand it up on the wall when I'm not using it. It is about 120lbs. Not light but still a bit of weight to drag to where I store it. My lowered car requires that I put a floor jack under the front of the car to roll it under. I only need to lift it about 2". It is well built, reliable and very easy to use. It does not have a locking device nor does it need one. Both rails have a large "screw" that runs the entire lenght. It can't collapse or unlock. Excellent customer service and updates from the owner.

Posted by: mlindner Mar 20 2023, 05:08 AM

Hi Garold, for engine drops I would skip the EZlift and just build a sturdy box on casters. Just lower your car down, unbolt engine/trans, lift car and out it rolls. Looks like you engine is out by the placement of your lift. Like 911's always add a few hundred pound to the front trunk to keep things balanced. And whats the Old Man thing, born in 1965. I'm 75 and still doing this shit and loving it. Best, Mark

Posted by: mgphoto Mar 20 2023, 10:14 AM

A vote for the EZ Car lift , I have the wheel kit so I can move it around the shop, had the car on the lift over a year once, the wheels made it a breeze, didn’t have to put wheels on the car to lower it to move from one spot to another.