4 Post Lift Question, Can I engine drop? Options

[JmuRiz]

I'm in the process of shopping for a lift.
The question of 2 or 4 post has come up.

A 4-post will fulfill my needs (mostly storage and some work), but I'm not sure if a 914 and 356 motor can be dropped between the 32" gap in the middle.

Any ideas/experiences on engine drops with a 4-post lift? Thanks.

[gandalf_025]

I just checked the open area between the rails on my 4 post lift and it is 39" wide.
I have removed 911 and 914/6 engines and trans with it and the only issue I had was the tip of an Extractor exhaust on a 911 engine stuck out more than that.. If I had removed that muffler first, it would have been no problem.
The 2 post lifts seem to have the advantage for working on brakes and suspension, but since I park cars on mine for winter storage, I feel a lot more secure on my floors with the 4 post and it is movable with wheels when you want it out of the way.
I had mine installed in the middle bay of my garage, But now, a year later. I realize it would be better in the left side bay.. I already moved power to the new location and next time I take the car down, I'll put the wheels on it and move it over. Easy and simple.
Guess it is a personal preference thing.

I have never checked the clearances, But is there a chance of hitting the post of a 2 Post lift with the door of a car parked under it. I know that if it was possible, I'd end up doing it somehow..