BendPak 4 post lift, Good Lift? |
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BendPak 4 post lift, Good Lift? |
Cairo94507 |
Jul 31 2011, 03:33 PM
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Michael Group: Members Posts: 9,826 Joined: 1-November 08 From: Auburn, CA Member No.: 9,712 Region Association: Northern California |
Well I am going to be buying a lift for my garage. Mostly because I want to be able to put the six up high and park my daily driver under it and be able to leave one stall open all of the time just for ease of walking around. I have a 3 car garage and my wife has the middle stall for her daily driver.
In looking at these lifts, BendPak seems to emerge as a good quality unit. I did a search and came across several threads on lifts but nothing that specifically addresses the quality of the lifts. I am perfectly willing to bolt one to the garage floor if necessary. I know I want one that allows for the ramps to be moved wider if needed for an engine drop. I am hoping to be able to speak with BendPak on Monday to see what the recommend. I don't want overkill; I want a lift to be able to store the six and work on it. Not planning to put a 10K pound SUV on it. Thoughts or recommendations anyone? Thanks in advance. Michael |
Cairo94507 |
Aug 4 2011, 09:12 PM
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Michael Group: Members Posts: 9,826 Joined: 1-November 08 From: Auburn, CA Member No.: 9,712 Region Association: Northern California |
OK, time for some more information. I have decided on the BendPak HD 9 ST lift. The best price I found in searching adds was $2,835.00 (plus tax of course). I called BendPak and they referred me to a retailer in Southern CA and they have quoted me about 4% less.
So then they told me that they can have an actual BendPak installer come and install the lift for about $550 and that they may actually be able to bring the lift with them and deliver/handle it. (Shockingly, I do not have a fork lift sitting at my house to unload the lift off a delivery truck....) They also told me that have independent contractors who do install/setup as well. I asked what they would charge and I am presently awaiting a price for that with the same request that they actually deliver and install. One of the questions I have is what is the difference between going 220 or 110 for power. I actually have a 110 outlet in my ceiling right where the lift is going to go (I planned ahead) but if 220 is going to provide better service or longevity for the motor, I could have a 220 outlet added. Fortunately I have 220 in my laundry room right next to the garage so that would not be that bad. Finally is anyone willing to say what they actually paid for one of these lifts or what kind of discount I should fight for as a good deal? Thanks a lot. Michael |
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