Single-Post Lift...has anyone got one? |
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Single-Post Lift...has anyone got one? |
Cracker |
Jan 14 2017, 11:45 AM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 2,148 Joined: 2-February 10 From: Atlanta (area) Member No.: 11,316 Region Association: South East States |
I am considering finally doing something about my limited garage/shop space at my home. The only positive thing about my garage is that I do have 11' ceilings which create a few options for adding multiple cars vertically. These are the marketing pictures from the manufacturer - made in the USA/Texas!
I am well versed in regards to the pros and cons of two-post, four-post, and sizer lifts but am intrigued by this single-post lift. Has anyone owned or have seen one of these lifts in person? My goal is mainly storage more than anything else - I have access to multiple two-post lifts for maintenance. I also like that the "post" fits nearly up against the outside wall leaving everything else open. My wife could possibly still park in the bay to the side (still)...other than limited maintenance options - am I missing something? PS: I would also be installing a Liftmaster Jackshaft opener allowing the tracks and door to be inches off the ceiling! A good friend of mine had this installed and is very pleased with it and the space saving benefits it offers. Tony |
Cracker |
Jan 16 2017, 09:47 PM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 2,148 Joined: 2-February 10 From: Atlanta (area) Member No.: 11,316 Region Association: South East States |
Spoke to the manufacturer today...pretty straight forward.
The unit requires 4" of 3500 lb concrete with re-bar - typical to most current building codes. There are four anchor bolts for the base - it weighs quite a bit - 3800 lbs for the 4.5k lb lift. It is fairly compact - an upside for my garage - and uses 220v for power. They also sell a scissor lift assembly so the car can be raised on the lift. One interesting possibility is there is 48" between the rails - an engine change may not be out of the question with this unit. The one big downside is the price - 7200 shipped! I always like the expensive stuff...argh! T Single_post_specs_GSP_4.5_GSP_7_SPEC.pdf ( 68.16k ) Number of downloads: 49 |
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