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Lifts, 2 Post Hydraulic Lift Questions |
ctc911ctc |
Feb 14 2019, 11:25 AM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 892 Joined: 9-June 18 From: boston Member No.: 22,206 Region Association: North East States |
All,
I am rebuilding the garage, very small NE garage 19' x 10' and about 8' clear. I am thinking about installing a 2 post lift where each post would be against the walls, out of the way. I am concerned about the safety of these lifts, I would only be putting 914s or 911s on this lift. 1. Is the anchoring of the pad sufficient to keep these from tilting (forward/back)? 2. How deep do the anchors need to be placed into the floor? Very little detail on web sites. 3. Are there any preferences as to vendors? I have been looking at this one: https://www.toolots.com/two-post-car-lift-l...#productDetails My requirements are that the lift be as small (footprint) and safe as possible. THANK YOU ALL TEENERS! CTC911CTC |
sithot |
Sep 29 2019, 05:39 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 446 Joined: 25-October 06 From: Virginia Member No.: 7,090 Region Association: None |
A friend has put these in his latest dealership. If only.... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/drooley.gif)
https://rotarylift.com/wp-content/uploads/2...y_Smartlift.pdf I like no encumbrances under a car. Having complete access to everything was the reason I went with a 2 post. The 4 post storage lift allows some work but it's still best used as a storage device. Bumping your head is a common occurrence. FWIW: It's apparently a little known fact that a third "leg" is recommended for 2 post lifts. I use an older Rotary screw jack for extra stability when they're up high or if there's going to be some "tugging" on non-compliant nuts and bolts.(IMG:style_emoticons/default/wink.gif) The Rotary RS4 is sold on Amazon for about $140. Well worth it for added insurance. Also recommend HD rubber lift pads that are cut for seam welds. Easier on the chassis. |
ClayPerrine |
Sep 29 2019, 12:21 PM
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Life's been good to me so far..... Group: Admin Posts: 15,443 Joined: 11-September 03 From: Hurst, TX. Member No.: 1,143 Region Association: NineFourteenerVille |
FWIW: It's apparently a little known fact that a third "leg" is recommended for 2 post lifts. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/agree.gif) I always put a stand under the back of a 914 when I have it up on my lift. I have seen a car fall off a lift, and I don't want it to happen to me. I am not paranoid... just convinced the world is out to get me. |
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