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| Nor Cal Kat | I'm thinking about purchasing this lift. Anyone have any feed back on this lift. Maybe we can get a group discount for POA.
http://www.revolutionlift.com/four-post.asp |
| Larry Lord | I'm not sure if this will help you or not but check out these 2 links for info and pricing on Bend-Pak Lifts.
They're made in Santa Paula California and you may be able to pick one up at the factory to save some freight. http://www.alphaomegaeq.com/cart_highlevel.php?catid=5 http://www.asedeals.com/lifts2.html |
| Ray | Still a BIG fan and proponent of DoublePark's products ... link on this site I believe, no? High quality and superb customer service. JMO |
| Ronald Heintschel | This lift is from www.kwiklift.com
It was easy to set up and use.
Plenty of room to work around and under.
No post to walk around.
Easy to park on when not on use.
 
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| Ronald Heintschel | If you have any questions feel free to call me 419-865-4229
Have a nice day
Ron 
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| PROWLE-R | I have a Superior brand 4 post lift I picked up at the Auto Show in Boston, works great, 7,000 Lbs capicity, I paid about $3200 included shipping. |
| Ronald Heintschel | Payed only$1,400.00 included shipping 2 Wheel chocks,center bridge 4 approach ramps and the lift was powercoated. |
| butchcee | this looks like a pretty good deal to me. http://www.alphaomegaeq.com/cart_detail.php?prod_ID=264
I'm getting too old for creepers. thanks LL. |
| Larry Lord | You're welcome Butchee,
Take note that ASE includes shipping and Alpha does not.
I've used many Bend-Pak over the years and have always had good luck with them.
I just ordered a Low Rise 6000 lb Portable.
http://www.alphaomegaeq.com/cart_detail.php?prod_ID=250 This message has been edited by Larry Lord on 11-26-2004 at 11:28 PM |
| RADCAT RICH | Larry, interested in your take on the low rise portable, i have looked at that one, looks more usefull!
-Rich. |
| Nor Cal Kat | It looks like I'll be going with the revolution lift. I need a lift to double park so the quick lift is out of the question. There have been good reviews on the rev lift from a couple of viper owners plus it is ALI certified. Bend pak was my other choice but didn't come in red to match the cat. Thanks for the input everyone. |
| GRROWL | quote:
Originally posted by RADCAT RICH:
Larry, interested in your take on the low rise portable, i have looked at that one, looks more usefull!
-Rich.
Thanks, Ron, for getting me thinking about a low-cost lift. Thanks, Larry, those Bend Paks sure look good. I'll probably end up with either the Model 60 or 60P. I've done about all of the online research I can and have a few real-world questions. Larry, you game? 1. Bend Pak states that they come wired with 3-prong 120 volt cords and draw 11 Amps, but they require a 25 Amp circuit. Have you used these in a standard 3-prong (15 Amp) outlet? For a 36 second duty-cycle, I would think it would be fine. 2. Is it practical to park over these on a daily basis? It seems it would be like going over a 4" high speedbump everytime you pull in or out of your garage. Do the ramps make this easy? Any clearance issues with the prowler? 3. If I only need "portability" within 6" or a foot, can I just shift the standard model around? When not in use, I park the prowler deep in the garage. When I need the lift, I would shift it back about a foot. The "book" says that the standard model needs to be bolted down, but I really don't see what 2 bolts would do other than stop it from shifting around (which I actually want, except when it's in use and then the weight of the car should keep it in place). 4. Any other decision factors between standard and portable models if I'm only going to use it (only have room) in one parking position? Thanks. I just KNEW you were going to cost me $money when you first recommended the Bend Paks and I took a look. -GRROWL |
| TRACY G. HARP | There was a company at the Turkey Rod Run with a 4 post lift there advertised for $1,995.00. It would lift 7,000 lbs & comes included with "FREE" caster kit, drip trays & jack tray. This is the same company that was at the show last year. If anyone is interested Direct-Lift (866)347-5438 or www.directlift.com (Pro-Park 7) model #. They are located in CA, ND, Tx, IN & Fl |
| IM PRWLN | Just to "muddy" the water....I researched this subject at length a couple of years ago and I found the "Backyard Buddy" to be a "Best Buy!" Their safety lock system on all four corners appeared the strongest. They were not welded on "tabs." They are also powder coated. My Kat is "hibernating" atop the Backyard Buddy as I type! Many of the lifts are made in Kansas and sold to various distributors and sold under different nameplates. The Backyard Buddy is made and distributed in Warren, OH. I drove to Warren and picked mine up. Saved on shipping! Which is fine if you live close to Warren. Anyway, good luck...there are many to choose from. Pat |
| BlackAMX | I have an Autolifter lift. You will need at least an 11 foot ceiling for this lift. It will raise my vehicles to a height of 6ft. Like I said before, get a Hemmings Motor News. There are a bunch of lift companies advertised in it. Send for all the free brochures on lifts and go for the one that that you feel will be right for you. I liked the Autolifter because I can get the car up high to work under it and I like the lifting arms rather than drive on ramps because I can pull the wheels off without anything being in the way. I can also park another vehicle under the raised vehicle.
Good hunting,
Greg |
| Larry Lord | Grrowl, Sorry for the late reply.
I now have the LR60P in my garage.
It was easy to assemble and is very easy to use. I just used a drop light to plug into so I would say that amperage draw is of little concern.
The best feature is that I can move the hoist around and that I can drive any car over it while still using the space for parking. The car can enter from either end and drive completely over or past the hoist if needed. This rack is perfect for cleaning and brake or suspension service.
The drawback is that there are cross braces and a ram in you way if you plan on using a creeper under the center your car.
Lift time is quick and the rack is very soild when up. Would I do it again? Yes, but if I had enough ceiling clearance, I would definately get a 2 or 4 post rack instead of the lo-rise. |
| CJ | We have the Cytech Double Park for my cats and we love it. No problems.....
 
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| RADCAT RICH | quote:
Originally posted by Larry Lord:
Grrowl,Sorry for the late reply.
I now have the LR60P in my garage.
It was easy to assemble and is very easy to use. I just used a drop light to plug into so I would say that amperage draw is of little concern.
The best feature is that I can move the hoist around and that I can drive any car over it while still using the space for parking. The car can enter from either end and drive completely over or past the hoist if needed. This rack is perfect for cleaning and brake or suspension service.
The drawback is that there are cross braces and a ram in you way if you plan on using a creeper under the center your car.
Lift time is quick and the rack is very soild when up. Would I do it again? Yes, but if I had enough ceiling clearance, I would definately get a 2 or 4 post rack instead of the lo-rise.
PICTURES LARRY ON/OFF AND UNDERNEATH ??? |
| GRROWL | quote:
Originally posted by Larry Lord:
Grrowl,Sorry for the late reply.
I now have the LR60P in my garage.
It was easy to assemble and is very easy to use. I just used a drop light to plug into so I would say that amperage draw is of little concern.
The best feature is that I can move the hoist around and that I can drive any car over it while still using the space for parking. The car can enter from either end and drive completely over or past the hoist if needed. This rack is perfect for cleaning and brake or suspension service.
The drawback is that there are cross braces and a ram in you way if you plan on using a creeper under the center your car.
Lift time is quick and the rack is very soild when up. Would I do it again? Yes, but if I had enough ceiling clearance, I would definately get a 2 or 4 post rack instead of the lo-rise.
Thanks, Larry, that resolves my major question of running a 25 Amp circuit through all-finished space across my entire house. I do believe I will be ordering one. -GRROWL |
| Larry Lord | My dirt car is too narrow for the lift so I used a couple of cross bars as a lift aid. A standard car fits well on the pads. 
This message has been edited by Larry Lord on 12-14-2004 at 12:00 AM |
| Larry Lord | Here's what the car on the lift looked like on the track. Notice it's #1.
Track champion 3 years in a row and still track record holder.The car had an AMC Gremlin style fiberglass roof. The aluminum body was hand built and painted by yours truly.
Those were the good old days. 
This message has been edited by Larry Lord on 12-14-2004 at 09:45 AM |
