Garage lift, 2 post VS 4 post
11-12-2008, 10:38 PM
#16
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2" foam at walls @ 48" depth with foil bubble stuff on grade around perimeter. Inner earth to act as heat sink. I just do not trust anchoring the post to the concrete only. Maybe I would if I had planned a reinforced area to start with.
Next question. Brands that you trust?
Next question. Brands that you trust?
11-12-2008, 10:42 PM
#17
Like others have said - 4 post for storage and 2 post for working. I have a Rotary assymetric 2-post and it's great. Make sure whichever brand you get you get arms that will go under your car. Many lifts have a minimum height of 4+ inches which is a problem for track cars. Rotary sells "Porsche Arms" with very low, cushioned, screw up adapters. Again that's the way to go. My company sells Rotary lifts so I can't say that I'm impartial but I do know what to get. The rear engine is not an issue, as long as you have at least 4-1/2 inches of concrete for the anchors a 3,000 pound car can be lifted just about any way you want (each arm can lift 2,500 pounds on its own). If the balance bothers you just put the front wheels in front of the spotting dish. You do need to be aware of balance if you're picking up a dually. There really isn't any way to attach any lift to the ceiling that I'm aware of and it certainly is not neccessary. You also need to decide between single and 3 phase current - 3 phase lifts faster and is more expensive. I have single phase and it's fine.
It's the best investment for that awesome garage you can make
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Randy
It's the best investment for that awesome garage you can make
Cheers
Randy
11-12-2008, 11:03 PM
#18
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2 post can be for both too. 
My home made rig for storage on wheels drive on and off with only a 2 inch ramp. With lift fully extended the bottom of the arms are 6 feet from the floor opening up the area under the car form use. 4 post lifts take up a lot of space if room is tight. 2 post lifts do not need any bracing. Install per recommendations and use with confidence.
My home made rig for storage on wheels drive on and off with only a 2 inch ramp. With lift fully extended the bottom of the arms are 6 feet from the floor opening up the area under the car form use. 4 post lifts take up a lot of space if room is tight. 2 post lifts do not need any bracing. Install per recommendations and use with confidence.
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11-12-2008, 11:58 PM
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11-13-2008, 09:51 PM
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For truly exhaustive discussions on lift options in all variations and applications, surf around on www.garagejournal.com They'd also like to see your garage.
my project here, although no lift since all it takes to raise the current racecar is a hoist hook through the roll hoop.
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/s...ead.php?t=5272
my project here, although no lift since all it takes to raise the current racecar is a hoist hook through the roll hoop.
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/s...ead.php?t=5272
Looks like it will be a 2 post unit for me when the time comes, and I will brace it to the ceiling. Afterall, I am a McGiever sort of guy. (sp)
