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Old 12-28-2010, 05:06 PM
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I've seen lots of posts on four post lifts in this spot, so I thought this was worth a try. I recently had a four post lift installed, but due to the angle of the approach ramp and a couple of bolts keeping it in place, clearance is suboptimal. I need to put together longer, more shallow angle approach ramps, preferable something more reliable than stacking boards. Has anyone here confronted this, and if so, any pictures of your solution?
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Old 12-28-2010, 06:12 PM
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Are yours not detachable? I upgraded from the steel to aluminum ones a heck of a lot lighter.
You can see a picture here where I bought the lift http://www.rhilifts.com/products/par...ccessories.php
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I have a BendPak 4 post and my 968 and 996 have no issue's moving up the standard ramps. The 968 is relatively low and does clear with ease. Have you tried adding a 3 foot length of 2 x 6?
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Maybe a set of race ramps? They would be super light, and you can just stand them against a wall and keep them secured with a simple bungee cord.
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thanks for the suggestions! Doc, where would I but race ramps. Don't race so don't know about them.



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