I am expanding the stable. I have a tall garage and am thinking about a 4 post storage lift. I think the speedster will be the car that most often rides up the elevator. I have in-floor heat and I am pretty sure I can't drill anchors. If you have a lift can you tell me what you do and don't like about it? Thanks in advance for the reviews....
-Jared
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Now that is a great topic, I have investigated some lifts from this company but never made the jump as my garage has ceiling of 9 feet only. Ray
http://www.bendpak.com/car-lifts/parking-lifts/
Update:
here is their certification site link http://www.bendpak.com/a-study...ur-Post-Lift-Design/
Dialog BMK - Bernie Cruising in Australia. He has a pretty sweet set-up in his garage.
Note that there is a lot of Chinese junk out there that will hurt or kill you.... Be sure that whatever lift you are interested in has a Lift Certification
http://www.autolift.org/auto-l...rtification-program/
I have a 42" low profile scissor lift by BenPak that I have been using for 8 years w/o a single problem and it's very stable.
Vitman, usually garage slabs are 3.5" thick,,cant use a wedge type anchor but u can use a sleeve anchor..newest generation is epoxy/resin capsules that the bolt penetrates and sets off the reaction.Youre not worried about the pull out factor as much as shear value, you can always get SS anchors..
I sold construction fasteners for a LONG time.
.............newest generation is epoxy/resin capsules that the bolt penetrates and sets off the reaction.
That's the only way to do it , the right safe way.
Why don't you comment on their facebook page .... that usually gets companies attention.
Why don't you comment on their facebook page .... that usually gets companies attention.
Why don't you comment on their facebook page .... that usually gets companies attention.
Stephen- I can't see your pics. Do other people see them?
Jared,I have found that Greg Smith Equipment have the best lift for the money,with quite a few iterations available to accommodate the hobbyist and professional alike. This is the link to the lift that I have installed in my garage with the extended height option. This is the second lift that I have purchased from them. Very stout and reliable. Not necessary to pay for installation. I am 5.5 hours away,and can drive up to assist you. Easy peasy to put together. I have done both of my lifts.Two guys can do it in about 4-5 hours,max.
I can't see Stephen's pics either.
Why don't you comment on their facebook page .... that usually gets companies attention.
And I wrote them, and spoke to them. Even the selling dealer. Promises but no follow through. I got no place with them, so I just had it fixed out of my pocket under warranty.
I use a 9000 lb 4 post narrow ramp lift from Bend Pak and it is extremely stable.
I can fit two Porsches on the lift (under and over). Great for storage at a minimum. It comes with sliding jack pads so you can raise the car off the lift ramps for easy access to suspension, wheel, and brake work. It beats laying on a cold garage floor and having everything at eye level or above to see what you are doing.Bolting the 4 post lift to the floor is not required.The lift is great but their customer service sucks.They do not keep their word on promises and do not return calls. I recommend Bendpak for its product, but you will have to pay for installation, about $700. Let Bendpak make their recommendation as to the installer for neat installs, especially all crucial adjustments and hold them to it. Prices are always negotiable within reason.
i tried re-uploading the images, so hopefully you can see them.
I had a Rotary Lift in my shop in WA. Bought it at the Seattle Roadster show from the local dealer and paid $1500 for it at the show sale price with the understanding that the dealer would deliver it and help me install it. He was a great guy, fun to be around and he showed up about 2 Saturdays later with the lift and the two of us with help form a couple of my friends installed it in about 4 hrs. I had told him at the show if he delivered it and helped install it I would cook steaks and provide the beer.
I had had another 220 outlet wired in for it by one of our companies electrical contractors for the cost of materials and free beers
It worked great for over 8yrs with no problems and I left it in the shop when we moved.
Ron:
Where are you moving to? That is one big garage. 
this thread is killing me boys.
Rotarys are usually the best. Also most expensive. Rotary now has an import line that are pretty reasonable but are made in China. I've had my Plymouth sitting on my lift for 2 yrs, no problem and it is not anchored. It hasn't moved at all. Also it has wheels so if you want to move it you can. When I got it they told me you absolutely do not need to anchor it. Beware of the ones for $1500-1800 as they are pretty scary.
Ron:
Where are you moving to? That is one big garage.
A place called Coombs, just outside of Parksville, on Vancouver Island.
I am expanding the stable. I have a tall garage and am thinking about a 4 post storage lift. I think the speedster will be the car that most often rides up the elevator. I have in-floor heat and I am pretty sure I can't drill anchors. If you have a lift can you tell me what you do and don't like about it? Thanks in advance for the reviews....
-Jared
She flies... Initial impression is: I love it.
Went with a bendpak, HD-9
Wow. 3 bays and what's that? 12 feet high? Totally gotta up my garage game...
Thanks, it needs a cleaning. My DD in bay # 4 not pictured. Best garage features. Geothermal in floor heat (hence no anchors on the lift), stairs directly down to basement storage in garage, floor drains, and the 12' headroom. Should have had all of the garage door mechanisms raised. I didn't know it was even an option when we built. I'm installing more storewall over the holidays...
I will say coordinating the install, garage door mods, and electrical were a bit of a pain. Installer mucked up my shared driveway and neighbors lawn. But, it may have been worth it.
Did you install the "Jackshaft Garage Door Opener" yourself,or have someoone else do it? You gain about 2' of clearance using that type of opener. You'll find it so much easier to work on your cars now.
