Can I get a lift?

[LGAFF]

Is there a lift out there that won't fall apart that I can get for about $1800(delivered)........thinking of buying one.....needs to be a 4 post.

[key_on]

There are some out there in the $2K range. Not sure if $1800 delivered is possible. Take a look a Pro Park and Master. Shop around. A lot of the lower priced lifts come from China. May or may not be a bad thing, but neet to be aware of what you're buying. I bought from All American. Very satisfied with quality and functionality.

[-=Jeff=-]

Lee do you have the height and room to get around it in the garage?

[LGAFF]

Yes it will be tight but will work. Need to get the cars stacked.

[-=Jeff=-]

Yes it will be tight but will work. Need to get the cars stacked.


Sell the red one :D

[Toyvet1]

Lee i paid about $1900 for this lift last summer http://www.gregsmithequipment.com/Master-Series-8-000-lb-Deluxe-Series-Storage-Lift-p/tp-xl-8k-ds.htm plus $175 to ship to Elgin. If you plan on bolting it to floor maybe you can get a deal with out the casters. Im in Bloomingdale if you want to come check it out and do some measuring.

[rkreigh]

the one I bought from northern tools was 1805 shipped to my door.

most places make you go and pick them up from a loading dock, and this would have happened too but they made a mistake and helped me out.

nice solid 9000 lb lift. came with casters, drip trays, and a tarp "diaper"

other than me FALLING off the d@mn thing, it's been a great lift and runs on 110 volts

needs a 30 amp feed though. very happy with it. the zr-1 lives on top of the TT z06 and turned my 2 car into a 3 car garage. the Ms. can keep her convert 325ci in the garage, and life is good.

put it together myself (which was a surprise) you'll for sure need a helper

the ramps are very heavy, especially the one with the hyd ram in it.

just do it! the other lifts are better quality, but this one is very heavy duty and works just fine. I would recommend putting some anchors into the foundation to stabilize it. not required (and I haven't done it either) but that little "wiggle" when you let the vette down on the stops can make you nervous! it's a sturdy lift, to be sure.

[Nick]

Spend the money and get a good, American made lift. Why take chances with your life (or your car)? :dontknow:

[rkreigh]

it's a good lift with zero problems and the 9k capacity is plenty strong.

all for buying american, but I looked at all of them is this is functionally and construction wise built like a tank. 1k was the only difference

been using it for a couple of years now, zero issues.

I put a LPE ZR-1 up on it with a turbo Z06 underneath, so yea, I'm pretty confident.

[LGAFF]

OK I am seriously thinking of doing this over the next few weeks. I have 9.5Ft ceilings and as the ZR-1 is 46.7" to the top so there is no issue with stacking the cars...will be backing in the top car.

Garage is 19ft wide, and about 20ft deep. Garage door is 16ft wide.

Any issues with the wife getting her car in on ther other side?????

Looking at a 4 post lift.

[ZR1Vette]

Yes...if you look a bit and wait for specials... Direct Lift makes an excellent 4 post lift which is certified under the newer more stringent processes>>
http://www.bestbuyautoequipment.com/Articles.asp?ID=133

Take a look at these two distributors (and they compete with each other):

http://www.gregsmithequipment.com/Direct-Lift-Pro-Park-8S-p/tppro-park8s.htm

http://www.bestbuyautoequipment.com/4-Post-Auto-Lift-Car-lift-Bend-Pak-Direct-Lift-Rotary-s/290.htm

I purchased the Direct Lift Pro 8 and am VERY pleased with it>>

http://www.bestbuyautoequipment.com/DIRECT-LIFT-PRO-PARK-8-Standard-p/pro-park-8%20standard.htm


And here it is installed>>

http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b79/MRBLU/LiftinstallVetteathighpoint.jpg

http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b79/MRBLU/MeloandZR1onlift.jpg

Now for the price range you are indicating....you will not get the option light weight aluminum ramps (lift comes with steel ramps and they weigh 48 lbs vs 18 for the aluminum ones and the sliding hydraulic jack which allows you to lift the car off the wheels>>>

http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b79/MRBLU/Liftinstallviewwithliftjack.jpg

[-=Jeff=-]

you will need to move the garage door rails up I bet

I am also thinking it will be a tight fit

you just storing one? I know of a place to just store it for the winter.. good rates, my 89 sat in one the first year I had my Z

[LGAFF]

I will not need to raise the door, clears the post and with the car in backwards is not an issue. I look as storage cost as giving away $, would rather put the same $ into a lift. Would have to be very very cheap to go the storage route.

[-=Jeff=-]

it was $350 or less TOTAL from now until April

[2ZR1S]

Now for the price range you are indicating....you will not get the option light weight aluminum ramps (lift comes with steel ramps and they weigh 48 lbs vs 18 for the aluminum ones and the sliding hydraulic jack which allows you to lift the car off the wheels>>>

http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b79/MRBLU/Liftinstallviewwithliftjack.jpg[/quote]


How well does the rolling jack work??
Thanks

[Toyvet1]

Ill measure the garage in the morning and let you know how much clearance.

[LGAFF]

Ever heard of these guys, they are just down the road:

http://www.rhilifts.com/products/parking/installation.php

[phrogs]

I know a 4 post is great for storage but what about working on the car are they not just a pain in the ***??

I can get a jack and jackstands under that car on the 4 post I know that so I don't need the 1K jack that sits under the car nice but unessesary in my eyes.

I want a lift to do work on my cars but im hesitant to get a 2 post at this time due to the installation and Im not at a perminate residence.


So in that case a 4 post is the all around better choice but I still want to know your guys opinion on working on the car on this lift and I mean suspension, engine, tranny, exhuast work you name it!

jp

[Dynomite]

Not to hi-jack this thread but you guys/gals seem to be using lifts for storage......I need something to just drive up on and get off the ground about two feet to change oil and work underneath. Kind of like Phrogs has in mind. What do you guys/gals use for that?

[tomtom72]

Not to highjack this thread but you guys/gals seem to be using lifts for storage......I need something to just drive up on and get off the ground about two feet to change oil and work underneath. Kind of like Phrogs has in mind. What do you guys/gals use for that?

I saw something called "Quick-Lift" at another member's home. It looks like what you may be talking about. It's not a "lift" like what these guys are showing, but rather a set up like a car length set of ramps that you can raise up off of the floor once the car is on it. I just don't know how high up off of the floor it actually raises the car, sorry.

:cheers:
Tom

[ZR1Vette]

How well does the rolling jack work

I really like having the jack...very stable way of lifting car and easy to use>>
http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b79/MRBLU/PRO-JACK3500-5.jpg

Lift also comes standard with a jack tray so you can us bottle jacks or air bag lift jacks.
Comes with extenders so you can use on higher sitting cars or trucks

http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b79/MRBLU/TPPROJACK-3500-6.jpg

The one I have is rated at 3500 lbs and ran $550

[bobbyhi]

I have a "Kwiklift" and it raises the car about 30" off the floor. Website is www.kwiklift.com. Check them out.

[Dynomite]

I have a "Kwiklift" and it raises the car about 30" off the floor. Website is www.kwiklift.com (http://www.kwiklift.com). Check them out.

I like that :thumbsup: That would work.

[-=Jeff=-]

I like that :thumbsup: That would work.

and it works well

http://vettextc.jiminees.com/jeff/4-23-06/images/100_3857.jpg


Here is the ZR-1 in the '4' corvette garage.. :sign10: ( too bad the white/black one is sold and gone

http://vettextc.jiminees.com/ZR-1/9-1-2007/images/100_7234.jpg

[Dynomite]

OK :thumbsup::thumbsup: I am convinced bobbyhi and Jeff. Thanks for the photos also. That kwiklift appears to provide complete access under the car and provides plenty overhead clearance to maneuver with tools in hand :D

[Jagdpanzer]

Some good looking single pole lifts can be seen the over in the Corvette Babes section.

[phrogs]

I don't like the kiwilift If I get one I want it to be a duel purpose lift, I like the idea of a 4 poster being able to work on the car and use it as storage.

I have more than one car I was jut wondering if its really that dificult to use it for maintenance or is it something Id get over and be able to work around things and it far outwieghts the alternitive of laying on a creaper under jackstands

im getting old

[Toyvet1]

I bought my four post for storage, needed to fit four cars in three stalls.

After having it Ive pulled the trans out of the Z , swapped ehaust did brake jobs . I dont believe I went so long sitting on the floor . No doubt about it you can work under the car with plenty of room. The jack listed above is a must have!

[RICKYRJ1]

OK :thumbsup::thumbsup: I am convinced bobbyhi and Jeff. Thanks for the photos also. That kwiklift appears to provide complete access under the car and provides plenty overhead clearance to maneuver with tools in hand :D
I have one and it works great for my use. You can also get center bridges for it which gives you more lift options. :thumbsup:

[Dynomite]

I have one and it works great for my use. You can also get center bridges for it which gives you more lift options. :thumbsup:

The center bridge is a Great Idea :thumbsup:

5K deluxe package Kwiklift would cost me $1499.
with Total of $1731 after shipping.

But can be used for all vehicles. I do not have overhead room for double decked vehicles anyway ;)

If a center lift gets it high enough, I can just park my Raptors under the Zr1 :dancing

[-=Jeff=-]

If a center lift gets it high enough, I can just park my Raptors under the Zr1 :dancing

Center bridge will not be high enough fo the raptor to fit under

I have one and it works great for my use. You can also get center bridges for it which gives you more lift options. :thumbsup:

Yeah I have one bridge, I wan a second one though

[LGAFF]

Looks like next week is the week, anyone interested in putting a lift together next saturday?:pray

[XfireZ51]

Looks like next week is the week, anyone interested in putting a lift together next saturday?:pray

You bringing the BBQ?

[LGAFF]

yup! and maybe a few:cheers:

[Ccmano]

I should be finished packing by then and the Z should be on a truck. If it works out I'll be there. We're moving out on Monday. It'll be good to see you guys before I go.
H
:cheers:

[LGAFF]

Looks like I am all in for a lift. Direct Lift Pro Park 8S (http://www.gregsmithequipment.com/Direct-Lift-Pro-Park-8S-p/tppro-park8s.htm)

Looking at a Friday Delivery

[HIZNHRZ]

Although my garage is 22 X 22, it sounds like the layout is similar to yours. I have an I-beam across my garage what will also require the car on top to be backed in. Is this you problem also?

[Ccmano]

So are you still having the assembly party on Saturday? I'll be showing up in the wifes VW, the Z gets shipped Friday and the Benz goes back Thrusday. :cry:
H
:cheers:

[phrogs]

so what made you pick the direct pro.

[LGAFF]

Price was decent and good reviews on a lot of different forums. I was going with the atlas....but decided to spend a few extra bucks on this one.

[LGAFF]

So are you still having the assembly party on Saturday? I'll be showing up in the wifes VW, the Z gets shipped Friday and the Benz goes back Thrusday. :cry:
H
:cheers:

As long as the lift arrives Friday we should be good to go. Will keep you posted.

[phrogs]

I just order my lift on monday I shopped around for a long time and I picked the Bend Pak HD-9B got it on ebay for the same price as anywhere else and got $50 ebay bucks.

I liked the way the bend pak has everything enclosed or hidden

I wanted the wider model so I picked this one.

[Jagdpanzer]

I've had a BP HD-9B for about two years now and I am very happy with it

[QB93Z]

I just order my lift on monday I shoped around for a long time and I picked the Bend Pak HD-9B got it on ebay for the same price as anywhere else and got $50 ebay bucks.

I liked the way the bend pak has everything elclosed or hidden

I wanted the wider model so I picked this one.

I agree. The wider lift (Model HD-9B) is as wide as the garage door so it is easy to drive onto. The quality is top-notch and I also like the "enclosed" construction.

http://i407.photobucket.com/albums/pp152/QB93Z/Lift%20and%20Door%20Opener/DSC01706.jpg

Jim

[LGAFF]

Lift arrived at the terminal this morning, picking it up via flatbed tow truck tomorrow:dancing I will get as much done Friday as I can, if anyone wants to come out for fun I am planning on an 8am start. Free Coffee and Doughnuts:thumbsup:

[Pete]

Lift arrived at the terminal this morning, picking it up via flatbed tow truck tomorrow:dancing I will get as much done Friday as I can, if anyone wants to come out for fun I am planning on an 8am start. Free Coffee and Doughnuts:thumbsup:


Lee, 8am on Saturday?

Pete

[LGAFF]

Yes, 8AM on sat

[LGAFF]

Ok, now I am at the WTF do I do stage, 2Kpounds of metal in the driveway, directions are somewhere in the belly of this thing. There was a stray bolt sitting on the top.

Oh, and a nosey neighbor stopped and asked what it was, I told them it was my new steel reinforced bed.;):thumbsup::jawdrop:

[Jeffvette]

Lee, the best bet is to start unpacking. You might call the company and mention if there is any damage to the boxes since there was a bolt loose. Do a complete inventory with the instruction manual.

After that, you need people to help move the posts. It's not a hard job to assemble. But you definitely need more hands.

[XfireZ51]

Ok, now I am at the WTF do I do stage, 2Kpounds of metal in the driveway, directions are somewhere in the belly of this thing. There was a stray bolt sitting on the top.

Oh, and a nosey neighbor stopped and asked what it was, I told them it was me new steel reinforced bed.;):thumbsup::jawdrop:


They are probably feeling pretty bad for your wife right now. :sign10:

[ZR1Vette]

Ok, now I am at the WTF do I do stage, 2Kpounds of metal in the driveway, directions are somewhere in the belly of this thing. There was a stray bolt sitting on the top.

Oh, and a nosey neighbor stopped and asked what it was, I told them it was my new steel reinforced bed.;):thumbsup::jawdrop:

The bolt..probably from on shipping pieces...the end metal brackets are bolted to the runners (metal decking) and they do come off on occasion. Start unpacking...you can remove the wrap, then most everything that is below and above the decking that is bolt to the end packing brackets. the columns weigh about 100 lbs each so you can move. Now...the decks are another story...one without the ram weighs in at 300 lbs and the one with the hydraulic ram weighs a little over 400 lbs. Unless you have some strong back weak minded gorillas suggest getting a engine hoist...works great...also some hoist straps (nylon type so you do not scratch the decks... strap a mid point and lift top deck slightly and then unbolt from packing brackets. Next do the lower deck.
This is a much better assembly guide than the one that comes with the lift>>
http://www.gregsmithequipment.com/Articles.asp?ID=331

Read over first to become familiar with the assembly process and if you have any questions just let me know and I can walk you thru...suggest you have two others help you with the assembly... Took Phil, Rich and me about 5 hrs to assemble (learning curve plus it was HOT so lots a recuperate time).

[LGAFF]

Former Illinois state deadlift record holder @ 730lbs....should be good, also bought forearm forklifts.......should be interesting:mrgreen:

[Ccmano]

Sorry Lee, Not going to be able to get over there today. We have too much last minute packing and running around left to do. Hope you get enough help to get the thing done. Can't wait to see the pix of it up and running in your garage.
Good luck
H
:cheers:

[LGAFF]

No one showed, Got the post in and everything so far.....moving the 440lb ramp next.....should be exciting.:pray

[LGAFF]

All the heavy $hits done, you guys can come over.....:mrgreen:

Not fun as a one man job! Just me a floor jack!

[Kb7tif]

When there a will theres a way.. Trust me. You will get it.

[phrogs]

All the heavy $hits done, you guys can come over.....:mrgreen:

Not fun as a one man job! Just me a floor jack!


you didn't blow a gasket did you? :mrgreen:

[-=Jeff=-]

Hey lee, Who was suppose to come and help?

[LGAFF]

Pretty much an open invite......Hans had to pack..been there so no big deal......doing this solo is possible, but sucks.

[Toyvet1]

Lee did you get it all assembled today. Leveled ? Where are the photos.

[LGAFF]

It goes up and down, leveling tomorrow, alot of cleanup to do...the only thing that got leveled today was me:mrgreen:

[LGAFF]

http://i134.photobucket.com/albums/q115/lgaff/DSCN0822.jpg

[XfireZ51]

Your wife must be thrilled. :occasion1:thumbsup:

[QB93Z]

Looks great Lee!!! :occasion1:thumbsup:

Jim

[-=Jeff=-]

I hope the black car does not leak anything

[Scrrem]

Great looking lift Lee :thumbsup:!!! I'm green with envy. Mine won't go in until next spring :cry:
Rich

[LGAFF]

I hope the black car does not leak anything


drip pans, but it does not leak

[Toyvet1]

Lee be careful , drip pans dont like brake cleaner. Guess how I know, should have told you to invest in anothe set for full coverage.

Looks great :thumbsup:

[LGAFF]

Was anyone else nervous after they installed their lift? Unfortunately, I am out an inch away from being able to move up to the next safety latch, right now I am only clearing the bottom car by 3 inches. I may look into a different garage rail.

I have been out to check the safety locks about 20 times....

[-=Jeff=-]

get the door rails and not worry about it then

[ZR1Vette]

Was anyone else nervous after they installed their lift? Unfortunately, I am out an inch away from being able to move up to the next safety latch, right now I am only clearing the bottom car by 3 inches. I may look into a different garage rail.

I have been out to check the safety locks about 20 times....

Glad to see you got it installed :cheers: Your comment suggests that you are supporting the upper Z by the cables (which are rated at 14K lbs each) and not with the locks...yea that would concern me a bit... can you adjust the lock rails upward so that the next lock slot would be in position to have the lock work? If not you could just place a 2x4 'post' in each column snug to the cross rails...not optimum but at least some additional safety factor.

[Toyvet1]

Lee just re-adjust the rails the the safety locks catch on. You should have some adjustment up or down with the adjustment nut. I think mine lift had about 6 inchs of thread . The ram will leakdown until the lift finds the safety latch over time.

[QB93Z]

Lee,

Do you have a standard garage door opener on the door where your lift is like the one on the right in the pic below?
http://i407.photobucket.com/albums/pp152/QB93Z/Lift%20and%20Door%20Opener/DSC01709.jpg

If so, you can gain some overhead height by changing to a jackshaft opener by Lift Master and adding the rail extensions.

I was even able to remove one of the door panels that were required to use the standard screw-drive opener.

In this picture you can see the opener motor. It is the black mechanism attached to the door counter-balance spring rod:

http://i407.photobucket.com/albums/pp152/QB93Z/Lift%20and%20Door%20Opener/DSC01703.jpg

Jim

[Pete]

Jim,you also got my interest.
Where did you get that screw drive opener and does it have a remote.

Pete

[LGAFF]

Jim, my issue is not the drive, its the door height.....by the way can you come over and put my compressor up in the air like that:wave:

[96LT4]

I bought a Superior lift a few years back through the GS Registry. Nice thing is that it came with casters so I can move it anywhere in the basement. Drip pans are a must too!

http://96lt4.com/forum/possesig.jpg

[XfireZ51]

Jim,you also got my interest.
Where did you get that screw drive opener and does it have a remote.

Pete

Pete,

I have a good friend who installs garage doors and openers. If you want I can ask him.

[QB93Z]

Jim,you also got my interest.
Where did you get that screw drive opener and does it have a remote.

Pete


Hey Pete,

Here is a WebSite that shows the opener I bought.

http://www.prodoorparts.com/products/167.cfm

It is a very nice setup. I got a button for inside the garage, a keypad for outside the garage and a mini remote to keep in the car (which has a better range that the Genie). There system does not integrate with the Genie or Sears systems but no big deal. It comes with an overhead light.

Install is a little more involved that a screw drive opener, but it was not a problem.

Phil (Jagdpanzer) clued me in on this opener.

Jim

[QB93Z]

Jim, my issue is not the drive, its the door height.....by the way can you come over and put my compressor up in the air like that:wave:

No problem, I'll bring my son. Without his help to lift it, I would still be walking around it.

I know what you mean about the door. Can you gain any height by adding the track extensions? What happened to me was even after I raised the door as high as I could, the L-shaped bracket that sticks down from a screw drive opener "took away" about 8 inches of usable space.

Jim

[Kb7tif]

http://i134.photobucket.com/albums/q115/lgaff/DSCN0822.jpg

So now what? How do they handle earth quakes?

[Toyvet1]

Lee you know those ramps fit between the rails next to the drip pans so you dont have to trip over them.

[LGAFF]

So now what? How do they handle earth quakes?


Earthquakes would be handled by my ins company giving me about $40K in Agreed Value.

[phrogs]

Earthquakes would be handled by my ins company giving me about $40K in Agreed Value.



well since its not 2012 most of us will not have to worry about an earthquake. :mrgreen:

[LGAFF]

So now what? How do they handle earth quakes?


Question answered today, 4.3 hit last night and it is still standing:thumbsup:

Now lets hope there is not another one:pray

[-=Jeff=-]

Question answered today, 4.3 hit last night and it is still standing:thumbsup:

Now lets hope there is not another one:pray

yeah hit in Dekalb, little bit of distance there

[LGAFF]

Center was in Sycamore actually, 34 miles from us, not that far considering it shook buildings in downtown Chicago and parts of Iowa recorded tremors.

4.0 is the cutoff for most insurance companies to freeze policy sales, until damage is assessed.

[-=Jeff=-]

did you feel it? I did not and we are 31 miles away

[LGAFF]

I woke up briefly, thought a bobcat plowing snow hit the building.

[LGAFF]

Looks like we have been downgraded to a 3.8...so just a ripple

[flyin ryan]

Strange for your guys' area & this time of year, isn't it?

[-=Jeff=-]

Strange for your guys' area & this time of year, isn't it?

Yeah it is.. we rarely get Earthquakes out here

[LGAFF]

Ok, pulling the trans this weekend, if you don't have a lift...you need one. This is a joke now vs working on your back. Also have a trans jack I got from Greg Smith, only 144.00 delivered and 1000lb capacity.:mrgreen:

[tomtom72]

Ok, pulling the trans this weekend, if you don't have a lift...you need one. This is a joke now vs working on your back. Also have a trans jack I got from Greg Smith, only 144.00 delivered and 1000lb capacity.:mrgreen:

Amen Brother!:cheers:

I'm sure you will enjoy that equipment for a long time to come!:thumbsup:

[phrogs]

Ok, pulling the trans this weekend, if you don't have a lift...you need one. This is a joke now vs working on your back. Also have a trans jack I got from Greg Smith, only 144.00 delivered and 1000lb capacity.:mrgreen:


Do you know the part number for your tranny jack the only ones I saw were in the $300 range.

[LGAFF]

http://www.gregsmithequipment.com/1-000-lb-Transmission-Jack-p/ht0304.htm

[LGAFF]

The only down side is, even if the jack is at its lowest point, with the trans and shifter on the jack, there would be no way to get it out from under the car.....that is without lifting it off the jack and to the floor.

Should clarify: with my garage clearance.

[phrogs]

The only down side is, even if the jack is at its lowest point, with the trans and shifter on the jack, there would be no way to get it out from under the car.....that is without lifting it off the jack and to the floor.

Should clarify: with my garage clearance.


I just measured I have the clearance with my garage.

[LGAFF]

:-xHmmmmm......got a leak dripping on the windsheild from the ram.:-x

[undercover]

:-xHmmmmm......got a leak dripping on the windsheild from the ram.:-x

Hmm... that's because you went with a Direct Lift.

...just kidding - even the Bend Pak's are made in China now. Do you always release the hydraulic pressure and let the weight rest on the mechanical stop? If you leave it hanging by the cables, you could get a little bleed-off.

Tom
(been lurking, finally registered even though I'm sans ZR-1)

[sammy]

Yes it will be tight but will work. Need to get the cars stacked.are stacked zr1s a double d cup:o:-D

[Toyvet1]

Lee,

If you have the cover on to hide the cables it shouldnt leak onto a windsheild. With the sag of the cover. it should at least drip out the ends.

I always releas the pressure off the ram and leave the wieght on the safety system.

[LGAFF]

Thanks, I have the covers on, but not sure why it is not working, I will give you a call.

[Toyvet1]

Lee , try after about 730 tonight if you do...

[LGAFF]

Looks like it was the nut for the line going into the ram, not tight.....that was a factory install piece, but no harm no foul:cheers:

[Nacho_ZR1]

are stacked zr1s a double d cup:o:-D

:-D

[Nacho_ZR1]

http://i287.photobucket.com/albums/ll142/dynomite007/Stacked.jpg

OMFG!!!!!!! Is that a Ferrari underneath a Ford F-150???? Pics like these are why I shudder to work on stuff myself...I'm the type of guy that can FUBAR a light bulb install

[Jetjock]

OMFG!!!!!!! Is that a Ferrari underneath a Ford F-150???? Pics like these are why I shudder to work on stuff myself...I'm the type of guy that can FUBAR a light bulb install

Yeah, we know!!!

:razz: