IamScotticus Posted March 1, 2022 Share Posted March 1, 2022 you know the ones, low profile hydraulic, scissor armatures. Can anyone recommend one? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scannon Posted March 1, 2022 Share Posted March 1, 2022 When I researched lifts I went with the Bendpak with asymmetric arms, 10k lb capacity. It is made in China but at a Bendpak owned factory and engineered here in the USA. I have had zero problems with it in 8 years, It gets used a lot but not like in a dealer shop. Go out on the net and search for lift failures to see what happens when they test some of the cheaper ones to their advertised load. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
locost7018 Posted March 1, 2022 Share Posted March 1, 2022 I've had my se7en on Skip's lift. I loved it. I wish I had gotten one like his but no room in my garage for it. I got a scissor lift instead. I HATE IT!!!!. Would not recommend one. Everything is in the way when you want to work under the car. Most se7ens will not drive over the lift (because of ground clearance) without making double 2x8 ramps the entire length of the car. Great for working on tires but that is about it. Russ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lucky dawg Posted March 1, 2022 Share Posted March 1, 2022 (edited) I've had a Revolution (home version of Rotary) four post for five years. Been very pleased with it. Edited March 1, 2022 by lucky dawg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnCh Posted March 1, 2022 Share Posted March 1, 2022 I've had a Bendpak MD-6XP for over 10 years. It works very well for most jobs, however, the one car I don't use with it is the Westfield. I find it's much faster and easier to get that up on Esco jack stands using a low-profile jack than it is to move one car off the lift, then drive the Westfield over it. -John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NSXguy Posted March 1, 2022 Share Posted March 1, 2022 I have a North American Auto Equipment 2 post lift in my garage for some years. Pretty happy with it and the flexibility it provides but I have never used it on my seven, because... other projects. They have a website and fairly well priced but they are more of a Northeast US outfit, so i can't say it would make sense shipping to you but worth looking into. -Des. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sf4018 Posted March 1, 2022 Share Posted March 1, 2022 My garage is super tight too so couldn't fit a fixed lift in it unfortunately, so I went with a portable Quick Jack system. As @locost7018 mentions a scissor lift is definitely a plan B solution but it does work, once the car is lifted you have to lower it on 3 or 4 jack stands and remove it to be able to work under the car. It's about a 10-15 minute process to get the car up and down. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lucky dawg Posted March 1, 2022 Share Posted March 1, 2022 28 minutes ago, sf4018 said: My garage is super tight too so couldn't fit a fixed lift in it unfortunately, so I went with a portable Quick Jack system. ... @locost7018 Mine was also tight, especially height. Rerouting the garage door rails made it all work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lucky dawg Posted March 1, 2022 Share Posted March 1, 2022 13 hours ago, IamScotticus said: you know the ones, low profile hydraulic, scissor armatures. Can anyone recommend one? Whichever one you decide on, I highly recommend ditching the 40lb ramps that come with your lift and getting the 7lb Race Ramps Race Ramps Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chopd65 Posted March 1, 2022 Share Posted March 1, 2022 Bendpak 9000lbs symmetrical arms. I've had it for well over a decade and it's never given me a problem. I've used it for everything from the Cat to a Ram 2500. I keep my Challenger on it for the winters. Best garage purchase I've ever made, glad to get off of the floor. Things to consider/research. The two post lifts need to be anchored to the floor of the garage, they specify a depth and hardness for the concrete. These are safety issues and certainly worth verifying before making a purchase. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IamScotticus Posted March 1, 2022 Author Share Posted March 1, 2022 I can't do a 2 post. need a small 2 car garage item Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SENC Posted March 1, 2022 Share Posted March 1, 2022 I have the kwik-lift and am very happy with it - my Seven lives on it. Just drive up then lift the ramp with my jack. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IamScotticus Posted March 1, 2022 Author Share Posted March 1, 2022 7 hours ago, locost7018 said: Great for working on tires but that is about it. Russ I was wondering about those Scissor lifts.. the stuff in the middle negates the purpose of it. If it had enough room for engine and axle access, it would be enough Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnCh Posted March 2, 2022 Share Posted March 2, 2022 1 hour ago, IamScotticus said: I was wondering about those Scissor lifts.. the stuff in the middle negates the purpose of it. Differing opinion here based on my experience. Only the middle of the underside is blocked. Since I rarely do transmission work, that has not been an issue for me. I have access to underneath the engine (both front and rear engine cars), diff, suspension, brakes, and can raise the car to make it easier when working on the top of the engine. Perfect? No, but it's a huge step up from jack stands with a normal car (see my earlier comments about the Westfield). Compared to a two-post lift, there are no arms to step over/duck under when working on the corners such as when bleeding the brakes and it lives under a car so takes up no space. That doesn't mean it's better than a two-post -- transmission work is difficult and although you can sit under the car, you can't stand -- but it does have its own set of advantages. Not for everyone, but no regrets from me after 10+ years of use. -John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IamScotticus Posted March 2, 2022 Author Share Posted March 2, 2022 1 hour ago, SENC said: I have the kwik-lift and am very happy with it - my Seven lives on it. Just drive up then lift the ramp with my jack. Pics! I want to see this please. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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BlakeJ Posted March 2, 2022 Share Posted March 2, 2022 I've used the MaxxJax 2-post mid-rise lift for over 8 years without any problems. It will raise the vehicle about 4', so it works with my very low 7'6" ceilings. I roll around on a reclining creeper. Really love it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SENC Posted March 2, 2022 Share Posted March 2, 2022 (edited) 2 hours ago, IamScotticus said: Pics! I want to see this please. Will try to grab some better pictures. but here are 2 I have on this computer that will give you an idea... Edited March 2, 2022 by SENC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bball7754 Posted March 2, 2022 Share Posted March 2, 2022 Thought I’d throw this in the mix as an option, although probably not what you had/have in mind. https://www.mktechnologies.com/products/mkt/mkt_a-frame.htm Steve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
locost7018 Posted March 2, 2022 Share Posted March 2, 2022 BlakeJ, now that's what I wish I had!!!! Does it attach to the ceiling also? Russ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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