Lift for the shop.

[RonA]

What brands are ok. Don't mind spending a little, but I don't need the best either. Just needs to be safe with the 3/4 ton diesel on it.

 

[ed9824v]

What brands are ok. Don't mind spending a little, but I don't need the best either. Just needs to be safe with the 3/4 ton diesel on it.

my 9000lb Rotory two post asymetric has worked great for the Dodge ram 2500 4x4 diesel shortbed and my old 80 dually crewcab. american made. bought used.



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[JLEONARD]

My son has Bend Paks and they have held up good.

Our trucks and heavier ones have spent some time on them. Not sure what their rated capacity is though.

 

[LFarmer]

I have a Rotary twin post 10,000 symmetrical extended height that works great. I'm 6'5" and at full lift the center of the wheel is at my fore head. Plenty of room. You get what you pay for, Rotary is made in America.

 

[Diesel Nut]

We have a 12k lift from Complete Hydraulic in IN. Nice lift, smooth, install wasn't bad at all. They had smaller lifts, but we tend to see some big trucks.

Here is their site - http://www.completehydraulic.com/index.html

 

[DJW]

Diesel Nut, the price of those lifts are very reasonable, as the 2 post solves many problems. What of the under pinnings? could not find any details regarding thickness of concrete, imbedded in block etc. Obviously the design works, but would need far greater detail. One could inspect the underside of a vehicle at their hearts delight, invite the neighbors for a lift party, ice-cream provided, but bring your own beer.

 

[WCPoe]

Here's an old thread that may be provide some additional info.

https://www.turbodieselregister.com...-way-use-2-post-lift-3rd-gen.html#post1122142

Go to the Mohawk lift website and do some reading, it's very informative. Yeah, I know the Mohawk is probably overkill. just my 2 cents.



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[rubberneck]

My dad also has the rotary 9k assymetrical and we have had the 3rd gen dually as well as a crew ford dually on it no probs. the rotary has locks on the arms to keep them from slipping out as was discussed in that linked thread. When my shop goes up it will also have a rotary. Price reasonable and very happy with lift and customer service. our shop floor is 6" thick and we didn't have to put any special footers or anything under the lift.

 

[BFoughty]

I have the 9,000 lbs. American Automotive Equipment Asemetrical 2 post lift. I Lift my '05 QC 3500 with no problem. I have also lifted my buddies

2nd Gen. extended cab without any problem. I think it has more to do with lift size then brand name. I have used mine for 4 or 5 years without a problem.

 

[Diesel Nut]

Diesel Nut, the price of those lifts are very reasonable, as the 2 post solves many problems. What of the under pinnings? could not find any details regarding thickness of concrete, imbedded in block etc. Obviously the design works, but would need far greater detail. One could inspect the underside of a vehicle at their hearts delight, invite the neighbors for a lift party, ice-cream provided, but bring your own beer.

I would give them a call. I went for the 12k, and I know it wanted 6" floors. I know my floor is over 6" and rebarred so I had nothing to worry about. Now, on the 9K, I believe its 4" no bar required, but again, talk to them to be sure.

My 12k with a QC long bed on it is very stable. Yes, the truck can rock slightly if you really get crazy with it, but doing exhaust, oil changes, and transmission work it is very stable. Our Dodges are very easy to lift. Should get to test it out on a lift kit on an F550 here soon. That truck is heavy!

I will say that if you have nerf bars you will need the truck adapters. They are 6" taller and have U shaped plates instead of pucks. Nothing sucks more than getting all set up and realizing you have to pull the nerf bars to use the darned lift.

 

[DJW]

Diesel Nut, thanks for the information, I also believe too big better than too small or just enough. In any case, with a two post I would fabricate a front and rear stand and not skimp on it, no single post, even doubled rocking can cause problems, living in earthquake country or any kind. No wish, "I should have done" (no time to do it right first time, but plenty of time to fix errors)