Anyone got a Garage Lift ?

[TVR+Bubblecar]

I want to install a 4 post lift in my garage so I can do my own maintenance on my Chim and other cars.....the type where you drive the car on the ramps and raise he car.

My garage is a two and a half (bubblecar) car size but an integral part of the house with a block and beam floor so I will need to check the floor loading for the posts

Anyone got one of these? are there any other things I should take ito account ?

thanks
Chris

[thesilverfox]

I think you will find most 4 post ramps are 3 phase electrics and require long mounting bolts so for beams and blocks are out
How about one of those sissor type ramps which are mobile

[thesilverfox]

I think you will find most 4 post ramps are 3 phase electrics and require long mounting bolts so for beams and blocks are out
How about one of those sissor type ramps which are mobile

[TVR+Bubblecar]

Dave,

Good point - thanks

can you point me in the right direction to get details of the scissor ramps

Alternatively - what about an outside car lift - I have seen these in overseas countries

cheers
Chris

[yellabelly]

Try this www.restorationramps.co.uk/

or this scissor lift www.machinemart.co.uk/product.asp?p=020110395&r=2051&g=107
Under Garage Equipment, Vehicle lifts
No space to install a 2 or 4 post lift? This could be the ideal solution. A portable hydraulic lift which requires no fixing and which folds away flat for easy storage. This model is powered by a single phase electricity supply.
Lifting capacity 1800Kg
Maximum lighting height 1020mm
Minimum vehicle height 100mm (will fit under low vehicles)
Includes multi position auto locking swivel arms with solid rubber supporting blocks.
Separate hydraulic power unit driven by 1.5HP electric motor 230 volt/1 phase
Complies with the latest European / CE Standards
Dimensions (LWH) 2500 x 920 x 1020mm (max)

Product Code: 020110395

[jonnyb]

The problem with these sissor lifts is that they dont alow easy access the the botom of the car. They are fine if you want to change the oil or do some chassis maintinance, but any more than that and its next to useless. I have one and still had to put the chim on axal stands to reomve the prop shaft and diff! I would talk to the guys that make or sell the 2 post lifts, tell them your problem and they my do a product to suit.

[tiger6791]

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=30928&item=7945165039&rd=1

[s27]

or possibly

http://hamercarlift.com/

sp

[ncs]

Get in touch with Julian64 - hes got one in his garage.

Its very nice

Nick

[TVR+Bubblecar]

Thanks for the feedback - will follow up and let you know how I get on

cheers
Chris

[twerlie]

I have got some 2 post car lifts if you want one?
They are 3 phase but you can get a converter!

[Graham]

ncs said:

Get in touch with Julian64 - hes got one in his garage. Its very nice Nick

which one's he got?

the hammer looks interesting but must need 4 people to raise the car 1 for each jack?

G

[thornogson]

I have a Maywood C120 mobile electro hydraulic vehicle lif tcost about £1000 and is invaluable. Their Tel No is 01622 718044. The lift is of good quality, made in italy.
Graham.

[froggie]

if u go for the 4 poster lift you need the wheels free version to support the full car by the chassis,to let u work on all suspention etc at once,
the beam jack only lifts one end(unless u have 2)and clearance is restricted.
a2 poster lift will probibley restrict acess to the interiar as in u wont be able to oper the doors to get in or out (i have to climb out of the cerby window) whatever u choose think about flush mounting it,one of our 4 posters the car bottoms out on and on afew of the 2 posters i have to jack the exotics up.
boath are available in single phase or swap motors,or u can use a phase converter(as mentioned)you can pick them up 2nd hand for arround £400,speak to a manifacturer about your exact needs ,could u use your beamed floor to your advantage as if flush fitted it dosnt restrikt floor space & u wont tripp over the thing! good look.ps youll find your "friends" will increase and be visiting more regular! happy hunting

[B16 RFF]

thornogson said:

I have a Maywood C120 mobile electro hydraulic vehicle lif tcost about £1000 and is invaluable. Their Tel No is 01622 718044. The lift is of good quality, made in italy. Graham.

Any chance of some piccies, please?

[Mr Jenks]

Have a look here

www.maywoodgroup.co.uk/Vehiclelifts/default.aspx

Dave

[B16 RFF]

Mr Jenks said:

Have a look here www.maywoodgroup.co.uk/Vehiclelifts/default.aspx Dave

Thanks. A bit pricey for my purposes though.

Paul.

[sparkythecat]

There are several on ebay. Just type 'lift' and ask it to search in automotive.

[TVR+Bubblecar]

I quite like this solution for what I need - www.restorationramps.co.uk

Price ok, 16ft version should do the trick and I can use it inside or outside.

The 2 post lifts are also a possible but I am concerned if they can be adjusted to lift a Chim in the right places ?

thanks for all comments
Chris

[thesilverfox]

Hi using ramps all day at work please remember the one you are considering may be cheap but can be very limited in use always laying on your back or on your knees ?
ie cant remove any wheel with ease. great for oil changes and under bodywork, exhausts, and minor service work not very practical for major work.