4-Post Lift Recommendation

[threewood]

Looking to get a 4 Post lift....finally, and would like recommendations for good brands. I've looked at BendPak and it is on the pricy side. Their accessory rolling Bridge jacks are $2k by themselves. I've seen several starting at the $3k-$4k range that offer accessories such as Jack plate, bridge jack and 220v motors.

 

[68gtxman]

I bought Autolift 9K extra height. $2,300 before covid. It is 120v and 10 point something amps. Except that I had to replace the cylinder seals ($700) because it leaked, I am extremely happy with it. @threewood

It came with free jackplate and drip pans.

 

[threewood]

I'm looking at this one right now by Halo...

It has 220v motor option, mechanical locks so I don't need an air source to release them.

 

[Toxic Orange 493]

I just purchased a Challenger 4 post lift at the end of last year. I was looking for one that was only 100” wide which limited the choices. I considered the BendPak also but the drive through width on the BendPak was a couple inches narrower. Which was a problem for getting my Viper on. The Challenger also has the mechanical locks which I liked better that the air release.

I ordered mine from North Coast Equipment in Ohio and had it drop shipped to my house. They included 4 drip pans with it. I installed it myself in one day.
Home | Northcoast Equipment

Here is a link to the Challenger home storage lifts.

7K/9K Home Storage | Challenger Lifts

 

[1967coronet]

We had a 9000 lb bend pak for years . Had to replace the lift cables once and a couple of the momentary power switches over the years. Ours had the air locks.
Had a manual jack rolling plate then bought a air over hydraulic jack for it also.
Ours got used 6 days a week. No matter what brand you decide on keep it greased and lube the cables.
I miss having one.

 

[Jesse6869]

Just purchased 2 wildfire 9k lifts with extended rise. What i like is that the post are square cut and not u Channel design.

 

[GTXDAN]

I bought a lift probably 25 yrs ago from a company called Greg Smith Equipment out of Indy. They sold all kinds of shop equipment. Got my 48" blast cabinet from them too. They have changed hands and now only deal in lifts I believe. Mine is a 4 post 7000 lb with wheels and came with jack tray and drip pans. 110V. Has worked flawlessly since new. I think I paid around $2000 for it t then. Here is one they offer now.

https://www.tooltopia.com/atexh-pro8000ext-fpd.html

 

[69L48Z27]

I have an Advantage 9k. These are getting a little pricey. I don’t think I paid over $4k in 2016 or 17. 120v also and no air to let it down. I would buy another one.

Advantage DX-9000-HD | 9,000 LBS. 4-Post Lift

 

[threewood]

Great suggestions, thanks! I need to figure out shipping for these. It requires me to get a fork truck to get it off the truck and I need to see how I can rent one or borrow one.

 

[WileE]

There is no other choice. Mohawk. The best. Made in USA. I wouldn't trust any other.

 

[ckessel]

I have a BP HD9-XL. Bought it in 13. Unit, delivery, setup, rolling jack was $5k. Not sure what it runs now. I got it so I could work on my 04 3500 Cummins dually. I do have to take the outside wheels off to get it on the ramps. In case you have a truck, get one long and wide enough to fit it.

 

[Outlawd]

I bought a lift probably 25 yrs ago from a company called Greg Smith Equipment out of Indy. They sold all kinds of shop equipment. Got my 48" blast cabinet from them too. They have changed hands and now only deal in lifts I believe. Mine is a 4 post 7000 lb with wheels and came with jack tray and drip pans. 110V. Has worked flawlessly since new. I think I paid around $2000 for it t then. Here is one they offer now.

https://www.tooltopia.com/atexh-pro8000ext-fpd.html

I bought 2 Atlas lifts from the Greg Smith co. a 7000lb and a 9000lb back in 2017, haven't had a single issue with them. Best tool I own for continuing the hobby as I get older.