Recommendations on a 2 post lift

[67 R/T CORONET]

I'm getting ready to pull the trigger on a 2 post lift. I have 12 ft ceiling in my shop so height shouldn't be a problem. Probably get a 10,000 pound. For you guys that have a floor plate, any regrets?

Had one with floor plates for a few years absolutely hated it put in a bendpak with cables ,brace above absolutely love it added another drive on bendpak last year for the prowler and viper love it also

 

[3sloppydogs]

The floorplate lifts are a pita. The plate always seems to be in the way. Even if you're just changing oil.
I put my lift outside to keep the shop floor open. I did have the contractor pour the center bay thicker to accommodate a lift if I decide to put one inside.

 

[Scott 70 GTX]

I’ve had my Weaver 10k 2-post for 4 years. No floor plate is good and more stable. It’s asymmetrical and that helps a lot. It’s in 6” slab with no problems.
For safety always make sure the arms are locked and use front and back support rods when wrenching on big stuff.
Definitely a huge help in my garage.

 

[Adam12]

I'm getting ready to pull the trigger on a 2 post lift. I have 12 ft ceiling in my shop so height shouldn't be a problem. Probably get a 10,000 pound. For you guys that have a floor plate, any regrets?

I have a 9000k lb with floor plate. No regrets at all. It is a ATLAS and have had my 94 diesel on it and a quad cab 2019. In use for 3 years now

 

[vsj100]

There are 2 styles of lift arms. Mine are the better style in the sketch. I've had both types. Both arms swinging back is best.

 

[Scott Engelhardt]

I see Mohawk lifts in shops that are 40 years old still get used every day

 

[gedupont]

Rotary Assymetric 10k lb. twin post: SPOA10-AV

 

[Broke75]

I'm getting ready to pull the trigger on a 2 post lift. I have 12 ft ceiling in my shop so height shouldn't be a problem. Probably get a 10,000 pound. For you guys that have a floor plate, any regrets?

I love my Rotary center post lift after 16 years. Never an issue mounted on a 4 inch cc floor with radiant heat.

 

[racinguy25]

I have a Benwell 8K just a bit short on lifting power for trucks. Only real thing I don't like is you can't open the doors up when the car is on it. Make sure your concrete is thick enough where it will be bolted down.

Sounds like you are set on a 2 post but I got a 4 post and would never trade for a 2. You can open the doors, use an air jack in a cross tray to lift the rear end or etc. and no need to pour footings to bolt posts down.

 

[Demonx2]

I have a Forward 9k symmetric/asymmetric lift with the overhead cables/structure. It has been terrific! I like the overhead structure preventing/reducing lateral forces on the columns since they cancel each other out. My concrete was poured in anticipation of a hoist but until you drill the holes and measure, you're never quite sure (mine were 6-1/2" to 8" thick). Forward brand is made by Rotary and is a certified lift.

I think you would really appreciate not having the floor plate.

 

[SeabeckRedneck]

Sounds like you are set on a 2 post but I got a 4 post and would never trade for a 2. You can open the doors, use an air jack in a cross tray to lift the rear end or etc. and no need to pour footings to bolt posts down.

Like Racinguy25 said above, I was going to say unless you are dead set on a 2 post, I recommend 4 post lifts. I have an 11,000lbs 4 post lift that with the pneumatic hydraulic jack on a rolling tray between the runners. I can do anything a 2 post lift can (so far), plus the whole unit can be moved around the shop with the included casters (unloaded obviously). I just feel safer under a 4 post lift. One of the best unintended benefits is the runners are the perfect "bench" for tools while doing brakes or whatever you're working on.

 

[3sloppydogs]

The only issue I have with a 4 post lift is if you do brake work or suspension work you need to bend forward over the flat. As I have gotten older I can't tolerate that as much. With a two post you can stand straight while you work.
Otherwise they are fine