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taffrail

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I'm thinking of installing a 2 post lift in my garage. Is there a problem storing an A on this type of lift and where are the best points to lift from. It would be for working on A's and short term storage. Any thoughts or problems with this idea.
 
You need 1ft adapters to lift an A.
The lift points are on the frame rail directly
Near the motor mounts and on the back just next to the tail pipe clamp bolt
It takes me about 20 minutes crawling around on the ground up and down to set up the car.
You have to maneuver the lift arms by the brakes rods..
A 4 post is just a quick drive on and many have jack provisions for lifting the axles.
It all depends on your preference..
I will say a cheap 2 post with cheap 1 ft adapters the car will be wobbly in the air.
The pic shown is a challenger CL asymmetric lift

For my house I have a 4 post it's easy and does the job

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I have a 2 post lift, it supports the Model A well, the only problem when using it you have to center the car or the arm will not reach the frame, I also use on my Chrysler and it also has to be centered. If your going to use the lift to store a car I would get the 4 post and drive the car on, just my 2 cents, I use my lift to work on all my car, antique and modern not to store them. Now that I have my lift I'd never craw under a car. When setting up to use on antiques it does take a little more time. Hope this helps, if you get a lift you'll never be disappointed, really nice not rolling on the ground!!
 
Thanks guys that's the info I needed.
Nice pic Mitch that tells it all, is that Teflon tape on the trans plugs?
 
Mitch you have a absolutely beautiful car. I know what it takes to go that far on the underneath of a automobile. The time to make it right sometimes makes you crazy along the way. But the finished (if it ever is ) product on a lift just makes you stand back and smile at the beauty of the job. Kudos on a job extremely well done !!!
And I hope your sanity has returned .
 
I've worked with all types of lifts, and the 4 post drive on would be my first choice. It also doesn't need to be anchored, so it would be easier to move if need be.
 
Im a 4 poster man ,much safer & you can jack the axel up to work on wheels, just drive on drive off, each have there advantages , Only downside is wish I had bought it 20 years sooner
 
I have both a 4 post and a two post and I would not store a model A or any car with mechanical brakes for a long time on a two post lift. As you raise the frame, the brake rods will sag with the weight of the wheels. I think this could cause a problem over time.
 
I have both, the post and the drive on. the drive on is a lot safer and
a lot easer to work under for me. Everybody has there own preference
I am sure. The drive on is great to store another car under it. My ceilings
are 12'.
Bill
 
With the four post lift, it is sure easy to move from one building to another if you ever need too, or even from one total location to another if you have a friend with a flat deck tow truck. Without dismantling anything, just winch it onto the deck, and go.

Most four post lifts come with a set of wheels that you can install or remove as you need, to move the unit around in your shop, even with a vehicle resting on it in the lowest position.
 
I have a 2 post Atlas 9KOH and love it. As Mitch said it is tricky to get the posts just right around the brake rods and muffler to get the A in position, but it works.

I have 7" extensions and the top of my arms clears the bottom of the running board by 3/4".

Even though it is a 2 post, in the winter I use it to store cars on it. Basically turning a 2 car into a 3 car garage.

Mitch what brand lift is your 2 post? It looks rugged.

By the way, the underneath of you car is just to disgustingly pretty. I love it. The bottom of my car looks like the Exxon Valdese.
 
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I have a 2 post Atlas 9KOH and love it. As Mitch said it is tricky to get the posts just right around the brake rods and muffler to get the A in position, but it works.

I have 7" extensions and the top of my arms clears the bottom of the running board by 3/4".

Even though it is a 2 post, in the winter I use it to store cars on it. Basically turning a 2 car into a 3 car garage.

Mitch what brand lift is your 2 post? It looks rugged.

By the way, the underneath of you car is just to disgustingly pretty. I love it. The bottom of my car looks like the Exxon Valdese.
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It's a Challenger CL 10K.

Many dealerships use them as they are certified by the auto manufacturers for use in their franchises
 
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I am also ready to buy a lift (1) for storage, and (2) because I'm tired of crawling under. I have Model T & A plus 39 and 49 models. Since I do little wheel work anymore 4 post is the obvious choice. I anticipate light use.

Question: what brand? Atlas or Titan seem to be the best prices. They are off shore however.

Anybody have experience, brand preference opinions good or bad?

Thanks.
 
I have a Backyard Buddy. Had to move it once in 17 years...
very easy to do. I think that it is still made in Ohio.
 
I have the atlas extended height at home.....
Purchased from Greg Smith Equipment ... Went and picked it up with my 24' enclosed...
Comes with the Jack plate, and 4 drip pans,,wheels
The pump is 110V
Tax free in Delaware ....

Yes they are cheap lifts but it serves my needs
 
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i have a two posts
what finally did was take two 2x6's nailed together and cut to the right length for the front and rear, i put them on top of the lift pads and in a certain spot on the wishbone's front and rear and lift car up
does not bend the brake rods or the bow the wishbones is very sturdy and easy to work on and, i have a shelf to set the tools while working on whatever might need work
Tinkirk
 
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