2 post car lift
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Jack Shaft
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Its not the lift,its where you lift it from..always the axles,never the frame
Its not the lift,its where you lift it from..always the axles,never the frame
Thanks guys, CM2 Adak '72-'75. I've been thinking about a lift for several years. The problem is room. My shop is 36x36, but at this late day in the game, it is filled with tools, parts, and rigs being worked on. Still, I ain't getting any younger, and it seems harder to get up off the damn creeper every time I use it! The biggest problem is my floor. The concrete is cracked here and there and I'm a little skittish about setting one up on it. If I did, I think it would be in my best interest to dig a couple holes, pour a couple blocks at least 3x3x3, and mount the lift to that. Your thoughts. Thanks!
Are you asking about what type of lift to use, 2 post vs. 4 post, etc ? You need a stout foundation like you alluded to for the 2 poster to receive multiple bolts. We use a 4 poster in seismic country which depending on mfg. can be anchored to a min. 4" slab. Some say anchoring is not required depending on one's location. I prefer the 4 posters for storing vehicles.
The instructions for my two post said 4 inches minimum. I have about 12 at the posts with 9 inch anchors, just because. I would cut out your floor and pour new pads, maybe 6 inches, with tie bars drilled back into existing floor. Your 3 X 3 would work or 2 X 4. Even if you buy a used one, like I did, contact the manufacturer and get THEIR instructions. It ain't rocket science.
I have been using this lift for many years with the A and could not be happier with it.
It takes 10-15 minutes to set it up, placing the lift pads around brake rods, muffler, etc.
2 pads go on the frame in the back just before the shocks and 2 pads go on the frame in the front near the bell motor mounts.
https://www.gregsmithequipment.com/...MI9I_-2O3Y6QIVhsDICh2Y-A3TEAQYASABEgJJQfD_BwE
It takes 10-15 minutes to set it up, placing the lift pads around brake rods, muffler, etc.
2 pads go on the frame in the back just before the shocks and 2 pads go on the frame in the front near the bell motor mounts.
https://www.gregsmithequipment.com/...MI9I_-2O3Y6QIVhsDICh2Y-A3TEAQYASABEgJJQfD_BwE
Chris in WNC
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Backyard Buddy.
safest lift available.
safest lift available.
charles=fla
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hi could ya show pictures of the pads in place thanks Charles..
Chris Haynes
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CM2 MCB8/MCB11 1963-1969
That doesn't work out real well if you need to drop an axle or remove suspension.
BRENT in 10-uh-C
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Where is all of this coming from? From my experience with 2 post lifts used on Model-As (-which is almost daily for the past 20 years), I have never observed any adverse situation regarding the frame. The only issue that you can encounter is the brake rods to the front will bend when the front axle is dangling however as soon as the vehicle is returned to the ground, the brake rod returns to its normal position. It definitely is not because the frame will sag or bend!!
As kinda stated above, the main reason for using a 2-post lift is for convenience of servicing components underneath the vehicle. It is not meant for long-term storage.
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charles=fla
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yes pic and dim of these risers..thanks
Jim Brierley
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Would it be feasible to put it outside and maybe put a roof over it to keep the slight mist that you Northerners get, off of it???
jquinlan
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That's the same thing I've been wondering recently. Was thinking of maybe getting a Backyard Buddy 4 post and having a large carport installed outside so I can use it in the driveway. Keep the mist and rain off it.