Workshop lift - recommendations?

[RodTungsten]

Well I think that I will plump for this:

AS-4T36 Mobile 4 post parking lift - Automotech Services Limited

The AS-4T36 is the ideal lift for vehicle storage when space is tight. The lift can be moved within minutes with the aid of the mobile wheel kit provided. The perfect lift for Classic car restoration enthusiasts as the lift can also be used as a conventional 4 post lift. Features: Lifting...

automotechservices.co.uk

automotech look to do OK stuff. Long enough and with beam jack and on balance for what we do a four post preferred.
Thanks to all for pointers.

 

[philw696]

Looks very nice and pleased you have found what you want.

 

[philw696]

Amazing what can be done in a small space.

 

[Gazcw]

They don't seem to have any info on the concrete requirements. Not that I can find anyway.

I do like the idea of their short 2 post. I wonder if you can set stops so I don't end up making the strad a grancab.

 

[DavidL]

There's a thing called Maxjax

MaxJax

MaxJax is the unique portable two-post car lift design that offers greater versatility and serviceability when compared to traditional garage lifting systems.

www.maxjax.com

which is popular in the US and can be had over here. They seem to be a short 2 post lift which you can remove from the prepared base when not needed.
I'd want to investigate that claim very carefully but if ok seems to give an acceptable working height in a lower than ideal situation and you can have your garage floor back when not needed.

 

[rockits]

Well I think that I will plump for this:

AS-4T36 Mobile 4 post parking lift - Automotech Services Limited

The AS-4T36 is the ideal lift for vehicle storage when space is tight. The lift can be moved within minutes with the aid of the mobile wheel kit provided. The perfect lift for Classic car restoration enthusiasts as the lift can also be used as a conventional 4 post lift. Features: Lifting...

automotechservices.co.uk

automotech look to do OK stuff. Long enough and with beam jack and on balance for what we do a four post preferred.
Thanks to all for pointers.

One thing I would suggest is to look at the operation of the jacking beam hydraulic arm. Mine is useless on a low car especially one like a 4200 with dry sump low engine. No clearance to allow the arm to move up and down. Likely fine at the rear and cars with wet sump or higher floor.

I could have got an air one but didn't think I'd use it much so more a just in case. I've used it once! Would have used it twice but car was too low

 

[rockits]

They don't seem to have any info on the concrete requirements. Not that I can find anyway.

I do like the idea of their short 2 post. I wonder if you can set stops so I don't end up making the strad a grancab.

Most 4 post only need min 4" non reinforced concrete but some say 6". Certanly much less needed than 1 or 2 posters.

 

[Gazcw]

Most 4 post only need min 4" non reinforced concrete but some say 6". Certanly much less needed than 1 or 2 posters.

They have a 2 poster with H base plate for minimum concrete depth. Doesn't say what that is though.


The Automotech AS-235SBE Has been designed by Automotech with a full “H” style base plate. This machine is ideal for situations when the concrete floor has a minimum depth or imperfections in the surface.

 

[philw696]

If you have a compressor at home go for air operated beam jack so much easier in many ways.

 

[philw696]

They have a 2 poster with H base plate for minimum concrete depth. Doesn't say what that is though.
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The Automotech AS-235SBE Has been designed by Automotech with a full “H” style base plate. This machine is ideal for situations when the concrete floor has a minimum depth or imperfections in the surface.

To be fair I wouldn't feel happy with that if you saw the size of the plates I have that I didn't need but put on as an insurance policy.

 

[RodTungsten]

One thing I would suggest is to look at the operation of the jacking beam hydraulic arm. Mine is useless on a low car especially one like a 4200 with dry sump low engine. No clearance to allow the arm to move up and down. Likely fine at the rear and cars with wet sump or higher floor.

I could have got an air one but didn't think I'd use it much so more a just in case. I've used it once! Would have used it twice but car was too low

Before this one with beam jack we looked at one without and considered making the jack from our ‘stock of choice spare materials’ aka the scrap pile. There are ways and means…..

 

[2b1ask1]

Eyes wide open people, lots of brands badging Chinese lifts, just saying, but life is not a dress rehearsal: https://www.garageequipment.co.uk/b...4G-Trip-to-the-Peak-and-AMGO-Car-Lift-Factory

Do your due diligence...

 

[lifes2short]

italian or german are good quality, when i was shopping around i came across a lot of cheap looking lifts and decided to spend that bit more on some Ravaglioli lifts and frankly the quality is far far superior to any other lifts I've seen, can't put a price on your health and safety especially if working on your own

 

[philw696]

Most modern car I've had in my workshop yet for a service 2018 Honda.

 

[conaero]

They have a 2 poster with H base plate for minimum concrete depth. Doesn't say what that is though.
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The Automotech AS-235SBE Has been designed by Automotech with a full “H” style base plate. This machine is ideal for situations when the concrete floor has a minimum depth or imperfections in the surface.

You will be forever tripping over those H extensions, believe me.

 

[philw696]

 

[2b1ask1]

Oh a pop top!

 

[philw696]

I see pictures of crazy behaviour on a regular basis on some of the sites I frequent.
If it won't go on as designed don't take risks.

 

[CatmanV2]

WTF is going on there?

C

 

[Oneball]

WTF is going on there?

C

Jenga.