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Les

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Im getting ready to build a shop at my house and just wanted to see what brand and size lift folks are installing in their shops
 
I have plans to do the same once I get moved. I hadn't settled on a brand yet, but I'm looking at a 12k. My truck is one heavy SOB.

LeeMajors said:
The auctions down here have 10k 2 post lifts right regular between $3500 and $4500
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Is that new or used?
 
Rotary if you have the money, but I know quite a few BendPak and Atlas users. I was going to go Atlas through Greg Smith Equipment until realizing it just wouldn't fit due to the beam that runs across my garage.

Smaller is fine for cars, but if you want to lift trucks or SUV's, the hydraulics seem to struggle until you step up to the 10k+ units.
 
Because I've searched for lifts this keeps showing up on various websites that Temu advertises on. I'd never order one from Temu, but that price....

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No matter which lift you decide on, I highly recommend purchasing one from a dealer that installs turn key. I have helped remove a 2 post lift, and install a Bendpak 10k high rise lift. Different locations that involved a forklift and a skid steer with pallet forks. A scissor lift or two would have made it easier.
I wouldn't hesitate to purchase the Bendpak 10k though.

Before you have the slab poured, look into the lift manufacturer's concrete requirements.
For example: https://www.bendpak.com/car-lifts/concrete-floor-requirements/
 
I'm using a BendPak MD-6XP scissor lift past seven years, was going to go with a post model but would have had to r/r the concrete area for the posts and would need them installed. I should have got the lift 30 years ago.
 
ronn47 said:
Get the lift picked out and construction details from the maker.
Your barn designer will need that data.

There will need to be a good size section of reinforced concrete where the post sit.
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Fullboost21 said:
No matter which lift you decide on, I highly recommend purchasing one from a dealer that installs turn key. I have helped remove a 2 post lift, and install a Bendpak 10k high rise lift. Different locations that involved a forklift and a skid steer with pallet forks. A scissor lift or two would have made it easier.
I wouldn't hesitate to purchase the Bendpak 10k though.

Before you have the slab poured, look into the lift manufacturer's concrete requirements.
For example: https://www.bendpak.com/car-lifts/concrete-floor-requirements/
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^^^^ This
 
Which is why I am asking this question. I have looked at Atlas, Rotary, and Bedpak just can't make up my mind and looking for real world experience with brands to make as informed design as possible.
 
I don’t think that you’ll go wrong with any one of those three. Rotary definately is considered to be a premium product.

I’d suggest that you select whichever foundation design is the thickest of all three, and use it. That way you’re good to go no matter which of the three you select.
 
Symmetrical or asymmetrical post lift?
 
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I have an asymmetrical two post bendpak and it has been excellent. I would absolutely buy it again.

Whatever you get my biggest piece of advice would be to make sure you get one that routes the lines from post to post up top. Do not buy one of the ones that has a big hump between the posts on the floor.
 
The Bendpak 10APX has low profile arms that can be configured symmetrically or asymmetrically. They also offer a 181" model if your going to have atleast 16' ceilings in your shop. Most people can put a full size truck or van on that lift and walk under it without ducking down.

10APX-181

This groundbreaking lift effortlessly accommodates Electric Vehicles and seamlessly transitions between symmetrical and asymmetrical configurations.
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Ceilings will be 14’ at the side walls and excellent advice to pour concrete to highest standard between the brands. The race car will be the main thing on the lift but it would be nice to be able to put the wife’s RDX or for that matter the GMC 2500 on it to rotate tires etc. I am leaning toward asymmetrical
 
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If building a barn will it be heated / cooled? A standard roll up door won't do much besides keep rain out.

Insulated doors are expensive but nice. Don't go with Overhead Door with Blue Logo - they use cheap contractors and give doors with gaps in side. Overhead Door with RED logo is more $$ but much better results.

I didn't know the difference and ended up with the Blue crap. Attached pic is all inside lights off taken mid day. After a few calls they half assed it better.

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Stick built 30x40 finished Inside complete with 14’ sidewalls and scissor trusses will be insulated with hvac. I’m currently looking at Amarr insulated doors 1 10x10 and 1 12x12
 
I've got Amarr insulated doors. The doors are pretty good. Can stand in front of a panel and not feel heat transfer. In my case the install stinks so I've got air gaps.

Mr Cool Mini Splits were pretty easy to install. Purchased from https://mrcooldirect.com delivered via a freight truck to my door.

Run electric mains to both sides so you can have a sub panel on 2 sides.

Water for hand washing & restroom? Plan it before concrete!
 
More for humor.....

An uncle of mine started out with a shed and some shop tools. After a few years it was an apartment.

His story was something like, well while waiting for wood glue and stain to set I got a lawn chair. Then needed a TV to pass the time. Then a fridge for cold beverages. Then a couch for naps. Then a microwave for hot sandwiches. AC to help reduce humidity so wood would not warp.

But was just a wood shop 😭
 
Yeah sort of like that. I have a surround sound system that I am not using at this house so that will most likely go in there. I have my old stereo which is a old 85 watt per channel reciever with AR 92 speakers. The TV might have to be a projection tv we will see. I also just replaced my recliner so I have the old one to go out there. I just hope I will actually be able to get some work done as well. I plan on starting a restoration on a car after retirement which is coming up pretty soon. I also have a ESSO sign with original post, hanger and lights that I will install out front as well.
 
I have a smaller set up and limited ceiling height but Intend to install a flush mount scissor lift for convenience. Looked deep into the 2 post lifts and for me, the lack or removal of the posts makes a difference for what I need. But I like the Mohawk Lifts, liked the chain vs cable and thicker steel involved in design. Definitely a premium $...

Anyways, good luck!
 
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