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Old 11-20-2016, 01:48 PM
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Default Re: Please recommend the best lift

Often I say your lift choice is about service- especially if you plan on having it installed by the person you are purchasing it from.

Rotary is probably the benchmark. They make good lifts. Mohawk lifts- are oversized and over engineered. If you'be got the space and the price is fair- they are an easy lift to stand under.

Challenger is more value oriented- maybe one level above bendpack. Any of the ones mentioned could be a fine choice- depending on needs and how they are configured.

Asymmetric just refers to the way the car is loaded. If the front arm can be collapse enough to be shot (some times 3 sections) and the rear arm is long enough to reach so you have 30% loaded past the column and 70% before- you have an asymmetric load. Car door opens easily- without hitting post. If you want to lift a heavy truck- I prefer a symmetric load. Some lifts can do both.

The canted column may offer a bit of extra door clearance- but not much of difference to eliminatell traditional posts.

When looking for a graphic- I found this link.

https://www.motor.com/newsletters/20...ID1_Lifts.html

I would not make a choice on weight rating as much as physically looking at them. Mohawk is my 1st choice.
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Old 11-20-2016, 06:17 PM
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Wow, thanks Chuck and Paul. I'll have to say that quality was a major concern and USA was a must. I appreciate your input, and makes my tough decision a little easier. I found another one searching last night, it was a Gemini, which looked good also. Mohawk and Rotary are at the top to choose from, from what I have seen. Any more good brands recommended would surely be welcomed.

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