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vartz04

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I really want one of these. How much is it going for? I've got a 10' ceiling in my dads shop so a 2 poster is out of the question. Being able to sit under my truck has got to be better than layin on my back
 
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The description says it does not have "arms". Does that mean it lifts only by contacting the frame at all points?
If so, not a good design IMHO.
I have the Bendpac midrise lift and it has "swing arms" with various adapter plates to allow positioning and lifitng at manufacturer designated lift points and pinch welds. I love my Bendpac midrise.

Go to the Bendpac website and look at their midrise and compare to the one you are considering to get the idea of what I am trying to explain.

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OK, I went to the mfr' website and it does show the swing arms.
Sounds like it is a good deal for the diyer. Also has the desired auto relase feature instead of manual cable deal.
 
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Don't see a shipping price.
Probably pretty high, especially to California.
I would buy this if the shipping weren't too high.


Anyone got a coupon number for a discount?
 
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I've been happy with my Bendpak mid-rise, but if your truck is a full size, forget about using a mid-rise with it. It would be fine with a small truck or cars.
 
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moparhunter said:
HI this mid lift is on sale and thinking of Purchasing http://www.americanautomotiveequipment.com/Motorcycle-ATV-Lifts-p/pmr6xt-d.htmit I really am looking for thoughts on constuction and durability.Please give me feed back on the mid lifts if you have used or own one, I`m buying a mid lift because I have a 9 foot ceiling and do mostly suspension and brake work.
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I was just sort of browsing through the boards here and when I saw "American Automotive Equipment" red sirens went off. I've heard nothing but bad things about them (mostly from an ex-neighbor who ran a minor tooling operation out of his garage). No customer service, no accountability. Take your money and not give you a product type stuff. You basically have to hammer them repeatedly and cry foul to sites like rip-off report to get any action out of the company once they've messed up.

I can't attest to the actual equipment. I've never seen it in action. Just be very careful with this company. Be prepared for a major battle if even the slightest thing goes wrong.

If you do decided to go with them, I'd be interested in seeing how all of this plays out--if they've cleaned up their act.
 
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"American Automotive Equipment"

I bet the only thing "American" is the people they sell to.

vartz04 said:
I really want one of these. How much is it going for? I've got a 10' ceiling in my dads shop so a 2 poster is out of the question. Being able to sit under my truck has got to be better than layin on my back
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Why? There are two post lifts that are less than 10'. They are not clearfloor models though.
 
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I have seen them and really don't trust them at all . I use big jack stands and have never had a problem yet . You can also get nice drive on ramps that pick the entire car , truck or whatever and can this be used in a 8' ceiling ! They are very safe and in the $1000 to $1200 area . Take a look ! I have seen them at big car show and are really nice and very well made here in the USA !
 
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I wonder if that company is a spin off of America's Pride scam artist?
 
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I have the same model as the one you're looking at and so far, I love it. That said, I've only used it a couple of times.

It lifts a 911 to 57" in about 5 seconds and seems sturdy, which is exactly what I wanted. Shipping from Texas to Washington State was about $400.

Here's a picture of a friend's car up on my lift.

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Defender Chassis said:
"American Automotive Equipment"

I bet the only thing "American" is the people they sell to.



Why? There are two post lifts that are less than 10'. They are not clearfloor models though.
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Some such as the A7 & Series 1 10K are clear floor & can have the lines run in the floor so all you have are the posts.
 
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