I’ve got a tip for everybody with a scissor lift. You can buy 5000 psi rated hydraulic quick disconnect fittings that have a 1/4” NPTF female thread. With the appropriate adapter fittings you can unbolt you pump hose from the lift and insert your new QD fittings and Shazam !! No more hose in the way. You can roll the pump cart over to a corner so it’s completely out of the way. While you are buying the fittings also buy the plugs to cap off the disconnected fittings. The main issue you will have is identifying the factory fitting on the end of the hose. My Atlas lift used a BSPP iirc. Unreal that a Chinese lift would use British pattern , imperial thread fittings. The simple way to ID this particular fitting is the 19 TPI. No other fitting pattern ( SAE, DIN, ETC) uses 19 TPI in the 1/4” nptf size. There are a lot of vids out there about IDing hydraulic fittings so educate your self.

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

Great Tip! I've always wondered about this.

@weldingjunkie

Жыл бұрын

One more leak point tho. They don’t last I use them daily

@taurusbullykamp4010

Жыл бұрын

This is pointless unless u doing wheels and suspension

@longfade

17 күн бұрын

Haha! What a genius.

I bought a 2 year old MD6XP for $1500 back in '08. It is the single best tool investment I have ever made. I mostly work on old VW's. so the blocking of the center of the car doesn't matter much. But it is very handy for any type of vehicle. I have 9'4" ceilings, and can lift my full size Chevy to almost 4' with no problem. These things are so nice for tire and brake work, oil changes, etc. And, it can be rolled out to the driveway for pressure washing under old junk cars that I pull out of the woods for rebuilding. I generally don't do much work directly under the center ofmy cars where the lift itself is in the way. Some exhaust work, but I don't even bother trying to drop a transmission. I also built a rolling stool to sit on while working under there, and some kneeling pads so my knees are not directly on the hard concrete. If I had a taller ceiling, I would likely have a two post, but I have what I have, so I work with it. For low cars I do the same as in the video. No big deal. My stock height 95 Subaru Legacy hits the catalytic converter right at the center locking mechanism, but I only need a plank on one side to make the car clear. One more great thing about these is they make a great adjustable height work table. I built a plywood top with a frame around the bottom that fits over the lift perfectly. It serves and lawnmower/snowblower service station, engine teardown/build table, and outfeed for my table saw. Even built a few cabinets on it over the years. I highly recommend these for those with height/space limitations. The advantages for outweigh the drawbacks.

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

This is great insight. With the work table it also works as an adjustable loading platform for a truck too. To lift heavy stuff in, or drag stuff out of the truck onto the platform to lower down to the ground. Think engines, heavy furniture or refrigerators or just about anything else you can get on there.

@corey6393

Жыл бұрын

@@DrivingForwardBuilds Yep. I have loaded/unloaded everything from lawnmowers to snow machines. Even a 400 pound wood stove! They are very useful, especially being somewhat portable.

I was surprised that you only have 61 subscribers, your video makes it look like your channel is a lot bigger! You have 62 now :)

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

Wow, thank you!

Keeping this lift as a supplemental lift for specific jobs (i.e. tires, brakes, suspension, some interior work, etc.) is the perfect decision. I would consider recessing it into the concrete floor to eliminate the need for ramps and to make the space usable for regular parking. Having both lifts is the ideal set-up...lucky you!

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

I would drop it into the concrete but with post tension floors that turns into a disaster real fast.

I've had the Atlas version of this lift since 2008 and have also done all types of car mods & maintenance. Audi clutch jobs, engine - out work, exhaust systems, brakes, summer - winter tires..... I agree with all pros & cons. At the end of the day, if you don't have ceiling height and you've had it with working on jack stands, these type of lifts will serve you well. Biggest vehicle I've had on mine is a 95 Chevy 2500HD.

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing

Thanks for this wonderful insight man. I love your way of presenting!

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

Thanks. I really appreciate that.

@gsmith207

Жыл бұрын

Ditto that. Great job. Must’ve excelled in class at presentations! Nooice

Some really useful info on the pros and cons i hadn't thought of thanks best review ive seen on this type of lift.

@DrivingForwardBuilds

9 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Awesome!! I like the way you explain "everything". Nicely done.

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

Very much appreciated.

This is the portable lift of all portable lifts without compromising your back I been looking for…great review thanx a million

@DrivingForwardBuilds

2 ай бұрын

Hope you love it!

I've watched so many reviews of these scissor lifts and this one by far was the best. Thank you again

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

Wow thanks!

I've been wondering about these. Thanks for the video you've answered a lot of my questions.

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

I’m glad it helped. I really struggled to find info on them way back when I bought mine.

For more than a year now I’ve been ruminating about which lift to get for my garage. I’m lucky, I have a really big garage, but I only have 9 foot ceilings. Have been focused on the MaxJax but I’m pretty sure you’ve just convinced me to go with this (or another) scissor lift instead. Thanks for the great video, and you really hit all the meaningful pros and cons.

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

Good luck with choosing. Either way in the end a lift changes everything.

Great info dissecting the ins and outs/Pros and Cons of this product. Just shared it.. Thank You. Happy Early New Year's day to you.

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Happy New Year :-)

This was a great video presentation! Well spoken, easy to follow, and very informative. I’m finishing my 4 car garage interior design and I’m considering something like this.

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

Awesome. Thanks.

@joehoffrage

Жыл бұрын

Ditto! Great explanation!

really nice honest review of this scissor lift. Thanks!

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

I have previously had the pleasure of having a setup like your current shop with a seperate bay and 2 post arrangement. I have since moved to a home with a smaller garage and am forced to consider the space advantages of the scissor lift. I have tons of suspension work to do on a track car and I think your video alone changed my mind from a current 7K BendPak MaxJax to the MD-6XP. Thanks for the excellent video! You're a godsend. After taking measurements, my Ram and my Mustang would fit in my garage, even with it up in the air. It's a huge find and I will certainly sacrifice some of the engine/trans convenience. Huge thanks again!!!

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

I’m glad I could help. Sounds like exciting times ahead.

Great video I’ve had the scissor lift since 2017 my back is very happy

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

That's awesome.

Great video. Thanks for sharing. Really clear, very articulate, and very balanced.

@DrivingForwardBuilds

8 ай бұрын

Thank you. I appreciate you taking the time to comment.

Great review, sweet car. Happy Holidays and Thank you

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

Happy holidays! Thanks!

Excellent informative review,,,,not a lot of wasted words. Thanks

@DrivingForwardBuilds

11 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Super helpful. Been considering a lift at home and learned a ton about the considerations.

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching.

Exactly what I needed to see, Subscribed

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

Awesome!

At first, I thought about the negatives too, but after your description I think this may be a great option for me!

@DrivingForwardBuilds

9 ай бұрын

Awesome. Glad to be able to help.

Great review! Thanks for all the info.

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

I have the Harbour freight scissor lift and I love it, bought it second hand off of a lady whose husband passed away and got a great deal vs a new one. It wasn't hurt any, it was fully assembled, I brought it home and started using it immediately.

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

That’s awesome.

I had one and had the same love/hate relationship with it. I ran the same wooden ramps and being in a small 2 car garage it did make it hard to store things underneath and still have room to open the garage in the winter. It was great and did not regret it. I've since moved and now have a 3 car with 12ft ceilings so a HD-7W is what I have my eye on and hoping prices will come back to earth soon. I do only light work - no more engine out type projects. having the ability to park underneath it will be awesome. Great video BTW!

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment!

@lolux6577

Жыл бұрын

I wouldn’t hold your breath on prices coming down

@bobd9868

Жыл бұрын

The ramps were a no go for me. I hammered out part of my floor, dug down and repoured so that’s it flush with the floor.

Bendpak owner here for all the same reasons, my garage layout encouraged me to detach the power unit and attach it to the garage wall near the lift. Combined with quick connects it helps with clutter.

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

That is awesome!

Appreciate this video. THank you very much for your review!!

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

This was a very informative video, thanks!!!

@DrivingForwardBuilds

2 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Fantastic video, thank you!

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Ай бұрын

Thank you too!

thank you so much for the excellent review!!!

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Nice video. Enjoyed the details and perspective. Subscribed.

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the sub!

I have the same lift and did the exact same things: wooden ramps to increase clearance, marked the lock locations, and put down steel runners. I love this lift. Two tips: one, get a small mechanics stool with wheels. Perfect height. Second, if you need to do a big job with the centre of the vehicle, like install a transfer case on a big K5 Chevy Blazer, use the lift to lift the vehicle up, put jackstands under each corner of the vehicle, lower the scissor lift down all the way and put a piece of plywood, say 4 x 6 feet on top of the lowered scissor platform and work on top of that.

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

Fantastic reply. I tired to say something like this but you make it way clearer.

@marcoac14

Жыл бұрын

That’s kind of what’s I did. I have a similar HF lift and it’s perfect for most jobs except for the very first one I had to undertake which was to drop the transmission of a BMW M3. It sits kind of in the middle of the vehicle and the exhaust and prop shaft had to come out first. I built a wooden deck with 2x4 and 3/4” plywood and put it on top of the lift while the vehicle was on extra tall jack stands. Worked like a charm.

@robw7205

Жыл бұрын

That's a great idea. Wheel cribs would work really well for that method.

@davidc-l9174

Жыл бұрын

Can you clarify, for the slow folks among us (me)? You put the vehicle up on this lift, place jackstands on the floor, lower the vehicle onto the jackstands, and then use the adapters for trucks or whatever to raise the lift back up, to get the vehicle a bit higher in the air and a bit higher above the lift structure?

@markjohnson5081

Жыл бұрын

@David C-l I had a K5 Chevy Blazer that I was restoring. I had to take out the transfer case and the scissor lift has a centre section that would not give me the clearance required. So after some thought, I decided to raise the Chevy up with the scissor lift and then lower it down onto Jack stands on, the trucks axles. With the scissor lift now down, I put a piece of plywood onto the lowered scissor lift for me to lay on and put a floor jack on, and easily removed and re-installed the transfer case. So the downside of a scissor lifts centre section, can be managed when required.

Very informative,I'll be looking into getting one for me & my brother-in-law. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

@DrivingForwardBuilds

10 ай бұрын

Thanks! Have fun with it!!

You just helped me decide to get one thank you.

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

Awesome.

Thank you for the video, really good info

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Very helpful. Thank you.

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Ай бұрын

Awesome. Thanks for watching!

Informative video. Thanks for this.

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

I think this style lift lends itself really well to using the 'Diy wooden wheel cribs' that go under the wheels, would make any trans/exhaust work with the car up on cribs and lift lowered off a breeze. As an ex body guy I really appreciate the access to the sides and sills (rockers). Thanks for the walkaround, you've helped me make my mind up 🙂👍

@DrivingForwardBuilds

6 ай бұрын

Right on. Thanks for the comment.

Great video, great info. I like the video length, long video but doesn't feel drug out. Just said everything that needed to be said.

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot. I really do appreciate that you took the time to watch and even more so to comment!

This video sold me. I was wonder if it have enough to lift my bmw and low behold moment at intro it was confirmed. Thank you sir I am definitely going to buy this.

@agentwithabeard

3 ай бұрын

Awesome! Have fun with the new found experience. This lift was a game-changer for me.

@DrivingForwardBuilds

3 ай бұрын

Guess I responded from my other channel.... whoops.

I wish you were my neighbour. Lol. That beard, I bloody love it. Oh, the lift, yeah I like it. So many great uses you mentioned. Pros and cons to everything. Great set up you have. Awesome!!!

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

Thanks for an informative video!

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Great vid! Sick E39 too. Man you’ve done a ton to it.

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

Thanks a ton!

Lot of good info ,good video thanks I'm getting ready build a small shop.for my mustangs in research mode

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

Thanks. Take a look at my 2 post video if it might help. Good luck with the research.

Great vid! I have mine ordered and hopefully it should be here within a couple weeks. I have an air cooled 911 so this will be perfect for me.

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

It's gonna be a lot of fun to have. Congrats!

I have the same lift and love it. Great video

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

One key thing to remember with these lifts, you need to go “up” to go down. With an SUV, It can be really close to not being able to do that (like roof rack pressing into the sheetrock).

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

That would for sure put you in a "bind". So glad I've come close but not yet been stuck. You need about 1-1/2" to clear the locks.

@tony5006

Жыл бұрын

@@DrivingForwardBuilds I drive a convertible, as does my wife. In the garage we have if the roof and door windows are down it does give me whole lot more space to lift. The one I bought has 5 stages of "locks".

Great review... and love the E39 track car.

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

Thanks. It's a unique track car for sure! Draws a bit of attention in the paddock.

Great video. I'm in need of one of these

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment. Hope you're able to get one! Good luck!

Excellent video, beautiful E39

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot!

Great video and beautiful M5

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot!

Looking at this lift for mostly my e46 what a nice surprise!

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

It should work out great. As mentioned in some other comments the lift points are right at the edge with BMW but still work well.

So that would simply collapse under the weight of my Hummer or my farm tractor…but I took a butt-load of screenshots and drew up some basic designs and realized I can make a heavy duty version of it in my machine shop for about $1,200 over a long weekend. Thanks for the video and the idea! I had been saving for a two post but worrying that it wouldn’t be stable enough and would take a ton of space. I think putting it on cast iron castors to move it around the shop when necessary would be essential…trust me…sometimes you just have to stop what you’re doing and do something else around the farm to get a piece of equipment back in operation and you just need to move your project out of the way to do that project for an hour…

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

Sounds like a fun project to build.

@ocavant

Жыл бұрын

Make a video about it 🙂

@99sentcoins

Жыл бұрын

A 2 post is way better than this no post, movable lift. Think about it.

GREAT video!

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Great review

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

I went with EZ Car Lift. The cross member unbolts to provide full chassis access. Great for exhaust work, removing the driveshaft, pulling the transmission, etc....

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

That’s pretty cool. I hadn’t seen that lift.

Great content. Thanks

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

Much appreciated!

Thanks for the review, I'd love to have a lift one day! the main issue we have at our current house is the "split" 2 car garage with the doors separated by a column. There's just no way NOT to be tight against a wall. I've been looking at these "mobile" lifts to use in the driveway instead (once we solve the slope issue).

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

Those garage posts are tough to work around.

@hatemsgarage

Жыл бұрын

I hear you there… I just spent about $12k installed two massive LVL beams in my garage to delete 4 preexisting lally columns. I can’t believe anyone would build a garage with those damn things in there.

Great video!!

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

Thank you. I hope it was informational and helped in some way.

Outstanding E39!

@DrivingForwardBuilds

2 ай бұрын

Thank you!

Excellent video! I've been looking around for a way to lift my 2005 Ford GT.

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

Glad I could help!

Great review 👍

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

Thanks! 👍

I enjoyed your video so I will post this here. I tried to buy the Bendpak but it was out of stock for months (Ontario Canada) so I settled for a brand called PEAK. All of these lifts seem to be the same. The build quality for the PEAK is excellent. the motor/stand/hydraulics etc are all excellent. my main issue with bendpak is that there are only 3 lock points. it seems all the rest have 6 or 7, including mine. It was assembled entirely aside from the hydraulic and lock pull cord, and 4 bolts to fasten the pump to the cart. So if you are faced with a price difference or delivery delay. don't be afraid of the PEAK brand. In canada, the price, delivered in my garage at home, with liftgate service was 3300 plus tax. shipping is included if you can get it off the truck. it was 100$ more for liftgate service. The BENDPAK would have been another 500$.

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Ай бұрын

This is great information! Thanks for sharing your experience. I'm sure this will help someone out there looking for a lift.

@TheBry_Guy

Ай бұрын

I forgot to mention, a company called BABCO is the Canadian distributor for BENDPAK, and they also sell PEAK. From Order to delivery in my garage was 3 business days.

Have mine for 5 years and now issues Reliable and great quality

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

That’s great!

scissor lifts are best i think for most diy garages, but you want the ones with no center bars, and the base that the scissor rolls on. i have a low ceiling, but went for a second hand lift due to cost here in the uk. the 2 posters are actually cheaper than the scissors. even second hand the scissor really hold their value due to demand. i was lucky to find a 2 year old 4ton 2 poster for 1/6 of its new price. cheap as i had to dismantle and have a suitable trailer to remove which not everyone has access to. i had to go single phase, one with the floor mounted rams, balance cables across the floor. i then took the top hats with the pullies of the post and cut the posts down by 10". put top hats back on a shortened the balance cables. i now have a 4ton low height 2 poster. it took some time to do, but it was a good learning experience. i wanted to be extra safe so made up some extra support legs from the bases to effectively make the lift free standing (front to back). lifted first car the other day, very stable and effortless. will be looking to get some high axles stands for when working underneath as will be crouched due to low ceiling.

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

Nice. I like the creativity.

Fantastic video.

@DrivingForwardBuilds

3 ай бұрын

Thank you very much!

@moneyshifters

3 ай бұрын

@@DrivingForwardBuilds buying one today because of this very review !

@DrivingForwardBuilds

3 ай бұрын

@@moneyshifters right on! I hope you love it.

Great video review, thanks for sharing. And yes, Tool addiction is real!....😂😂😂😂

@DrivingForwardBuilds

9 күн бұрын

It really is!

Nice lift. I have the same mid rise scissor lift. Had it for about 3 years. I agree with you about having a 2 poster which is better for underneath the vehicle but a scissor lift is better if you are working on the sides of the vehicle. Again, it's all a compromise. Like the E46 track day car too! I had a E36v track day car which I loved!

@DrivingForwardBuilds

7 ай бұрын

Right on!

Not going to lie, I clicked because of the e39 in the thumbnail. Great vid - very informative. Now I need to search for your e39 track build content…. :)

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

Hey thanks! A lot of folks don’t like the e39 but it’s been a fun and creative journey.

@rcs3289

Жыл бұрын

@@DrivingForwardBuilds I've owned two e39 M5s and I'm always looking to buy another. Great cars!

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

@@rcs3289 That's awesome. I'd like to pickup a clean one to build for street use. This one may be for sale at the end of this racing season. I think filming a complete build would be fun, but can't have both...

I have owned this same lift for 7 years now. I use it regularly for my track car, 86 CRX, and it is so much better than the years of jacks and jack stands. I have also used for brake and tire work my Tacoma quad cab and an Audi S4. It had no trouble lifting them and being stable. I would say I didn’t lift beyond second lock for that work with the heavier vehicles. Final that is Bendpak is dropping the ball on parts support. One of my cylinders spits out oil above the second lock and the gasket at the bottom of the tank is leaking. They do not sell seal kits for the cylinders, and have changed them a few times. Replacing them is over $400 each. They also do not sell the tank seal without buying the entire power unit. Buyer beware. I do still love mine and use it very regularly.

@DrivingForwardBuilds

5 ай бұрын

Good feedback.

Great review. Subbed

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the sub!

Great vid and great ideas to have one! ‘See honey? I can clean your car better!” Love it! I got a 2 piece scissor and a 4 post and a 2 post. Love the little scissor lift and can use it in driveway which is cool! Gained a sub!

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

There's always a reason for a new tool!

Good job mate. I had one of these in Canberra Australia for my V8 Ford Fairlane. Only downside for me was when the car is on the lift with the weight at the front. The nose tends to point down slightly just a few inches it’s no big deal….. So now, when you drain the sump oil the drain bolt is on the back in my case Therefore with a slight angle downwards at the front after you’ve drained it out theres still a litre or more of old oil trapped in the front of the sump To get to that you have to lower the car to the floor and let it drain properly according to its own stance on the suspension So you just need to keep an eye on that geometry if you’re doing oil changes but otherwise they are really good

@DrivingForwardBuilds

17 күн бұрын

That's an interesting observation. Smart to lower it so you could get the rest of the oil out.

Yup - i had one of these - bloody good Perfect for servicing and doing brakes……

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

It really is great, just the right height for these services.

Love the e39!

@DrivingForwardBuilds

9 ай бұрын

Thanks!

Really enjoyed your video. Its a shame how channels like yours have to work so hard to get the views and the subs. This space is just so full that its an uphill battle. Ive been wanting a lift like this for at least 10 years, and think I am finally in a position where I can justify the expense. Appreciate the full breakdown to help someone like me buy one. Maybe Ill feature it on my channel one day....

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment and support. I’m certainly gonna keep trying and grow my knowledge to put out better content. Good luck with the lift purchase.

I have the exact same lift for the exact same reasons, 7.5' ceiling height as my garage is in my 'basement'. I am in a 2 car garage, so when I work on a car I put it in the middle and bring out my wooden ramps (same setup as you). Once done I installed a winch on the wall and store it up against the wall off the floor as it becomes a pain to use the garage for any other type of DIY with this thing in the middle of the floor. Your summary was spot on. Can you do a video on your car setup, I have a 2003 M5 Individual, started tracking it this year, subbing to follow your progress.

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

I’m planning to do a walk through on the build soon. It’s still a work in progress. Wish I had filmed the early stages but oh well.

Everything you said absolutely makes sense. I have a full rise single column Canadian built PORT A HOIST I got for $600 delivered 90 minutes away that I use frequently and also picked up on the Zuckerberg Matrix marketplace a 24" rise SNAP ON scissor lift for $300 which I hope to use soon. So nice it is to get up off the floor like a damn dirty ape.

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

Those sound like cool finds.

Great video! I now suffer from lift envy!

@DrivingForwardBuilds

3 ай бұрын

Appreciate the comment. Thanks!

instead of securing the ramps to the floor permanently, you can drill a whole in the concrete and put a matching hole in the ramps at the end and drop a pin/bolt through it to keep them in place when you pull up onto the ramps. When the car is off, pull out the pin and then you can store the ramps elsewhere if you so desire. Just an option. My garage has an unusual curb/carwalk thing that wraps the end and side so i just made my ramps longenough to but up against that so they done move while I'm pulling onto them and then i stash them off to the side when no in use. Granted I don't have a nice scissor lift, my car is too low even for a low profile floor jack lmao. Nice beamer and CST-V too, both are in my top 10 favorite cars. And I spy an EGA on the beamer. Semper Fi hermano, I was in '09-'13.

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

Smart thought on keeping the ramps in place. Mine aren’t bolted down so I can adjust the width and I use the small end ramps with my trailer to.

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

On a side note thank you for your service sir. I come from a military family but was denied for medical reasons and couldn't serve. That's an SCCA sticker on the car and from a distance looks similar.

I bought the MaxJax about four years ago and it gives 48 inches of lift but, as you pointed out, it's not so great for anytime you need to get in or out of the car or work on anything inside the door. So obviously the ideal solution is to have one of each.

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

Ideal, but pricey. I saved up for awhile to have both.

They make a kind of sitting recliner creeper for those shorter lifts I’ve never used one but they look like they would work really well.

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

That’s a great idea. I use a shop stool but always seem to get stuck on stuff and wind up kneeling instead out of frustration. A nice reclining creeper/stool would probably solve that problem.

Good info… thanks

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Great review - love the start with the sound of that floor jack. Practically gives me PTSD - lol.

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

For real.

Great review... thx.

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Nice , Give us a quick run vid about your air compressor system specially the dryer and the filters. Thank you.

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

The Air compressor is pretty simple. It's just a 30 gallon Husky compressor. No drier at this time. Plumbed with a quick disconnect for my air hose.

One thing I really like is I'm not locked into using it in one bay of the garage. I have three bays and I can put it in any one of them!

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

While tough to move when you do it pays off in dividends.

@truthboomertruthbomber5125

Жыл бұрын

I fabricated an A frame lift on the back of my garden tractor. Makes it pretty easy to move the lift but you do need a lot of room for maneuvering the combination. On the broomed finished driveway it’s impossible for me to move the lift with the hydraulic pump cart. This is also a good reason for installing hydraulic quick disconnects.

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

@@truthboomertruthbomber5125 that’s a slick idea. I don’t have access to a tractor anymore but that would have made it much easier to move.

Congrats on the video taking off my dude. Keep making content and get monetized!

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

That's the plan! Keep learning and keep trying.

Man i am subbing just because i like your personality. regarding the lift, my biggest fear is what if there is an earthquake. they come without warning and can upset the vehicle. i would want for u to make a L shape piece out of thick steel in a way so that it fits at scissor axis and wont let it close no matter what. then it would be mechanically impossible for the lift to come down unless u remove that block.

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the sub. I use some heavy stands as a back up. I like that idea though.

I've been using the one I bought from harbor freight for 6 years. This style of lift sure has helped with a lot of tasks, but I'm planning on upgrading to the low profile Max lift. There are just too many places I can't reach and the constant wear of the steel wheels on the floor have worn grooves in it.

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

Yeah. The steel plates have saved my floors.

I like ur M. I like ur review. Keep it up. And stay blessed. I have a 550i. And i do my own work. I have an oil pump issue rn. And im looking for a lift to purchase

@DrivingForwardBuilds

4 ай бұрын

Thanks, will do!

Thanks for the video, this was very thorough. Would you happen to know how high the first locking point is?

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Ай бұрын

The 1st lock is at 23", 2nd at 33.75", 3rd at 42.5", and the 4th at 47". The lift height can be varied based on the adapter stack used as well.

I bought the Harbor Freight version of this lift. it you are using to lift 911's, reverse the position of the lift. This allows all assess to the motor and transmission.

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

Smart! I haven't had the need but always wondered if loading the opposite direction worked well.

Hmm. Good points on the lift. I like the height. Always seen ( like you said) the others only go up 18" which is pointless beyond doing brakes and tires.. Nice jacket ( I got same one).

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

Right on!

It's in the way of all my favorite parts specially the transmission in rwd cars

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

For sure. That center area is tough to get to.

Glad you showed an a UTV on this lift... could be a good alternative to a table lift! What the lowest lock height ?

@DrivingForwardBuilds

10 ай бұрын

The first lock height is at 23”. The second is at right around 34”.

Badass ride ya got derrr

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

Thanks, you either like it or you don't it seems..

Great video. Thanks for sharing. The garage space where you have the post lift: Is that custom or did it the house come like that? Meaning, was it in the original plans?

@DrivingForwardBuilds

Жыл бұрын

This is a spec house. It’s a pretty common layout in this area of Phoenix.

I too am addicted to tools. When I buy a new one the endorphins in my brain explode 😅

@DrivingForwardBuilds

8 ай бұрын

I feel this deep in my bones!