Helpful insights, Thanks for posting the video. Using the post as a template didin't work well for me either. But I knew the holes would have to be near perfectly pumb to not cause issues later so what I did was took a piece of the thin plywood crate that the lift shipped in and I cut it out to match the size of the plate and drew circles for the holes with a black marker and then drilled those holes out , then I used the thin piece of plywood as a plate template setting it on the concrete in place of the post. It worked perfectly. I first pre drilled the smaller hole and then stepped it up to the larger bit. My holes ended up perfectly aligned and plumb without the actual post in the way. If the mfg wants to really step up their game they could pre print this "template" on the top of the crate and tell you in the instructions to cut out and use the included template... ;)

@jamesashe

5 ай бұрын

Great tip!

Very helpful. thank you. Why don't manufacturers go into this level of detail on a video for their customers. Great that you did this for the community and no real benefit to you other than just being a great guy.

@fireyourrocketts

3 ай бұрын

You do know this is made in China like everything we put ours hands on these days right? if that does not answer your question I don't know what will. Thanks to all these you tubers for the insights to help us when relying in Chinese made instructions just fails miserably

I'm putting my setup together and so thankful I watched this video. Really appreciate the time you set aside to make that for us because it'll save a lot of future headaches and confusion. 10/10 Video

Awesome video! I am planning on a near term purchase and there aren't too many videos on the "new" version. You also speak about this stuff in a way that I understand. For example, your explanation of the reason for the width choice now makes perfect sense where I didn't really get it when others just say the width they chose "because I have X car". I actually plan on doing a mock up with the cars in place to make sure I get it right, but I will definitely benefit from you sharing your experience. Thanks!!

Excellent video sir. Thank you for the time you invested sharing this with all of us!

I am only passively investigating for a future potential purchase of this lift but this was the best video I watched so far. I like the manner of the presentation

Thanks for the insight; I'm installing mine tonight. I appreciate you providing tips n' tricks from your install experience

Great video. I just bought one and you answered alot of questions I was waiting to get the lift to answer.

I watched the whole video and it was helpful as I’m getting ready to set my anchors. Thanks.

Thanks! I just bought a set. I appreciate the tips and catches!

thank you for making this video. i found it helpful as I am in the process of installing my maxjax. i was planning on putting my posts closer together until I watched this. The safety catch tip is good and I will make sure to pay attention to the orientation when I assemble the cart as well.

@dfacedxa

Жыл бұрын

also 100% correct on the hydraulic fluid capacity. i dont know how they could get something like that wrong in the manual. i dumped in 7q to start and it sounded like the pump was sucking air when i began the bleeding process. 2 gallons wont even get you to the min line of the dipstick. they should pay you to re-write the manual hahah! they can afford it with the price this lift runs. tips I can share: - throw that red bottle of no name thread sealant in the trash. these have a rep for leaking so I didnt chance using that. - the short hose on the cart is going to be weird to install as it slightly too long.. you have to angle the fittings out and bend the hose also i took the fluid divider off to get it on right.

Excellent video, good notes going into an install.

Just got mine and started installing appreciate the video!

I have to install my unit and I have to say , this was a Very informative video thanks 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

Took me a long while to find the anchor place. On the stands, the only car stands with the right height range I found was the Sunex 1410, but they are the pin type. I ended up going with the Vevor Pipe stands (Ebay had the best price). They have the screws and are rated for 2,500 lbs. so with four you've got 10,000 lbs., just designed for pipes and not cars but options are limited unless you want to do some cutting on the higher ones. Again, I have them on order so I can't give a full opinion yet.

Great video, good tips. Appreciate the tip on the wej-it anchors. $64 for 10 anchors vs the $180 to get anchors with the exact same spec from Bendpak! I plan to get a few so I can use my lift in more than one place (more than one garage). Not sure what means you use to do your videos. If you just use your phone like I often do then maybe try an app like the one I use which allows me to make a video with my phone while recording the audio for that video from my bluetooth headphones. Lets me walk all around and have good crisp audio that does not fade when I am not directly facing the camera. I have a few videos that I really wish I had used this option on that I can't change now or they will lose their priority. The app I use with my android phone is Cinema FV-5 I really like it. Only issue I had with it is that it dumped my videos into a spot on my phone that was rather odd so I initially thought it was not working.

@jamesashe

5 ай бұрын

I appreciate the tips for the AV stuff. My old phone let me record audio with a bluetooth device, but my new one will only record with the built in mic (calls work fine with BT devices, but it won't record audio when filming). I used to record with a mic and then overlay the audio, which was a pain, but it sounds like your solution might be a lot easier. Thanks again.

I also found that my SUV required a narrower post spacing than my sports car. I think I ended up with 126" outside spacing. I used a rotary hammer drill and it was a piece of cake drilling. I also found that I could drill straight with the post in place.

Looks like my replies to you are getting deleted. I’ll try this way: Yes, female threads as I need them flush with the floor as well. I got them from the anchorco site who also has the epoxy as well. Search Power-sert for the inserts. You will need the 5/8” thread. If you have a damp environment or maybe outside, they have it in stainless as well but will cost a lot more. I did just order so I don’t have them in hand yet but looks like it will do what I want. Also ordered four pipe jack stands elsewhere. Pipe stands because I can’t find anyone who still makes the car stands that have the 30 to 50 in. height range with the top spin adjustments, only the pin type for the car stands. That is just for some added safety/stabilization. As far as the leaks, I have been told the fittings and the sealant are not the greatest made.

@jamesashe

9 ай бұрын

Thanks for telling me the name of the product. I found them and I'm happy to see they come in a 10 pack. Perfect for our needs. Can't believe I missed them when I was looking for a similar product. I looked for some stands, but I haven't ordered any yet. I found a couple screw type on Amazon that look like they could be modified to reduce their height, but most of them are 45" min height so you're going to be struggling even if you chop a couple inches from them. I'll have to look into the pipe stands.

Great video! I missed the holes on the cart also. LOL. Their phone customer service sucks..THey dont know anything....THey told me to go to KZread.. I had trouble figuring out how to torque the bolts with the wrenches

Thanks! Great video very informative

thanks getting mk7 in a week can't wait 😊

Thanks, good feedback.

Thanks for the video!

Thanks for the tips.

Thanks, good information

thank you so much for your info!!!

Great video!

Great video... Maybe you should consider becoming a professional KZreadr. Thanks for the detailed information, this 25 min video saved me hours of pain!

thanks! Very helpful!

Thank you sir !

Informative video. I had confusion on the spacing of the columns too but thanks to you, I have a much better understanding and seems better to just go the 130 to 135 in. max and should cover just about any size vehicle. I ended up having to put in large footings due to slab thickness but still going with the epoxy anchors by Wej-it as I had concern of the inserts coming loose due to repeated torquing plus I believe they are much stronger anyway. Now Max-Jax sells the epoxy anchors but the kit does not come with the epoxy. Same price, others sell what looks like the same kit including 1 tube of epoxy but looks like it may be Chinese made epoxy. I ended up getting everything I needed from Anchor Co for the same price. Bought 2 tubes of USA epoxy, extra mix tubes and the 10 anchors, delivered for the same price. Do you have any hydraulic fluid leaks from the fittings? Seen some people run into issues with that.

@jamesashe

9 ай бұрын

I think you're spot on with what you said about the anchors. Are your anchors female threaded? All the epoxy anchors I found were male thread I can't have the anchors standing proud in my space. Yes, there are leaks at the cylinder connection. I would describe them as 'weeping' There's never anything to wipe up but the base is always oily a couple weeks after you clean it. If memory serves, one cylinder leaked significantly and I redid the connection with teflon tape and a better sealant than came with the kit. I don't think I did it wrong the first time, I just think the included sealant is not very good.

Thank you.

thanks! good info

Thanks brother

Thanks!

Thanks for the good info -- will be referencing when installing the used lift I just picked up. Do you still have the Mr2? Charles

@jamesashe

11 ай бұрын

Sure do, 91 turbo t-top. Do you have the 2GR in yet? I think that's a great engine for the car.

Thanks for the great video. I bought the max jax about 5 yrs ago. The anchor bolts are slipping and not holding anymore. Thought I followed the procedures correctly but maybe not. However, I do not trust these anchors bolts an longer. Want to sent anchor bolts in epoxy. Do you have a recommendation on the epoxy I should use?

@jamesashe

7 ай бұрын

Mine have not yet started slipping that I'm aware of, but I think it's a matter of when-not-if. I haven't used them personally, but there is a product called Power-sert (toggler.com/products/power-sert-adhesive-insert-anchor-zinc-plated-carbon-steel) that was recommended here in the comments by @dcad1005 . I need to coat my floor and I plan to upgrade the anchors then. All the other anchors I found are male thread and I can't have threads standing up out of my floor.

Very helpful. I'm close to making the purchase and being aware of some of the issues with the documention will hopefully make my install easier. Btw how thick are your floors?

@jamesashe

Жыл бұрын

They were exactly as thick as the manual dictated plus or minus 1/4" . I was planning to cut out a chunk and repour, but I got lucky.

@ocramidajzj

Жыл бұрын

Thank you. And I assume you haven't had any issues with the install into your pad over the last year? How much weight are you lifting?

@jamesashe

Жыл бұрын

@@ocramidajzj Most I've lifted is about 5k. Truck is listed at 4.4klbs and I assume it's a little heavier. The pad hasn't been a problem, but I think the anchors are starting to pull out. I'll probably have to epoxy them in place in the near future. I'll keep an eye on them going forward, but I'm pretty sure they're slowly pulling out of the holes.

Love you

Wejit is alot cheaper way to go? It looks like?

@jamesashe

Жыл бұрын

They were when I found them. I didn't know about them until after I got my second install kit. The anchor kit that comes with it is fine, as long as you know what width you need.

over explaining, over discussing, too much verbal posturing, its a 5 minutes video. 1.Make sure you have the correct manual. No need for any stories. 2.Lift base is used as a template, not a drill jig. 3.Measure twice (your vehicles), drill once. 4.Get the right drill for proper anchoring.

@jamesashe

Жыл бұрын

So you watched a video you didn't like, couldn't click away, couldn't control your anger enough to catch the details, and in the end just wrote an angry comment trying to diminish the video because you don't have control of your temper? What a good use of everyone's time.

@gerardjones7881

2 ай бұрын

@@jamesashe I'm installing mine now, what you got wrong is you're trying to use jacking points for lift points, they aren't the same thing.