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Leak testing and hydro-testing are two different tests (normally done with different purposes in mind) Hydro-testing is for testing the mechanical integrity of the vessel and piping. It is often done at 150% of the design pressure of the system. As the name implies - the vessel should be 100%...

I have installed a similar sized base-plate Atlas lift (BP-1000) in my shop. Easy to lift PU trucks, larger sedans, and mid-sized cars (plenty of adjustment in arms). I have one smaller car (Mercedes SLK-320 : two seater) that should be lifted using the factory lift points located on along the...

normally seem to swing in. If it swings out you have the extra issue of the lock/latch pin being easily accessible from a security standpoint as well as hinge pins are accessible (can be addressed with security type hinge/pins).

I installed a 2-post bottom plate lift with 10'6" ceilings. I'm 5'8" (not tall) and am able to raise sedans high enough to work under standing up. For SUV and trucks I use a milk crate to sit on for working and adjust height as required. If you are taller, you may not be able to stand up...

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