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    4-Post Lift Choices in Ontario, Canada

    I bought a Bendpak HD9-XW about 4 years ago. I searched all over for a lift and picked this lift as I did like the air lock release and the overall width of the lift was a better fit in my area. The direct lift for the same capacity is wider. I also got the RJ 45 roller jack, castors and trip...
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    lift questions

    Kind of a loaded question. In my quest for a lift (working lift) I found that most of the the lifts I would want start at 9000lbs capacity. From that point, it's the dimensions width, length, drive thru clearance that you require. I liked the lifts with an adjustable runway, and the option of a...
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    Need music in my shop...best setup?

    I am old school as well, but you can't beat the new Bluetooth portable speakers. I waited for a sale and got a couple of JBL Extreme speakers which you can pair together for stereo, and the sound/volume is fantastic. No wires, bluetooth to your phone/ipad or whatever. I know they are pricey, but...
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    Lift choice dilemma

    I have an 08 Dodge 2500 MegaCab that I use with my Bendpak HD9XW with no problem. Now I do fold one mirror in when I drive on, and the tires are at the max width of the lift, but not over the runways. I also chose this lift because it does have an adjustable runway, air lock release and the...
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    What 4 post lift for the money?

    glentre said it best, so pick the lift that fits your needs. Every lift has its pros - cons. Take a 9k lift, not all are the same outside width, drive through clearance, etc. I picked the Bendpak HD9XW as I wanted to make sure I could lift my 08 MegaCab as well as other vehicles, the outside...
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    Parking Travel Trailer Next To Stone Retaining Wall?

    I have my fifth wheel beside a retaining wall I built with a product called Techo-Bloc. It is 4- 41/2 ft high, goes together without cement. You can even offset each row 1 inch back which gives the wall more vertical strength. If you want some pics, let me know and I can dig them up (Ha) and...
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    I hate drywall mud

    Yep, I look at mudding like body work - hate both! Mudding is an art, some guys are just natural at it
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    Bendpak option for rolling bridge jack - help!

    someone else had a similar problem with a jack. I think they sourced another companies rolling jack that worked with the Bendpak. Sorry can't remember the circumstances, it was 2-3 yrs ago. Search this forum, you might find an answer
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    Advantage Lift 4-Post

    Each lift has its own pros/cons. I ended up getting a Bendpak HD9XW because the overall width was a little narrower, but the drive thru post to post was wider. I also liked that one of the runways is adjustable width wise. I actually like the air activated locks. No exposed rods to get bent...
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    Shop air

    Also use the RapidAir 1/2 inch system with 3/8 air hose reels in my garage. No problem at all
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    Looking for a lift

    I also have a Bendpak HD9XW with an RJ45 rolling jack. Its 3yrs old now, should have got one 10 yrs ago! Doubles as a working lift and then I use it to store my summer toy in the winter months. Turns my 2 car into a 3 car garage. The 2 vs 4 post lift debate will never end. Get the lift that best...
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    1/2" copper for air lines

    I found this chart which will help you out. I used Type L with 95-5 solder
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    Copper or Plastic for air system piping?

    Yes, I have 3 ball valves, one at the bottom of each U and then the air runs in to that blue filter dryer with decissant (I think That’s how it’s spelled!)
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    Copper or Plastic for air system piping?

    I used a combination of copper for an air dryer system with Rapid air for the rest. The Rapid Air is hard to beat!
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    Challenger CL4P9S vs Bendpak HD-9

    Have had an HD9XW for 2 1/2 years now with the RJ45 Rolling jack. Have had zero problems, lifts everything up to my Dodge MegaCab. Some people don't like the air release locks but I like them. My neighbour bought an Atlas and has had problems with the release rod mechanism, wishes he had got the...
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    Another 2 post vs 4 post lift question...

    I also have an HD9XW with the RJ45. I used to have an old 20 gal, 2HP compressor and it worked fine. Lifted my 08 Megacab 2500 with no problem. I picked the BP over other lifts as it was a little narrower, but still able to handle what I wanted. The air release locks work great over the rod...
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    24' x 24' Two Post Lift

    My garage is basically the same size as yours. Debated the 2 post lift placement but then decided a 4 post would work out better. With the castor kit I can roll it where I want it, move it totally to one side and leave a car on it and still be able to drive underneath for storage and still have...
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    Four 4 post lift (again) — been searching here for an hour — Auto Lift?

    I got a Bendpak HD9XW two years ago with RJ45 rolling jack, castors and drip trays, which were all extra cost. Great lift, would recommend it to anyone. I chose the Bendpak because of the air locks, adjustable runway and mainly as garagelogician mentioned that the Bendpak has a slightly smaller...
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    Bendpak HD 7W - Thumbs up!

    I ordered a HD9XW with an RJ45 2yrs ago. Should have done it 10 yrs ago! Very happy with it and have had no problems. Buddy down the street got an Atlas lift before I got mine, now he wishes he got the Bendpak. Hope all is going well in Houston
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    Shop Air

    I also used the RapidAir 1/2 inch kit with 3 drops. One from the ceiling connected to my lift to run the air locks and the rolling air jack, 2nd halfway down the wall connected to a filter/regulated then a 3/8 reel, 3rd - straight off the compressor with 1/2 inch hose to use for filling tires or...
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