The Ultimate Garage Lift

JSK · Oct 23, 2008

To all,

Many on this board know of me and are probably aware that I've been a stranger lately. Been AWOL only because our team have been working feverishly on this new project trying to finalize for the upcoming SEMA / AAPEX show in Las Vegas.

Be prepared to get very excited.

Full production in two months.

Projected street price - $1795.00'ish with FREE SHIPPING.

www.maxjaxusa.com

Jeff Kritzer
SR. VP.
BendPak Inc.

P.S.

Sorry sliced bread.

COBRA5LADDICT · Oct 23, 2008

i like it., a great option for me.

Yoke · Oct 23, 2008

Junkman · Oct 23, 2008

When can I get my evaluation unit so I can tell everyone at GJ how great it is and why I like it??? What is the delivery time, so I can be home when it arrives??? :thumbup:

goodfellow · Oct 23, 2008

Sign me up -- that's exactly what I've been looking for!!!

gsport · Oct 23, 2008

a two post that's not screwed down??? i'm not sure i like that idea, looks like it would be too easy to tip over......

goodfellow · Oct 23, 2008

gsport said:
a two post that's not screwed down??? i'm not sure i like that idea, looks like it would be too easy to tip over......

They are bolted down, but the company has developed a quick disconnect system that allows the bolts to be installed/removed quickly :bounce:

Phatsub · Oct 23, 2008

Me too, but I need to lift my Suburban.

JSK · Oct 23, 2008

Mr. 'Sub,

As long as your Suburban does not weigh over 7,000 pounds and you have 4" of concrete, should not be a problem.

I would guess the curb weight of your truck with fuel to be 6300 pounds?

Jeff

Mr. E · Oct 23, 2008

Wow I think that would even fit in my garage.

Phatsub · Oct 23, 2008

JSK said:
Mr. 'Sub,

As long as your Suburban does not weigh over 7,000 pounds and you have 4" of concrete, should not be a problem.

I would guess the curb weight of your truck with fuel to be 6300 pounds?

Jeff

If this is true, then I might just become a customer. Thanks for the info.

goodfellow · Oct 23, 2008

Well, I guess I better put this on my list to Santa. I think we'd all like to get some more info, but from what I've seen and read so far, this is what will provide the best flexibility for my small 670sf garage.

Are you currently delivering these units, or is this just a pre-announcement?

JSK · Oct 23, 2008

It's a pre-announcement of sorts.

In an hour or so we will be adding a ..."Get on the waiting list" thingy on the home page.

Be sure to click there and sign up to get on the list announcing the arrival and all final purchasing details.

Will be first come first serve so keep an eye out and sign up quickly.

What did you think about the website? Did it answer all your questions?

The unit will be on display at SEMA / AAPEX - Las Vegas in two weeks.

AAPEX - Upstairs / Booth 4664

Jeff

krusty the clown · Oct 23, 2008

my question.........how do you have customer testimonials on a product thats not available yet?

goodfellow · Oct 23, 2008

krusty the clown said:
my question.........how do you have customer testimonials on a product thats not available yet?

That was what I was wondering about as well. All three of the testimonials in the brochure made it sound as if this thing was already on the market.

Maybe it was a test group -- companies often do this to get feedback before a major release.

JSK · Oct 23, 2008

Yea, we tossed a handful around to see if it was really as cool as we thought it would be.

Others were interested parties who were forwarded the info on a hush-hush basis.

One of the guys used to be my ex drill-seargent who ended up being a close friend. He's a Porshe 914 nut.

Took a while to release to the public because we wanted to get the patent and trademark stuff finalized.

We'll be posting some videos on the site soon.

Thanks for the interest.

Jeff

JSK · Oct 23, 2008

Shame on me....

Porsche

Phew!

That was close.

:bowdown:

Jeff

JSK · Oct 23, 2008

jcs_in_ky,

How are your BendPak lifts doing?

I'll be happy to put on my welding goggles and engineer hat and make some cool stuff especially for you at cost like before for your troubles - just to show you that we do stand behind our products.....but please show us some luvin! :beer:

This lift is quite simple so little chance for bugs.

I'll give you a call after Vegas then we can work on your special jack platform. Buried for the next couple of weeks.

Talk to you soon.

Jeff

Gabriel J · Oct 23, 2008

This is what I have been waiting for...awesome!

Junkman · Oct 23, 2008

Are there any plans to make a larger version of this unit? I like the idea, and I am wondering about the power plant for the unit. I did read the website literature, and didn't see any specifications as to if it is battery powered, 110 volt, etc. I might have missed it in my excitement to get one for the empty bay of my garage. :lol_hitti

Thanks Junk...

PS... the new lift is awsome........ I am referring to the one that I just got... :thumbup:

Gabriel J · Oct 23, 2008

It doesn't hurt to buy an American-made product but let's be realistic here, who spends 100% of their money on products made only in the USA? It's not as though Bend-pak is the only company in this country outsourcing to not only save themselves money, but to pass on the savings to it's customers.

When I get this lift installed in my garage you know what it's going to be lifting? my TOYOTA, MITSUBISHI, and SUBARU. If I get the motorcycle attachment, it will also lift my HONDA and SUZUKI.....Oh now I just feel so dirty and un-American.

-Gabe

trackwelder · Oct 23, 2008

What is the lifting height of this lift?

Junkman · Oct 23, 2008

trackwelder said:
Typical runaround after they get your money. I am in the market for a first time lift purchase, not sure if I would spend my cash on this brand.

You need to do more research on the website before you decide. Seems that there are only two people on the website that are unhappy with Bend Pak, and only one of them is an actual Bend Pak owner. The other is a supporter of Greg Smith Equipment. What his agenda with his constant Bend Pak bashing is anyones guess. Both Bend Pak and Greg Smith are reputable companies, and both will serve your needs well. Just don't discount Bend Pak just because of one disgruntled customer, and one who has a hidden agenda / vendetta against Bend Pak. There are lot of happy satisfied Bend Pak customers on this website. Bend Pak is a manufacturer with manufacturing facilities in both the US and China. Greg Smith is a importer of Chinese made lifts, that are a wholly owned subsidiary of the Dover Corporation (Rotary), a US manufacturer of commercial lifts.

Junkman · Oct 23, 2008

trackwelder said:
What is the lifting height of this lift?

45" normal and 48" with the 3" adapter..

Here is a page of specifications... You can use the + at the top of the page to make it larger print...
http://www.maxjaxusa.com/downloads/MaxJax-Flyer.pdf

trackwelder · Oct 23, 2008

Junkman said:
You need to do more research on the website before you decide. Seems that there are only two people on the website that are unhappy with Bend Pak, and only one of them is an actual Bend Pak owner. The other is a supporter of Greg Smith Equipment. What his agenda with his constant Bend Pak bashing is anyones guess. Both Bend Pak and Greg Smith are reputable companies, and both will serve your needs well. Just don't discount Bend Pak just because of one disgruntled customer, and one who has a hidden agenda / vendetta against Bend Pak. There are lot of happy satisfied Bend Pak customers on this website. Bend Pak is a manufacturer with manufacturing facilities in both the US and China. Greg Smith is a importer of Chinese made lifts, that are a wholly owned subsidiary of the Dover Corporation (Rotary), a US manufacturer of commercial lifts.

Well said Junk I Have had a few recent dealings with crappy service recently and just ranting I guess. This lift could replace my midrise lift which is always in the way.

Junkman · Oct 23, 2008

If there has ever been a company that goes beyond normal service to satisfy a customer, it has to be Bend Pak. Based on the experience of the people on this website, they have sent replacement parts to every customer that has ever experienced a problem with a lift, whether it be actual or perceived. I have not heard one other complaint on this website about Bend Pak where they didn't go above and beyond reasonable in attempting to satisfy the customer, no matter what the complaint, or the expense involved. Junk

e-tek · Oct 23, 2008

JimVal - I was wondering how long it would take you to jump in and be an a-hole!!! Didn't take long! :headscrat

Your self-serving BS does nothing but annoy the rest of us. If you have a personal vendetta against BendPak for not flying a "Made in China" flag (the rest of us know where they are made) why not start your own website? At LEAST, start your own thread. Most (all?) US companies producing their product in China choose not to make it a cornerstone of their marketing campaign - or haven't you noticed? :wtf:

Jeff - PLEASE - just ignore him, the rest of us are trying real hard to get rid of him and you encouraging him doesn't help!

Anyways, back to the subject at hand:

Jeff (if you're still reading this thread... and I wouldn't blame you for not)..Looks like a product that would definitley have a large audience. One question though - why not make it full height? Looks like it could do everything the same (store, move, etc), it's just that you could stand under it. I'm sure there's a reason, just wanted to know.
Good to see you're still around & good luck with the new product.

JSK · Oct 23, 2008

E-tek,

Yea, still here. Agreed, the haters can play in their own yard. I'll not throw any more fuel on the fire.

Hydraulic equalization (less mechanical) is difficult, and for full-rise lifts not wise unless designed with potentiometers or other proximity devises for equalization. But then the cost would not warrant the direction.

This lift because it only travels 43" never really gets a chance to get out of level. To help the hydraulic equalization, it uses oversize cylinders for the capacity so the working pressure is low which minimizes the workload on the flow divider. It works great.

Thanks for the kind words. Again.

Hope all is well up north. Getting chilly yet?

Jeff

e-tek · Oct 23, 2008

=trackwelder;307410]Nice to read both sides of the story.

Holy Sh1t - I just read this entire scenario too...It's becoming a wonder to me why you (Jeff) do "that" much for someone so obviously intent on being an unhappy customer? :headscrat

I've been in business myself for 25 years and have learned that, at some point, you have to cut your losses. If jcs couldn't - at the VERY least - be cordial, then why spend so much time and money on him? If I where dealing with these guys, I'd put jcs and jimval in the same boat - and then sink it!

Wouldn't you rather do buisness with sane consumers, or those that aren't trying to get everything for nothing? :wtf:

I would.

Of course, you run your business as you see fit. Your history speaks for itself and there are MANY here that know the positives FAR outweigh any negatives regarding BendPak and yourself. We CAN read between the lines. It's just annoying to have to read anything from 'some' people!

e-tek · Oct 23, 2008

JSK said:
E-tek,

Yea, still here. Agreed, the haters can play in their own yard. I'll not throw any more fuel on the fire.

Hydraulic equalization (less mechanical) is difficult, and for full-rise lifts not wise unless designed with potentiometers or other proximity devises for equalization. But then the cost would not warrant the direction.

This lift because it only travels 43" never really gets a chance to get out of level. To help the hydraulic equalization, it uses oversize cylinders for the capacity so the working pressure is low which minimizes the workload on the flow divider. It works great.

Thanks for the kind words. Again.

Hope all is well up north. Getting chilly yet?

Jeff

Thanks for the reply - I could see using one of these in my front attached garage - it doesn't have the height for a tall lift anyway and it would be much preferable to moving all my cars to get one of our drivers on a lift.

As for the weather - I put all my summer cruisers away 2 weekends ago and it's been nice ever since!! (If you call 6C/44F nice...but at least it's sunny and not snowing!)

JSK · Oct 23, 2008

P.S.

Junkman, E-tek, Ovilla (and any I'm missing),

You are truly over-the-top BendPak supporters. I'm continually humbled by your kind words. I would be happy to allow you to acquire one of these very favorably for a Christmas present.

It's the least we could do.

Love you guys.

Jeff

Yoke · Oct 23, 2008

Jeff I was wondering if you ship these to a distributor in Canada or are they shipped directly from the States? I'm guessing there is probably going to be a bit of a waiting list on these, as from what I've been reading on this website alone there is great interest in the lifts. Any chance you could keep us updated on stock and back orders?

e-tek · Oct 24, 2008

Yoke - In case Jeff is gone for the night, they ship BendPak suff through Babco in Vancouver. I don't know if they will also have this contract, bet they would, but ya never know. That's where my BP came from.

amishman · Oct 24, 2008

I am super excited! This is exactly the size lift I have been searching for.

Now, I will save my pennies to buy me one.

tj

vette-kid · Oct 24, 2008

Junkman said:
Are there any plans to make a larger version of this unit? I like the idea, and I am wondering about the power plant for the unit. I did read the website literature, and didn't see any specifications as to if it is battery powered, 110 volt, etc. I might have missed it in my excitement to get one for the empty bay of my garage. Thanks Junk...

PS... the new lift is awsome........ I am referring to the one that I just got...

I didnt see anyone answer your question about the power, but I found on the website it says either a 15amp 110, or a 25amp 208-230.

JSK, is there any estimate of when these will be available? and pricing for all of the options? I was leaning towards a kwiklift, but now Im on the fence. :headscrat

voetsek · Oct 24, 2008

aaaaaand back to the Thread at hand... :bounce:

Two questions about the lift:

1.) How would one go about accounting for floors that are out of level with this lift? I know on the full size ones, a shimming technique is used, would the lift need to be shimmed when installed? I noted that it was mentioned above that the lift does not go high enough for it to get out of sync in terms of the hydraulics, but I'm scratching my head about having the whole assembly out of true due to the positioning on a floor.

2.) As other BendPak lifts are certified, will this one be also? Or is there even a category to certify it in?

Thanks!

-Richard

goodfellow · Oct 24, 2008

I don't know about the rest of you guys, but if you're like myself and have a small garage, then this pretty much "fits the bill", and is the best option with regard to function and portability.

I've gone back and forth for almost two years researching different models and options from all the reputable manufacturers. From scissor lifts to 4-posts, I looked at all the products and have a box full of brochures, and a hard drive full of information. I've lost count how many times I've measured my garage in order to find an optimal solution.

From what I've gathered from this board and from talking with other owners, PendPak is top-notch as far as service and QC is concerned, so I have absolutely no problem with the fact that some (or all) parts were manufactured in China.

I've been sitting on this fence far too long. The price is right, the company is reputable, the product fits my unique needs -- what's not to like. So I'm very grateful to "JSK" for posting the info.

Consider me a customer --
Thank you !!!

EDIT -- JSK, is there a possibility of getting a Garage Journal volume discount?

bmwpower · Oct 24, 2008

To anyone else who would like to dump on this thread, please think twice.

tatra · Oct 24, 2008

will there be the possibility of a group purchase thru this board or possibly by local clubs?..........

JSK · Oct 24, 2008

tatra,

That's a good idea.

Full production in about two months.

I'll make an initial offer of 20 units max at special GJ pricing for GJ members which will be finalized soon.

Wish I could offer more but the margins on this lift will be low - but hopefully volume will make up for that.

I think it's necessary to stay in the price range slightly above a mid-rise, but less than a full-rise two-post.

And as those "comparable" models in today's market are simply a commodity, there leaves little room for profit.

I will be sure to post another thread regarding this offer at the roll out.

Have a great weekend all.

Jeff

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