BendPak RJ45 One or Two?

[soj]

I have decided on a BendPac HD-9XW four post lift. I am definitely getting one RJ45 rolling jack to go with it. I searched on here for anyone who might have two, found a few, but no one really commented on how well they like having two, or any downsides to having two.

I guess my only concern is, will the extra jack be in the way when not being used? Are there any other concerns I haven't thought of. I know, the price of two, but I have decided to spend the money if there are no major downsides.

I am thinking if I am working under the car in the middle (wheels on the ramps) I will just push the jacks to each end of the ramps... or if working at either end, just push the jacks to the opposite end. Of course if I am using the jacks, I will be most likely be working outside the ramps on brakes, suspension, etc.

So... any one with two of these jacks on one lift... or any one with one jack that wishes they had two?

Any input greatly appreciated.

 

[dave89iroc]

U always liked having 2 rolling jacks on 4 post lifts, yes, they may get in the way, but they do roll, roll them to the other end of the deck if they are in the way

 

[WhiffySpark]

2 without a doubt. They won't sag a chassis

 

[soj]

Sure, two will work. For me, that seems like too much hardware in the way, snagging low hanging chassis parts as cars go on/off lift. But I can see that two will work. On the other hand, how often are you lifting all four wheels at the same time? If the answer to that question is 'a lot', then two might be best.

I've been doing plenty of brake jobs and other chassis work, and have never yet seen the need for all four wheels lifted at the same time....... and if/when that need does arise, then I have a viable option with the tray and a small floor jack or bottle jack.

Anyway, the beauty of this situation is - we can each do what we want....

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I always rotate tires when I change oil. Is there a trick way to do that with only one end of the vehicle up?

I like your last statement, and that is what I intend to do, just with some guidance from helpful GJ members... like yourself.

Thanks for the feedback, I am marking you down in the "one jack" column.
-jp

 

[sublimate]

Two for me, without a doubt.

I got a lift so I wouldn't have to muck with jacks and jack stands.

Lifting half the car with with an RJ45, then trying to position the jack tray so the jack stands are out of the way so you can move the RJ45 to the back is a PITA, IMHO.
Means you have to have 2 different lifting/support points that are far enough apart, which isn't easy on some cars. And sometimes the jackstands end up in a awkward place because there was no other good place to put the RJ45.

 

[soj]

Two for me, without a doubt.

I got a lift so I wouldn't have to muck with jacks and jack stands.

Lifting half the car with with an RJ45, then trying to position the jack tray so the jack stands are out of the way so you can move the RJ45 to the back is a PITA, IMHO.
Means you have to have 2 different lifting/support points that are far enough apart, which isn't easy on some cars. And sometimes the jackstands end up in a awkward place because there was no other good place to put the RJ45.

You read my mind.

As you say, the point of getting a lift is to make my life easier.

I had not thought of having only one pair of lifting points on each end of the vehicle. I was thinking that with only one jack, I would jack it up, transfer to jack stands, then jack the other end. As you suggest, there may be nowhere to put the jack stands because the jack is in the way. Thanks a bunch for that input.
-jp

 

[soj]

Vote count:

Chevy-SS 1

dave89iroc 2

WhiffySpark 2

sublimate 2

soj 2
soj 2

(yes, I get two votes, it is my thread, my lift, and my money!

5 to 1 in favor of two jacks. It seems excessive, but unless someone can give me real world experience that they are really in the way when not being used, I just may get two.
-jp

 

[c39er]

I have two RJ7 jacks on my extra long 20' BP lift. Use both all the time and are not in the way.

 

[Autorotica]

I have 2 rolling jacks and a jack tray with my Atlas.

Chris

 

[3798j]

Glad I have two...and every tire rotation you will too. Also, I don't find the second is in the way when not in use.

 

[royslead]

I don't have a four post lift at home, but used one extensively at work for a while; and in no way, would have been happy with just one jack. Two is the way to go...

 

[Merbesfield]

I'm not sure why you would even bother buying a four post without having two jacks? Doesn't make any sense to me.

 

[holdover]

two for sure on a 4 post, but for the price and IF you have the room the price of the two jacks would get you a two post, then you have the best of both worlds. just my opinion

 

[jfitz]

I bought an HD9XW this past June. Debated on the 2nd RJ45 as it is a lot of money. I did get the sliding bridge jack and use it with 2- 5Ton flat bottom axle stands. For now it work great. Maybe I'll get lazier and spring for the 2nd RJ45!!

 

[600SL]

I have one and would not want another because it would be in the way. But if I had a long ramp version of the HD9 then I might consider two.

 

[soj]

I had forgotten about this thread until these two posts brought it back to life.

Update: I got two RJ45s with my lift. Also got the airline kit and two RJ45 adapter sets. So glad I did. Tire rotation is so easy, esp. compared to what I was doing: two floor jacks and stands. Neither jack is in the way when not in use. I just push them to an area where I am not working.

I purchased mine from M & J Dist. (Mystic195 on GJ) Best price and great service.
jp

 

[JettaGetUpandGo]

I came in here expecting a network controlled jack for the lift and was disappointed. Darn you BendPak for your choice in naming items.

 

[soj]

I came in here expecting a network controlled jack for the lift and was disappointed. Darn you BendPak for your choice in naming items.

You will really be upset when they introduce their USB model. (Undercar Support Balloon)


(yea, I know somebody already makes em)

 

[Chris05gto]

I am a little late but I have 2 on my HD-9.

 

[soj]

I have used my two jacks several times to rotate tires, but this is the first time using them for other maintenance. 4 wheel brake job.

I built a storage rack for my jack stands, with room under it for the floor jacks. I hope they never move from their new home. May they "rest" in peace. I know there may be a need for floor jacks and stands in my future, but as long as I have a lift, they will be a last resort.
jp

 

[davo727]

Are these 4 post lifts better than a 2 post for truck work? or do the rails on the 4 posters get in the way if your trying to replace front suspension A arms and that kind of thing?? Im talking just interfering with where your arms and body needs to be to do the work?

Thanks

 

[excavator]

I have 1 RJ45 and I modded a heavy hitch receiver to become a sliding jack plate

 

[Davi]

From working in a garage, all be it for a short period of time, and borrowing 4 post lifts in various garages my mate has worked at I'd definately go for 2

 

[soj]

I have 1 RJ45 and I modded a heavy hitch receiver to become a sliding jack plate

That looks pretty heavy duty. I am guessing you just recycled a receiver hitch as a source for the metal, and the receiver tube serves no purpose?
jp

 

[soj]

Are these 4 post lifts better than a 2 post for truck work? or do the rails on the 4 posters get in the way if your trying to replace front suspension A arms and that kind of thing?? Im talking just interfering with where your arms and body needs to be to do the work?

Thanks

I can't really speak from experience on that particular type of work, but I imagine you are right, to some extent. Obviously a two post would leave the work area more open for any suspension work. If I were to attempt it on the 4 post I would jack from the frame, just behind the front wheels.
jp

 

[excavator]

That looks pretty heavy duty. I am guessing you just recycled a receiver hitch as a source for the metal, and the receiver tube serves no purpose?
jp

Yes I cut and welded to fit slides. The tube is left there for strength

That looks pretty heavy duty. I am guessing you just recycled a receiver hitch as a source for the metal, and the receiver tube serves no purpose?
jp

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