Feedback requested on scissor lifts...

[MPOWERD]

I am looking to pickup a scissor lift to use in my rental garage until my new one is built. I do not have enough height or width to invest in a 4 post lift until I am in the new garage...

I need it for basic servicing of my cars. My M3 is still to low when on ramps for me to work under it.

So... I am requesting information on the various scissor lifts out there.

All constructive input welcomed...

 

[mrholmquist]

I have a scissor lift bought off cl for 300. It works well had to do a few repairs but it is not the beat all end all. Lifts about 2 1/2 feet work on a stool for brakes etc. My son curses it as his lowered car does not have the ground clearance to drive over it. Still uses it but has to lay two by sixes on either side to get the car to clear. access under the center of the car is of course limited , exhaust , pkb cables , rwd trans work all challenging. Same goes for rolling a creeper around under the car. Better than nothing but not great in all situations . I don't have the ceiling height to install a conventional lift but if I had the money I would have bought this thing instead.

http://www.maxjaxusa.com/

These things lift 4 feet and completely clear under the car.They are advertised as portable as well. They say you can work comfortable under any area of the car on a rolling stool. Maybe there are some used ones to be had?
I however did read something about a safety recall involving some incomplete welds on certain units or something like that so a little research would be in order

 

[Coopduc]

I have this one, I imported from China. It would not be appropriate for a rental garage, since it is installed in the floor, but I can vouch for the company as producing a good product and being legit. They also have portable models you may consider.
http://www.dy-autoequip.com/html/2014/carlifts_0724/34.html

 

[Matt M PA]

I have one from Greg Smith, TD6MR, I think. Friends with a body shop and I bought them at the same time. After seeing mine, my BIL bought one and he recently commented how much he likes his.

Except for breaking off a grease fitting (that I easily replaced) it's been very good. I'm only a home user, but I'm well pleased. I particularly like it for detailing so I can work on the sides without crawling around on the floor.

 

[MPOWERD]

Thanks for the info guys... After reading I think I might need to expand my choices before making a decision.

 

[zkling]

The twin pad style is the way to go especially for powered rear wheel vehicles.