In-ground Lift.

[Rick B.]

I'm looking for an in the ground pneumatic ram lift. These were used in motorcycle shops before table lifts became the rage. Anybody here got one laying around or know where I can find one?? Any help wioll be appreciated.

 

[waltmcq]

Check Craigslist. I'd check around for a company that does the work on gas stations, the ones that replace the tanks. They also tear them down.

 

[goodfellow]

If it truely is an "in-ground" ram and reservoir, then it's probably not worth it! The EPA regulations associated with installing an old hydraulic lift are lengthy. Plus I seriously doubt any local jurisdiction will allow you to install it -- unless you live in the country. Also, you'll spend almost (if not more) making an old lift EPA compliant vs. just purchasing a new sealed inground hydraulic unit or modern above ground electric/hydraulic.

One option is the new portable garage lift that BendPak is coming out with. It has a specialized motorcycle lift attachment and looks very promising.

http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=24033&highlight=Ultimate+garage+lift

 

[RogerM]

I think Rotory did make one but I don't see them any more on their web site.

I though about installing one and the only one I could fine was this.

http://www.thecarlsoncompany.com/bestwaylifts/bestwayingroundlifts.htm

Roger