Lift Group Buy

[Defyant]

Hey there,

Several members over at mercurymarauder.net are interested in a lift group buy. The idea is still being formed (what kind of lift exactly, what dealer...etc), but I thought I post up over here for some of your suggestions. I searched around this forum and found many pages on the topic of lifts, but nothing specific to a group buy.

Has this been done here already? Anyone here interested?

For more details, here is the tread at the Marauder site:
http://www.mercurymarauder.net/forums/showthread.php?t=31389

Thanks.

 

[Retlaw 66]

I could sure use one.....please keep us posted!

 

[carguy123]

I could sure use one.....please keep us posted!

Check with Worth Equipment lifts. I have been talking to them and they would probably be receptive to a group buy.

They seem to be very heavy duty and reasonably priced.

http://www.worthequipment.com/2postlifts.htm
http://www.worthequipment.com/4postlifts.htm

 

[6567GTO]

A year too soon for me. I definately will get into a group buy then.
Good luck.

 

[red vette mike]

Hey there,

Several members over at mercurymarauder.net are interested in a lift group buy. The idea is still being formed (what kind of lift exactly, what dealer...etc), but I thought I post up over here for some of your suggestions. I searched around this forum and found many pages on the topic of lifts, but nothing specific to a group buy.

Has this been done here already? Anyone here interested?

For more details, here is the tread at the Marauder site:
http://www.mercurymarauder.net/forums/showthread.php?t=31389

Thanks.

My good friend was previously head of marketing for Rotary Lifts. He got me a real deal on a lift. He was responsible for putting Rotary in many Wal Mart stores and Ford Motor Co. He is retired now. I am sure that he could approch Rotary if there was enough interest. Advise.
Mike

 

[chaingang]

I would be very interested but I would probably be looking at a 4 post. Keep us informed.

 

[Bolt11]

I would be interested, 2 post, 12 to 15 K unit.

 

[red vette mike]

Tom Phillips is my friend that worked for Rotary Lift (a division of Dover Elevator). He has emailed his contacts at Rotary re this Garage Journal thread. He feels Rotary will be interested if there is enough interest here. Rotary lifts are the biggest selling brand in the World. They are made in Indiana and they sell 40000+ lifts a year. I have one and can vouch for the quality and safety.
If any of you GJ folks have any interest in a group buy, respond to this thread ASAP.
Mike Martin
Madison, Ms.

 

[bmwpower]

Dang it, you guys. I just had one installed in the spring....NOW you tell me.

 

[mike944]

Damn, I wish i could get in on this. Don't think i can install one in my condo. Have no place to store it until i get a house (who knows when that'll be.....)

 

[TNToy]

I've used 2 posts, scissor lifts, in-ground drive-on units, etc, etc... all day long at work.

Personally, unless you plan on swapping engines and transmissions all day long in 1-ton diesel trucks... I'd recommend an asymmetrical 2-poster. My current bay at work has got one in it, and it's my favorite lift so far.

The Challenger and Rotary 2-posts with a 9K capacity are great units. I think I might actually prefer the Challenger.

I would be interested, 2 post, 12 to 15 K unit.

What the heck are you planning to work on? Heavy equipment? I've had F150s, a diesel '99 Excursion, and a few other long- heavy vehicles on aysmmetrical lifts at work, and none of them are rated above 9K. I'd rather have a 9K rotary than a 15K Bob's-Lift made who knows where. They've handled it juuuuust fine.

 

[Aahz]

I'll work some special prices for ya'all on Rotary products. Check out the Rotary web site at www.rotarylifts.com or our site at www.standardus.com and let me know which products you are interested in.

(Don't expect tooo much....there isn't much margin in the pricing as it is...but I'll do what I can....)

 

[sharpshooter]

http://www.pantherlifts.com/9K_two_post_clear_floor.html


that one is half the price of the rotary lifts whats the deal???? Im sure like on everything you have to compare apples to apples but how could this company cut almost half the cost down, surely these models would still be safe right?? they cant comprimise safety to make money can they ??????

 

[OldCarGuy]

http://www.pantherlifts.com/9K_two_post_clear_floor.html


that one is half the price of the rotary lifts whats the deal???? Im sure like on everything you have to compare apples to apples but how could this company cut almost half the cost down, surely these models would still be safe right?? they cant comprimise safety to make money can they ??????

If the price is too good to believe,,, then you had better take a closer look…

Read up on some other threads about lifts,,,

http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=5546

http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=4080&page=3


A sign that is displayed at an old local hardware store…

If you want nice clean, fresh oats, you must pay a fair price.

However, if you can be satisfied with oats that have already
been through the horse,,, that comes a little cheaper.

 

[SKINNER]

I would be interested, and Rotary would be awesome.

 

[mb190sl]

Rotary has a nice one, http://www.standardus.com/cgi-bin/standard/R-SPOA7LC.html# , that would fit nicely and look great in my 10' high garage.

 

[Defyant]

Thanks for the info guys, keep it coming.

 

[fastblackmerc]

I'm interesed in this one: R-SPOA10. Ready to buy.

 

[PAToyota]

Been looking at a R-SPOA7LC

 

[JMURiz]

I've been looking at the Rotary Revolution line of home-use 4-post lifts. If I got a good deal I might buy it sooner than I had planned.

 

[chaingang]

Would the lifts all have to be the same one to get into the group buy? I would like a 4 post but the chance to save some money might sway my decision. See if we could have several choices lumped together for GJ members.

 

[bmwpower]

Damn, I wish i could get in on this. Don't think i can install one in my condo. Have no place to store it until i get a house (who knows when that'll be.....)

Buy now and save it for later. Prices go up every year due to steel.

 

[red vette mike]

The Rotary marketing folks are at the SEMA show this week. It might be early next week before Tom gets to talk to them.
Mike

 

[DynoDave]

A group buy is an interesting notion. I'm planning on purchasing a lift in the next 6 months. I sort have one picked out, but I'd be willing to consider another brand (Rotary/Eagle) if a good deal could be made. I've looked at Rotary's Revolution line at a local store. It's a nice lift, but I've had a hard time justifying the extra expense. I guess I'll watch this post for more details on a group buy.

 

[Bolt11]

What the heck are you planning to work on? Heavy equipment? I've had F150s, a diesel '99 Excursion, and a few other long- heavy vehicles on aysmmetrical lifts at work, and none of them are rated above 9K. I'd rather have a 9K rotary than a 15K Bob's-Lift made who knows where. They've handled it juuuuust fine.

Well I work on F250/350 powerstrokes, have F350 2WD with a 460 that allready weighs in at 11,000 lbs right now, the truck has all my service equipment on it. Engine drive welder and compressor, oxy acetylene setup, argon sheilding gas, ladders, parts, hardware, plumbing supplies, chains and rigging materials, and then all the hand tools, sockets, pipe wrenches and things of that nature. The truck is only going to get heavier, and if I ever switch to either a 4WD and or a diesel, it will weigh a whole lot more.

It is not uncommon for a pickup, with a diesel, to weigh close to 8,000 lbs as its going down the road.

 

[BEECHFRONT]

i would be interested in a rotary revolution if this happens real soon and the price is right, i have already priced one installed local in nj just waiting to pull the trigger

 

[bmwpower]

Curious how this would work...

So the lifts are ordered... who does the install, if needed? Do you somehow get a local company to install the lift that gets drop-shipped from the lift company?

 

[TNToy]

Gotcha, Bolt. I've had two F-350's and a 1-ton dodge in the air on a 9 or 10K lift before. I'd definintely want a bigger lift to routinely service those... and they were unloaded.

 

[red vette mike]

Curious how this would work...

So the lifts are ordered... who does the install, if needed? Do you somehow get a local company to install the lift that gets drop-shipped from the lift company?

This deal is likely to not come off. It sounds good but I have been thinking about it. The Rotary guys are at SEMA so we should hear back from them next week (if we hear at all). They are likely to say that all sales should go through local Rotary dealers. A group purchase is going to cut the local Rotary dealers out and that will make them unhappy. The installation is another issue. If the regular dealer has been cut out due to a group purchase he is not going to be interested in doing the installation. This deal has a lot going against it. We will see what their response is.

 

[nzzytb]

Tom Phillips is my friend that worked for Rotary Lift (a division of Dover Elevator). He has emailed his contacts at Rotary re this Garage Journal thread. He feels Rotary will be interested if there is enough interest here. Rotary lifts are the biggest selling brand in the World. They are made in Indiana and they sell 40000+ lifts a year. I have one and can vouch for the quality and safety.
If any of you GJ folks have any interest in a group buy, respond to this thread ASAP.
Mike Martin
Madison, Ms.

I would be interested in a group buy on the Rotary lifts.

 

[Aahz]

Red Vette...you have a point....Rotary will probably not sell you direct for a group buy..(except the Revolution)...but here is what I am willing to do (as a Rotary distributor).

Rotary SPOA10 or SPO10 (SPOA10 is Asymmetric, SPO10 is symmetric---$2995.00 delivered to your door*. Extended height (increases overall height by 1' or 2' and extends rise to 81") Add $213.50 (1') or $345.00 (2').

Rotary SPO12 (12,000 lbs. symmetric)---$5399.00 delivered to your door*. Extended heights (1' or 2') ---Add $249.00 / $408.00 respectively.

Rotary SPO15 (15,000 lbs. symmetric)---$9,580.00 delivered to your door*.

Revolution RFP7P000 (63" rise, 136" max wheelbase, 7,000 lbs. capacity, 4 Post Residential Lift)---$3,284.00 delivered to your door*.

Revolution RFP7P001 (76" rise, 162" max wheelbase, 7,000 lbs. capacity, 4 Post Residential Lift)--- $3,559.00 delivered to your door*.

* Price includes freight to your choice of facility in continental U.S. The customer (you) is responsible for offloading the truck when it arrives. Delivery trucks do not have tailgate lifts, so you must have a forklift or other means of offloading the freight. If you do not have access to a forklift, we recommend that you pick the freight up at the local freight terminal with a car trailer. The trucking company will load the lift on your trailer with their forklift. You can also pick up at our warehouse in Hanover Park, IL if you so desire. (We have limited numbers of SPOA10's in stock now).

If you would like the lift installed by an RAI, we will be happy to recommend a local installer for you after the purchase. If an RAI is utilized, the product will be drop shipped to their location and they will be responsible for offloading and delivering the lift to you as part of the installation process. Installation expenses must be paid directly to the RAI.

Due to Rotary Lift having corporate offices in many parts of the country, they are required to collect local sales taxes when drop shipping to the following states. If you reside in OH, MO, IN, TN, MI, PA, NY, FL, TX, KS, CO, and or CA, we will charge you your local sales tax rate based on our cost (not the price you are buying at). Illinois residents will be required to pay 7% sales tax.

All payments must accompany the order when it is placed. AMEX, VISA, M/C accepted...no personal checks, but money order or cashier's check is OK. Orders may be placed by calling 1-888-350-7500 Ext. 103 (that's me, Frank).

Lead times to ship the lifts are as follows: SPO/A10 / SPO12---10 working days, SPO15---15 working days, Revolution Lift ----25 working days.

If you have any questions.... please feel free to give me a call.

 

[Winmon]

Rotary SPOA10 or SPO10 (SPOA10 is Asymmetric, SPO10 is symmetric---$2995.00 delivered to your door*. Extended height (increases overall height by 1' or 2' and extends rise to 81") Add $213.50 (1') or $345.00 (2').

Wow Frank, that is a GREAT price!! I just paid $3600 for my SPO10 (a little more then $4000 with install/tax).

 

[BEECHFRONT]

Aahz

what does it typically cost to install the revolution 4 post?

 

[Aahz]

It's difficult to say exactly what each RAI charges...it depends on the area of the country and how busy they are. I'll be happy to get you quotes on install prices prior to order. There are some issues that can affect the install price....concrete thickness, level of floor (shims up to 1/4" are supplied by Rotary, more than that is usually an extra charge), ceiling height and last but not least....asking the installer to move it to a different location after he has started the installation. (My personal pet peeve).

 

[bmwpower]

Aahz,
I see no mention of quantity needed to qualify for the group buy. Just want to confirm this offer is good for any quantity.

 

[Iron-Iceberg]

Aahz what 2 post lift would you recomend for me. I have a 00 Chevy 1 ton four door dullie That is lowered. It is long and heavy. What is the minimum size lift I could use. Would a 10,000 lift be enough? I mostly work on cars but I would like to use the lift to make oil changes easyer.

 

[bmwpower]

There are some issues that can affect the install price....concrete thickness, level of floor (shims up to 1/4" are supplied by Rotary, more than that is usually an extra charge), ... (My personal pet peeve).

Yea, I asked my installer for the remaining shims that came in the pack. I suggest everyone else do the same, in case you end up moving it to another location someday.

 

[DynoDave]

It's difficult to say exactly what each RAI charges...it depends on the area of the country and how busy they are. I'll be happy to get you quotes on install prices prior to order. There are some issues that can affect the install price....concrete thickness, level of floor (shims up to 1/4" are supplied by Rotary, more than that is usually an extra charge), ceiling height and last but not least....asking the installer to move it to a different location after he has started the installation. (My personal pet peeve).

I've wondered about the location of the lift myself. I don't think I'll know EXACTLY where I want the lift to sit until it's assemled in the garage. Maybe not until I have some vehicles in place on it. Will installers assemble the lift one trip, and then come back to fasten it to the floor a few days later? Or would having to make a second trip back piss them off more than being asked to move the lift after install has begun?

 

[Aahz]

Aahz,
I see no mention of quantity needed to qualify for the group buy. Just want to confirm this offer is good for any quantity.

I'll be happy to honor these prices for the month of November....No minimum quantity required.

 

[Aahz]

I've wondered about the location of the lift myself. I don't think I'll know EXACTLY where I want the lift to sit until it's assemled in the garage. Maybe not until I have some vehicles in place on it. Will installers assemble the lift one trip, and then come back to fasten it to the floor a few days later? Or would having to make a second trip back piss them off more than being asked to move the lift after install has begun?

I'm sure that if you ask them to come back out, they will charge for a 2nd trip....Keep in mind that these things are HEAVY...we try to get the columns up within a few inches of where you want it on the first try. Every time a column has to come down and go back up there is the potential for injury, not to mention the additional time. Most installers will lay it out on the floor in chalk lines to show you where they recommend you place it or show you what it will look like before they raise the columns.