MaxJax M6K Reinstallation (BendPak 2021 Model)

tunerwithkids · Apr 25, 2022

I just installed a MaxJax M6K I got used on FB Marketplace. I got lucky and found a guy who moved and had only bought it 6 months before. It still had warranty because I had to get some new fittings (Both old female quickconnect springs popped out).

I had to gather all new hardware, I used real Wej-It PD58 (5/8-11) vs. the generic metric copies BendPak sends now. Originally ordered 2-inch Grade 5 bolts (same as 8.8 metric OE ones) with flat and locking washers. But due to my anchors setting lower than expected, I got new 2-1/2" Grade 8 (10.9 metric) bolts.
Anchors: https://www.amazon.com/Wej-PD58-Internally-Threaded-Diameter/dp/B002KI9AJM
Grade 8 (10.9) Bolts: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003PKCP4G
Washers: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B074ZMZN3K
Lock Washer: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000BQWXS0

The old owner used Teflon instead of liquid Loctite, MaxJax instructions specify only liquid, no Teflon. All the fittings were leaking when I got this and Teflon was all flaking off.
Loctite 545 Sealer: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003XZB54O

My garage was 4-1/2 inch (drilled thru to dirt) on center side and at least 6-inch (didn't drill all the way) near the edge on the outer wall side. In Central FL, the monolithic slabs for concrete block homes all have thick edges to support the walls.

7/8 SDS Drill Bit: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B096NMW8BN
SDS Hammer Drill : https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07QW55TPV

I was worried about the Wej-It PD anchors after reading all the horror stories here, so I took some bad advice and tapped the anchors more than 5/8". I was closer to 1-inch and all my anchors grabbed well below the surface. I tried all I could to turn and pull them, but they grabbed and aren't going anywhere between 1/4" and 1/2" below surface. So if you holes are drilled tight and concrete is good, DO NOT tap more than 5/8-inch below surface. The anchor will grab and pull correctly at that depth. Going deeper will only set it deeper after the pull. All bolts torqued to 90 ft-lbs easily, checked them all again after letting car sit on lift overnight.
24mm Wrench: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01J1KOQ7W
4-lbs Hammer: https://www.amazon.com/CRAFTSMAN-Demolition-Fiberglass-4-Pound-CMHT54163/dp/B07SFC1DGS

My full DIY video is posted on YouTube.

tunerwithkids · Apr 26, 2022

Another lesson learned was that the column blocks that hold the life mechanism is offset, so you have to make sure orientation is correct when reinstalling the cylinder and lift mechanism. I made mistake and was wondering why one side was about 1/2-lower than other side (lift arms didn't swing freely at rest).

I installed the power unit on the wall since this is basically a permanent install. Its not going anywhere else in my garage.

Final results...the lift height is spec'd at 47.5-inches. My actual measurement was closer to 46-inch. They advertise the floor to top of the pad as the "lift height". I have 2-inch extensions for taller vehicles like the van.

mepstein · Apr 26, 2022

Thanks for the info. Garage looks great.

Jagmandave · Apr 26, 2022

congrats on the lift purchase and install, my buddy can't live without his now!

What are we seeing in the reflection on the front of your car?

240sxguy · Apr 26, 2022

I have one too, and keep forgetting about it. I need to get power out to my detached shop and get it installed. Hopefully sooner than later. I've had it since middle of last summer.

tunerwithkids · Apr 27, 2022

Jagmandave said:
congrats on the lift purchase and install, my buddy can't live without his now!

What are we seeing in the reflection on the front of your car?

Probably outside with garage opened or junk/transmission on the ground.??

tunerwithkids · Apr 27, 2022

I just converted the lift to 240V from the 120V OEM since I have 240V power next the power unit and wanted the motor to move a little faster on 240V. Its a simple swapping of the 120V contactor to a 240V version and wiring.
The motor is dual voltage already.

OEM TMC-18 contactor