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Originally Posted by wfbarto
Tell us more about the lifts. I see that the twin post lifts are "Rotary Lifts" ...what make are the 4 post lifts...are they "Backyard Buddy"? Seeing that you are keeping up the cars for the owner, tell us the plus and minus of using the 2 post versus 4 post lift. Also how well do you like the Rotary Lifts and the 4 post lifts in terms of quality and features that they have? Thanks!
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The 4 post lifts are from Superlifts (so so cust service). They are generic Chinese manufactured lifts that alot of companies are selling & putting their name on (you get what you pay for). If Rob & I did it all over again he would have spent the extra money on the Backyard buddy lift which is much safer & more stable, super high quality. FYI the 4 post lifts were primarily bought for storage only. The 4 post being a drive on has its pro's & cons. If you are over 5 1/2 feet tall you should work with a hard hat. The jack trays are bulky & heavy & hard to use at the front of the car, the rear is fine. There are solid deck available but not good if you work on your car. There are aluminum panels that are not weight bearing & also just plastic drip trays that fit between the platforms.
The Rotary twin post lift's are the standard of the industry. Go into a dealer or independent shop & ask anyone most people will tell you they are the best. The advantage is it is totally clear under the car, tires & suspension hanging for ease of service. Not good for storage, you should allways have the suspension sitting at ride height when stored for long periods. If not you can damage bushings & shock seals among other things when the suspension is at full extended travel. You can still park a car under it but no provisions for a drip pan, you would have to put somthing on the car underneath.
I personally have 3 twin post lifts (not rotary, purchased with my business) & 1 in ground X lift at my shop, no drive on at all, remember these are in a auto repair shop & used on a daily basis for general service & repairs.
I hope this helps everybody