Car Lifts & Garage Equipment

Two-post, four-post and scissor lifts, QuickJack systems, tire changers and wheel balancers for home garages and professional workshops.

How to choose a car lift

The right lift depends less on the brand than on your building. Before you compare models, measure your ceiling, check your concrete and confirm your power supply: those three numbers rule out half the options straight away.

1

Ceiling height

Clear-floor two-post lifts usually need around 12 ft of clear height; base-plate models can work with about 10 ft. Measure to the lowest obstruction (lights, door tracks, ducting), not to the roof.

2

Capacity

Size for the heaviest vehicle you will ever lift. 9,000 lb covers most cars and SUVs, 10,000–12,000 lb suits full-size pickups and vans, and 14,000 lb and up is for fleet and dual-rear-wheel trucks.

3

Concrete

Two-post lifts typically require at least 4 in of cured 3,000 psi concrete with no crack or joint under the base plates. Check the manufacturer's manual for your model.

4

Type of lift

Two-post lifts give the best wheel and underbody access, four-post lifts suit storage and oil changes, and scissor or portable lifts (QuickJack, MaxJax) fit low garages where a full lift will not.

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Questions & answers

Symmetric or asymmetric two-post lift?

Asymmetric columns set the vehicle further back so the doors open between the posts, which suits cars in a tight bay. Symmetric columns center the load and suit trucks and long vehicles.

Can I install a car lift myself?

Many owners do, with a helper and an engine hoist or forklift to stand the columns. You still need an electrician for the dedicated circuit, and you must follow the anchoring instructions in the manual exactly.

How is a car lift delivered?

Lifts ship by freight on a pallet, delivered curbside. The carrier calls to book the appointment, and you need a way to move a 1,000–2,000 lb crate into the garage.

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