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Looking for Car Hoist

Started by robertd, 20 March 2015, 10:33 PM

robertd


Having now moved from the previous property and shed, I am now in the market for a new 2 post car hoist for the new property.
I have looked at a few different brands, just wondering if anyone has any recommendations before I order one.

some of the brand names are Tuff Lift, Benpack, Hanmecson, Peak and the last remaining Australian made one "Molnar" currently manufactured in Adelaide.

any feedback would be appreciated.

cheers

Robert

116   1978 450SEL 6.9 #  4848
116   1979 450SEL  6.9 # 5884
116   1979 450SEL  6.9 # 6225  SOLD
116   1978 450SEL  6.9 # 5128  SOLD
116   1979 450SEL  6.9 # 5884  SOLD
116   1974 450SEL  DJet

nathan

RD, you have far more experience than I, so what are the pros and cons of 4 vs 2 post hoists?
1979 116 6.9 #6436
2018 213 e63
2011 212 e63
2011 463 g55
2007 211 e500 wagen
1995 124 e320 cabriolet
1983 460 300gd
1981 123 280te

oversize

I'd try Radum or Hare and Forbes.....  Compare quality vs price.  Both types of hoists have their merits, but a clear floor 2 poster is the most practical for general mechanical repairs
1979 6.9 #5541 (Red Bull)
1978 6.9 #4248 (Skye)
1979 6.9 #3686 (Moby Dick)
1978 6.9 #1776 (Dora)
1977 450SEL #7010 white -P
1975 450SEL #8414 gold -P