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79gmcc15 · 01-19-2010, 07:28 AM

it fits in a 8 foot tall garage! I "hear" it costs about 2 grand. but seems worth it!

http://www.jaylenosgarage.com/video/...ystem/1192362/

rambler · 01-19-2010, 10:39 AM

I know Jay Leno is a car guy, and the lift looks pretty cool, but sounds like a infomerical now.. how much money does this guy need?

also what the heck are the big wheels in the back for? looks like off of a old steam engine?

**old Rusty C10** · 01-19-2010, 12:31 PM

its nice but id want something a little bigger if i had to swing a transmission or do an exhaust... unless i was vertically challenged then it would lift enough to walk under it

fastwillie 696969 · 01-19-2010, 03:14 PM

8 feet high top of the car so i think that about as high that car goes you see jay lowering it down
so the stool seat would be used
i like it better than jack stands and creeper

79gmcc15 · 01-19-2010, 03:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rambler

I know Jay Leno is a car guy, and the lift looks pretty cool, but sounds like a infomerical now.. how much money does this guy need?

also what the heck are the big wheels in the back for? looks like off of a old steam engine?

Yeah iirc it was made in 1908 or was it 1898. Anyway, its on his site, he has it running.

**tnblazerk5** · 01-19-2010, 05:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rambler

I know Jay Leno is a car guy, and the lift looks pretty cool, but sounds like a infomerical now.. how much money does this guy need?

also what the heck are the big wheels in the back for? looks like off of a old steam engine?

i like the lift ! beats workin on the ground and if you had a pit in your shop it would work even better

is this the wheel your talkin bout ?
http://www.jaylenosgarage.com/at-the...-steam-engine/

ERASER5 · 01-19-2010, 07:02 PM

That is not an air compressor. That is a hydrolic power unit. Pretty standard setup for small lifts. We used to have a drive over lift at work. It would lift a car about 3 feet. Just enough for our needs. Same power unit.

dammitmitchell · 01-19-2010, 07:24 PM

what's the max weight hmmmmm

79gmcc15 · 01-19-2010, 07:41 PM

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Originally Posted by dammitmitchell

what's the max weight hmmmmm

She Says 6 K.

cableguy0 · 01-19-2010, 09:18 PM

some of those are air of hydraulic and require an air supply to run the lift. its a good idea but with only an 8 foot ceiling you can only get a truck about 3 feet off the ground anyhow. might as well save the cash and get a good set of jackstands.

79gmcc15 · 01-19-2010, 09:41 PM

I like it cause if you ever get a real garage, you can take it there and have plenty of room. I don't know, 3 feet is just enough room to work on things. not to mention, you can use it to take apart the truck, cab and such.

Sillyoldman · 01-19-2010, 09:44 PM

I checked it out after you told me about it friday. A couple things that got my attention were as follows. Most applications would require a retrofit concrete bolt anchor. There are some pretty neat anchors for cured drilled concrete, but none I'd trust enough for that application. An impact gun to snug the bolts? Seems like it would be real easy to pull a split anchor out. Seems like a pain to line up the bolt hole too. I like the concept. I suppose if I had one anchored the way I wanted it, it would remain anchored to the floor.

cableguy0 · 01-19-2010, 10:01 PM

standard procedure for any lift install is to use anchor bolts. i just installed one friday night in my brothers garage. every shop i ever worked in lifts were added after the floor was poured. drill the holes install to bolts and torque to 150ft lbs or so. when a car is sitting on the lift properly the weight of the car is trying to push the lift into the ground not tip it one way or the other.

Restrorob · 01-19-2010, 10:53 PM

Here's more on that lift;

http://www.northerntool.com/webapp/w...6167_200386167

It would be useless to me since I'd have to jack my truck up to get the arms under it.

Now, For the same price this drive on looks much safer;

http://www.northerntool.com/webapp/w...9258_200349258

68C15 · 01-19-2010, 11:26 PM

seems kinda hokey to me. I like the Mohawk System I lifts we have at work. been in place for 20 years without a single problem. the only thing sturdier than a Mohawk is the floor it sits on.

topdog · 01-24-2010, 10:33 PM

Here's a link http://www.gesusa.com/Dannmar-MaxJax...-p/1375659.htm

ERASER5 · 01-24-2010, 11:56 PM

The Bend Pac LR-60P was the unit I used to work with. Well built. It was good for engine work. We replaced a lot of AC systems using it.

01-19-2010, 07:28 AM	#1
79gmcc15 Gettin It One Pice At A Time Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: everett, washington Posts: 2,688	A cool 2 post lift for your garage at home! it fits in a 8 foot tall garage! I "hear" it costs about 2 grand. but seems worth it! http://www.jaylenosgarage.com/video/...ystem/1192362/ __________________ RIP ELJAY Work In Progress 1979 GMC C1500 Trailering Special. Getting the truck done, one piece at a time. “You can tell a lot about a fellow’s character by his way of eating jellybeans.”Ronald Reagan “I don’t know the key to success but I know the key to failure is trying to please everybody.” Bill Cosby

01-19-2010, 10:39 AM	#2
rambler MOVE OVER Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Warrensburg, MO Posts: 5,470	Re: A cool 2 post lift for your garage at home! I know Jay Leno is a car guy, and the lift looks pretty cool, but sounds like a infomerical now.. how much money does this guy need? also what the heck are the big wheels in the back for? looks like off of a old steam engine? __________________ No matter where you are..... There you are... Buckaroo Banzi

01-19-2010, 12:31 PM	#3
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01-19-2010, 03:14 PM	#4
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01-19-2010, 07:02 PM	#7
ERASER5 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Indiana Posts: 4,859	Re: A cool 2 post lift for your garage at home! That is not an air compressor. That is a hydrolic power unit. Pretty standard setup for small lifts. We used to have a drive over lift at work. It would lift a car about 3 feet. Just enough for our needs. Same power unit. __________________ '70 GMC C1500 LWB Power disc brakes. WooHoo! Posi 6 Lug Dana 60

01-19-2010, 07:24 PM	#8
dammitmitchell the pollock Join Date: May 2008 Location: abilene, texas Posts: 4,423	Re: A cool 2 post lift for your garage at home! what's the max weight hmmmmm __________________ Jack of ALL trades, Master of none.. (but one... procrastination) Army vet 02-08 RIP El Jay! Miss you brother! http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=343538 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=386042

01-19-2010, 09:18 PM	#10
cableguy0 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Delta,Pa Posts: 14,950	Re: A cool 2 post lift for your garage at home! some of those are air of hydraulic and require an air supply to run the lift. its a good idea but with only an 8 foot ceiling you can only get a truck about 3 feet off the ground anyhow. might as well save the cash and get a good set of jackstands. __________________ Owner of North Point Car Care in Dundalk Md. We specialize in custom exhaust on both modern and classic vehicles. We are a full service auto shop from classics to modern vehicles. Feel free to contact me with questions. I will give a 10% discount to any board member.

01-19-2010, 09:41 PM	#11
79gmcc15 Gettin It One Pice At A Time Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: everett, washington Posts: 2,688	Re: A cool 2 post lift for your garage at home! I like it cause if you ever get a real garage, you can take it there and have plenty of room. I don't know, 3 feet is just enough room to work on things. not to mention, you can use it to take apart the truck, cab and such. __________________ RIP ELJAY Work In Progress 1979 GMC C1500 Trailering Special. Getting the truck done, one piece at a time. “You can tell a lot about a fellow’s character by his way of eating jellybeans.”Ronald Reagan “I don’t know the key to success but I know the key to failure is trying to please everybody.” Bill Cosby

01-19-2010, 09:44 PM	#12
Sillyoldman #16876 Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Auburn WA Posts: 12,266	Re: A cool 2 post lift for your garage at home! I checked it out after you told me about it friday. A couple things that got my attention were as follows. Most applications would require a retrofit concrete bolt anchor. There are some pretty neat anchors for cured drilled concrete, but none I'd trust enough for that application. An impact gun to snug the bolts? Seems like it would be real easy to pull a split anchor out. Seems like a pain to line up the bolt hole too. I like the concept. I suppose if I had one anchored the way I wanted it, it would remain anchored to the floor. __________________ Posted via Stationary Device '71 Custom Deluxe C-20 402. '67 Buick Special 455. '49 Plymouth Special Deluxe. *"I love that old car smell"* *Some people are like Slinkies... not really good for anything, but they still bring a smile to your face when you push them down a flight of stairs.*

01-19-2010, 10:01 PM	#13
cableguy0 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Delta,Pa Posts: 14,950	Re: A cool 2 post lift for your garage at home! standard procedure for any lift install is to use anchor bolts. i just installed one friday night in my brothers garage. every shop i ever worked in lifts were added after the floor was poured. drill the holes install to bolts and torque to 150ft lbs or so. when a car is sitting on the lift properly the weight of the car is trying to push the lift into the ground not tip it one way or the other. __________________ Owner of North Point Car Care in Dundalk Md. We specialize in custom exhaust on both modern and classic vehicles. We are a full service auto shop from classics to modern vehicles. Feel free to contact me with questions. I will give a 10% discount to any board member.

01-19-2010, 10:53 PM	#14
Restrorob The One And Only !!! Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Hole in the woods Florida Posts: 4,567	Re: A cool 2 post lift for your garage at home! Here's more on that lift; http://www.northerntool.com/webapp/w...6167_200386167 It would be useless to me since I'd have to jack my truck up to get the arms under it. Now, For the same price this drive on looks much safer; http://www.northerntool.com/webapp/w...9258_200349258 __________________ 93 Jeep XJ 88 Buick La Sabra Toys; 88 TA-GTA in the works.... 97 GMC Ext. Cab 502 Crate 5 Spd......Sucks Gas But Haulz Azz ! The primary function of an Engineer is to make it difficult for the Fabricator and impossible for the Mechanic. *"Why go out preserved when you can go out beat up, worn out, sliding in sideways screaming, Holy Sh!t What A Ride" !!!*

01-19-2010, 11:26 PM	#15
68C15 blood type; Retumbo Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: next to my reloading bench Posts: 10,269	Re: A cool 2 post lift for your garage at home! seems kinda hokey to me. I like the Mohawk System I lifts we have at work. been in place for 20 years without a single problem. the only thing sturdier than a Mohawk is the floor it sits on.

01-24-2010, 10:33 PM	#16
topdog Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: so.Il Posts: 74	Re: A cool 2 post lift for your garage at home! Here's a link http://www.gesusa.com/Dannmar-MaxJax...-p/1375659.htm __________________ 67 C10 swb,fleet,small window,ps,pb,350,350. 01 Dakota RT 5.9,3.92 posi. 64 vette coupe 327,350 turbo,posi. 68 K-20 lwb,fleet,327,350

01-24-2010, 11:56 PM	#17
ERASER5 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Indiana Posts: 4,859	Re: A cool 2 post lift for your garage at home! The Bend Pac LR-60P was the unit I used to work with. Well built. It was good for engine work. We replaced a lot of AC systems using it. __________________ '70 GMC C1500 LWB Power disc brakes. WooHoo! Posi 6 Lug Dana 60



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