amailloux Posted January 10, 2013 Share Posted January 10, 2013 So I have been using this hoist that claims to be 15K, but I am not so sure, It is just worn out. Is 8.5 years old lifting heavy trucks all day. I finally talked to our parts and service manager over 3 dealerships after explaining that lift was not safe to my manager for over a year. It was quick and easy. He said the owner said to buy a lift. So, I have some questions about size and brand. We have a very large amount of 1 tons with welders, steel plates in the bed, etc. I would say 12K easy. Then we have a few 450 and 550's we service that are heavier. So what brand, and should I go 15K or 18K. We got a price on a challenger 15K and it was 10,000 plus 600 install. Thanks in advance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Saunoras Posted January 10, 2013 Share Posted January 10, 2013 I got a good look at an 18k in a dealer my buddy works at and I was highly impressed. The arms were thick but they were still short enough to pull cabs. I was jealous to say the least Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YukonTyler Posted January 10, 2013 Share Posted January 10, 2013 Save for an antique alignment rack and one 20 000 lb Rotary, our entire store is Rotary 15 000 lb symmetrical 2-posts. Only once in the last two years have I not been able to lift something, and even then it was a truck that I had no business lifting. They do the job. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Mutter Posted January 10, 2013 Share Posted January 10, 2013 I would stick with rotary, from what I have seen they seem to be built better. I would go with the 18 000, its a real nice hoist! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keith Browning Posted January 10, 2013 Share Posted January 10, 2013 Our 18,000 LB Rotorys have been great. A recent lift inspection has revealed some wear on them requiring some repairs with the carriers but these lifts have been used well for almost 15 years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brad Clayton Posted January 10, 2013 Share Posted January 10, 2013 ROTARY is the only way to go!!!!!!! Period! 15k or 18k will be a blessing for your shop. I am down here in NC and been to 3 different dealers and not a Rotary lift to be found and all the crap they have.....I wouldn't be comfortable working under a Focus. These friggin dealers "save" money by buying some inferior pile of crap lift and it doesn't take much to chip in a little more and get the real deal to begin with that will last much longer, be much safer, and make the shop more money in the long run. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff Clyde Posted January 10, 2013 Share Posted January 10, 2013 ROTARY !! There is no comparison. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alex Bruene Posted January 10, 2013 Share Posted January 10, 2013 I have a 15K Rotary. Trouble free since it was installed, other than a few adjustments from time to time., the only complaint is that it's a bit bulky for cab removals on regular cabs... Steer clear of the 12K Rotary... Isn't quite up to the task. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aaron Posted January 10, 2013 Share Posted January 10, 2013 I have a 15K Rotary. Trouble free since it was installed, other than a few adjustments from time to time., the only complaint is that it's a bit bulky for cab removals on regular cabs... Steer clear of the 12K Rotary... Isn't quite up to the task. Agreed. Can be done, but it's not as fun. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff Clyde Posted January 10, 2013 Share Posted January 10, 2013 https://www.psedealerequipment.com/sites...es/Mach%204.jpg We have a pair of these ( see link) Not the ideal setup for some, but this was our only option for our shop. The portability is awesome, I have done a cab lift outside on our concrete pad when the shop was full ! They each lift 18,000 lbs. When used one at front and one at back, you can lift a F750 dump/box truck with no problem, and they work great for cab lifts of any configuration. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bruce Amacker Posted January 10, 2013 Share Posted January 10, 2013 I'm partial to Mohawks as I had great luck with them. They are way beefier than comparable lifts and built in upstate NY. Compare shipping weights on the websites..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joshbuys Posted January 10, 2013 Share Posted January 10, 2013 18k is the way to go, I had an 18k at my old dealer and it worked great for lifting the trucks you're talking about, as well as lifting cabs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lmorris Posted January 11, 2013 Share Posted January 11, 2013 Rotary SPO18E310, 18000 lbs and has short enough arms to lift extended and crew cabs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cbriggs Posted January 11, 2013 Share Posted January 11, 2013 I currently use a 12,000 lb bend pack.(floor bump unit, clear overhead) It is 15 years old, and (dont laugh) a very good hoist. Unfortunatly the bend packs built now are not 1/4 as well built as this one. It needs to be replaced this spring, but I dont think we will replace it with another bend pack. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amailloux Posted January 11, 2013 Author Share Posted January 11, 2013 Got word today SPO18n310 bl. 18K 16 ft tall. From rotunda $11499. Price is really good compared to other vendors. I'm pretty ramped up for it. Now how long will it take to get and have installed .... Thanks for the input. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brad Clayton Posted January 12, 2013 Share Posted January 12, 2013 I wish my new dealer would follow suite. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amailloux Posted March 25, 2013 Author Share Posted March 25, 2013 Here it is. The ass clowns that came and installed it couldn't figure out how to assemble the locks, so they put the covers on upside down and loose, and they were upset when they hit rebar. Dude, what did you expect drilling into a concrete shop floor. I had to tighten almost all of the bolts after they left, some anchor bolts were 3 turns from 110 lb.ft. They also didn't hook up the air for the locks, as they are "not plumbers", and the electrical had to be done by another company, as they were not certified to do electrical. I should have just installed it myself. Anyway, It lifted this truck with a massive hydraulic tank run off a pto. Gross for the truck is listed at 17,500 lbs. on the door placard, my guess is it is a little over. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brad Clayton Posted March 25, 2013 Share Posted March 25, 2013 Awesome! Gonna show this to my boss to get him a little more motivated towards getting better lifts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lmorris Posted March 25, 2013 Share Posted March 25, 2013 That is the exact hoist I have. Ain't she a beaut? Sounds like you had the exact same crew installing yours as did ours. These guys bragged about how quickly they could get hoists installed. The finished product had much to be desired. When the electrcian hooked up the power he forgot to wire in the shut off up top. OPPS, took 2 weeks to get a guy back in to do it right. Their excuse is the electricians that were invovled in the shop build had never done an automotive shop before. NICE. Back on topic, it's a nice hoist to work on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrbudge Posted April 2, 2013 Share Posted April 2, 2013 That's why when I got my hoist for at home I installed it myself. Why pay someone to fuck something up for you. I did hit re-bar, and I did use a torque wrench on the bolts. It is sweet to have a hoist at home. Here it is. The ass clowns that came and installed it couldn't figure out how to assemble the locks, so they put the covers on upside down and loose, and they were upset when they hit rebar. Dude, what did you expect drilling into a concrete shop floor. I had to tighten almost all of the bolts after they left, some anchor bolts were 3 turns from 110 lb.ft. They also didn't hook up the air for the locks, as they are "not plumbers", and the electrical had to be done by another company, as they were not certified to do electrical. I should have just installed it myself. Anyway, It lifted this truck with a massive hydraulic tank run off a pto. Gross for the truck is listed at 17,500 lbs. on the door placard, my guess is it is a little over. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brad Clayton Posted December 22, 2013 Share Posted December 22, 2013 Well, I officially put my request in for one of these 18K bad boys. I got tired of dickin around with asking the wrong people for a better lift. So I went to the top and asked someone that is actually in control of how money is spent in the dealer. It will be interesting to see how it plays out but I put in a firm request, using words such as safety, productivity, better morale, things such as that. I feel good about my chances of finally getting off of a creeper this year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Saunoras Posted December 22, 2013 Share Posted December 22, 2013 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aaron Posted December 22, 2013 Share Posted December 22, 2013 "And seeing as how I was TECHNICIAN OF THE YEAR *snaps suspenders* I think a hoist upgrade would be suitable" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keith Browning Posted December 22, 2013 Share Posted December 22, 2013 <snicker> "And seeing as how I was TECHNICIAN OF THE YEAR *snaps suspenders* I think a hoist upgrade would be suitable" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brad Clayton Posted December 23, 2013 Share Posted December 23, 2013 My thoughts EXACTLY!!!!! lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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