Tmoose
Mechanical
- Apr 12, 2003
- 5,633
On a Volvo forum a discussion has emerged to types of lifts that might be used in a serious enthusast's garage. One listmember has commented on the wisdom of storing a vehicle on the non 4 post lift long term, was challenged, and replied with a very broad statement thusly.
" it's the frame-bending that it causes leaving a car on a 2-post indefinitely."
- Aside from the obvious possibility of immediate damage when I select bad lift points with any lift or jack, is that comment supportable?
The same poster (who supposedly will be purchasing a lift in the next few months) also said "the people trying to sell
me hoists tell me the same, and given that the 4-post is cheaper I don't see motivation for them to do that. It's also supposed to be potentially bad for suspension too."
I can picture a naked fully extended poorly chromed shock shaft eventually developing rust in a region that would rip up seals, but don't recall any shock or strut that would be un-chromed in the working travel region.
" it's the frame-bending that it causes leaving a car on a 2-post indefinitely."
- Aside from the obvious possibility of immediate damage when I select bad lift points with any lift or jack, is that comment supportable?
The same poster (who supposedly will be purchasing a lift in the next few months) also said "the people trying to sell
me hoists tell me the same, and given that the 4-post is cheaper I don't see motivation for them to do that. It's also supposed to be potentially bad for suspension too."
I can picture a naked fully extended poorly chromed shock shaft eventually developing rust in a region that would rip up seals, but don't recall any shock or strut that would be un-chromed in the working travel region.