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« on: August 06, 2011, 11:33:59 AM » |
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Just bought a Dannmar "Max Jax" lift. I thought this might be of general interest, since it's designed for small garages where you may not have a high ceiling and/or you don't want something permanently installed. You can read the mfr's site for the specifics, but here are the highlights: - Two post hydraulic lift with adjustable arms
- Posts bolt to concrete floor when in use; unbolt and roll away when done
- Max load 6000 lbs
- Max rise 45" (which is why it works with low ceilings)
- Requires minimum 3000 psi, 4" thick concrete slab
I've started a Facebook photo album with pics of the installation process, hope to keep it updated as I go along. Today was just the unboxing; plan to assemble the hydraulic system later this weekend. I think that just leaves drilling some holes and installing the bolt anchors.... how hard could that be?  Beth |
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« Reply #1 on: August 06, 2011, 05:16:46 PM » |
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Nice. You may want to consider renting a rotary hammer. That'll make drilling through the concrete much, much faster.
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« Reply #2 on: August 06, 2011, 06:31:50 PM » |
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Look forward to seeing the photos as you install the lift. What was the final verdict on the 911?
David
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« Reply #3 on: August 06, 2011, 07:22:02 PM » |
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Engine replacement.  But the good news is, all should be well for plenty of miles after that. Don't know if I'll have her broken in by the 20th though - may have to scope out a temporary replacement. b. |
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« Reply #4 on: August 08, 2011, 05:42:58 AM » |
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Too bad about the engine replacement.  |
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« Reply #5 on: August 09, 2011, 07:50:58 PM » |
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BTW I adjusted the privacy settings on the FB album. If you weren't able to access it before, you should be able to now. |
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« Reply #6 on: August 10, 2011, 01:50:45 PM » |
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I heard a lot of good stuff about these lifts. I'm looking at a 2 post lift as well for me detached garage, however, since I have 10ft ceiling I will go with something like this  This will make it much more easier to remove and install the engine. I have already a 4 post in my attached garage, and it's good for everything, but to drop the engine.   |
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« Reply #7 on: August 10, 2011, 04:04:59 PM » |
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I have access to a core drill!
Let me know asap. I'm going to Germany next week! The Green Hell here I come, man I cant wait.
anyhow let me know
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« Reply #8 on: August 10, 2011, 04:15:33 PM » |
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A core drill! Thought they were just for big holes though? The anchors only need 7/8" diam. I'm hoping to get the pieces assembled this week, and be ready to install the anchors by the weekend. That's the plan, at least...  |
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« Reply #9 on: August 10, 2011, 06:16:31 PM » |
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I have access to a core drill!
Let me know asap. I'm going to Germany next week! The Green Hell here I come, man I cant wait.
anyhow let me know
Gunny
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« Reply #10 on: August 10, 2011, 06:38:41 PM » |
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I have access to a core drill!
Let me know asap. I'm going to Germany next week! The Green Hell here I come, man I cant wait.
anyhow let me know
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Nürburgring ? Make sure you take a ride with Sabine Schmitz  Cheers Engelbert |
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« Reply #11 on: August 10, 2011, 08:14:46 PM » |
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I have access to a core drill!
Let me know asap. I'm going to Germany next week! The Green Hell here I come, man I cant wait.
anyhow let me know
Gunny
Awesome. Take a Go Pro. Have a great time. David |
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« Reply #12 on: August 11, 2011, 07:42:49 PM » |
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I've got most of the large pieces assembled now. Facebook album has been updated with more photos. I'm hoping to hold the anchor-drilling and install party this weekend... |
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« Reply #13 on: August 11, 2011, 07:42:58 PM » |
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Make sure you take a ride with Sabine Schmitz
She doesn't drive the Ring Taxi anymore |
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« Reply #14 on: August 11, 2011, 08:46:49 PM » |
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This is awesome!
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« Reply #15 on: August 12, 2011, 03:12:13 AM » |
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The lift? Or Sabine?  |
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« Reply #16 on: August 12, 2011, 02:38:23 PM » |
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Let me know if you need any help !
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« Reply #17 on: August 12, 2011, 03:35:08 PM » |
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Will do!  I'm thinking tomorrow afternoon, but that's still tentative. Gotta find out where/when I can rent a rotary hammer drill. |
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« Reply #18 on: August 13, 2011, 08:10:35 PM » |
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Lift is installed and operational! Couldn't have done it without help, thanks again. The FB album has been updated with a few more photos. (By lucky coincidence, there was a Toyota MR2 handy to test it with. ) This thing is awesome. b. |
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« Reply #19 on: August 15, 2011, 06:11:56 PM » |
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OK just one more post on this... I made a couple of short video clips of the lift in action: Going UPGoing DOWN |
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