Which 1 post car lift is best?
What are the advantages of a 1 post car lift
A 1 post or single post lift takes up less space than a 2 post or 4 post lift and it is ideal for garages or workshops with limited floor space. In our range of AMGO lifts at Equipment4garages we have both the fixed version E4G SL-3000 and mobile version E4G SML-3000. Both versions of our 1 post lifts have upgraded lifting capacities of 3000kg which is suitable for most cars/vans.
Single post lifts have high posts and you need to check that they will fit in your garage and if you are considering a mobile version you need to be able to wheel the lift in and out of your workshop so you will need to check your door height. The mobile version incorporates the design of a pallet truck and you use the handle to pump it up enabling it to be moved around.
Although a single post lift has one open side it does have an underneath cross member to consider when doing certain jobs. Also, the pad height is worth checking especially if you are working on low ride height cars, but we do supply riser pads if you should find that you need them.
One post lifts in the past were very expensive due to low sale volumes, but now they are very popular and the prices are more affordable. Key features of our AMGO lifts include UHMW self-lubricating polyethylene sliders and bronze bushings which ensure smooth operation and reduced maintenance requirements. The lifts high quality hydraulic cylinders and power units are engineered to a high standards, guaranteeing reliability and efficiency. The lifts come with AMGO’s 5-3-2 warranty. 5 years on the steel components, 3 years on the hydraulic components and 2 years on the electrical components.
We do have YouTube videos on our 1 posts lifts which can be accessed via our website. They show the lifts in use and how to build them. Both come with very good manuals and they are available as a download.
Our lifts come in 1ph. 220v so they can be used in a home workshop, but you will need to consult your electrician especially if you are going to take it outside to do repairs.
Written by Richard Wilson September 2024
