mohawk lifts here in NY builds the Strongest lift i've ever seen
http://www.mohawklifts.com/
These things are pricier but it is the strongest design I have ever seen. Thier installed price from a local distributer for their 9000 lbs 2 post lift was right around 3000 if i remember correctly. if your looking for a lift that you never want to have problems with (lifetime cylinder warenties and things). this is who to go with.
And no i dont work for them
but it is where I'm going to be getting my lift when I build the snake pit.
they also have a low rise lift for those who have height challenged garages plus portable msissor lifts too.