Autolift 3000

[fastd]

This looks interesting (I did a search but didn't see it come up)...anybody use it?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q2owxoGPGjc

[Lou1119]

Originally Posted by fastd

This looks interesting (I did a search but didn't see it come up)...anybody use it?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q2owxoGPGjc

Looks very interesting. Should work well on our Cobras with the light weight.

[mln385]

It is a UK product and may not be available in U.S.

[twobjshelbys]

I doubt it will work on Cobras. The flat lift areas are spaced for the pinch welds on most wheelbases for passenger cars but look fixed. I don't think you'd be able to move them inboard to be under the tube frame on a Cobra.

Plus I'd say the whole system looks pretty "skinny" for the weight of a passenger car of any kind but the Cobra is lighter (but I don't think will fit.)

[FredG]

Too expensive. I use Quick Jacks.

[Unique427]

Originally Posted by twobjshelbys

I doubt it will work on Cobras. The flat lift areas are spaced for the pinch welds on most wheelbases for passenger cars but look fixed. I don't think you'd be able to move them inboard to be under the tube frame on a Cobra.

Plus I'd say the whole system looks pretty "skinny" for the weight of a passenger car of any kind but the Cobra is lighter (but I don't think will fit.)

I agree. The pad width spacing needs to be adjustable for point of contact
to hit a Cobra's frame rails. Also low clearance cars will probably not be able
to take advantage of the full elevated tilt without making body contact.


Website says 6,614 lift capacity. Why call it the 3000 when it lifts 6000?

Anyway, I appreciate the simplicity and advantage of the design for $1500.

https://www.autoliftproduction.com/en-us/autolift3000

[snakeeyes]

Originally Posted by Unique427

I agree. The pad width spacing needs to be adjustable for point of contact
to hit a Cobra's frame rails. Also low clearance cars will probably not be able
to take advantage of the full elevated tilt without making body contact.


Website says 6,614 lift capacity. Why call it the 3000 when it lifts 6000?

Anyway, I appreciate the simplicity and advantage of the design for $1500.

https://www.autoliftproduction.com/en-us/autolift3000

It lifts 3000 kg, which = 6,600 pounds, hence the 3000 in the name.

[cycleguy55]

Platform Width is listed as 1300 mm - 1650 mm / 51.18 - 64.96 inch. That would work for cars that can be lifted from the outriggers, but won't work if you're trying to lift using the main frame rails.

Also worth noting is the minimum height of 115mm / 4.5".

[snakeeyes]

I downloaded the manual from the link provided by Unique427. It doesn't expressly say it anywhere that I can find, but from the manual photos it appears that there may be some lateral movement of the lifting pads. If anyone is considering one of these it's probably worth contacting the company to ask about that, because that might make a difference in its ability to reach main frame rails.

[twobjshelbys]

Originally Posted by snakeeyes

I downloaded the manual from the link provided by Unique427. It doesn't expressly say it anywhere that I can find, but from the manual photos it appears that there may be some lateral movement of the lifting pads. If anyone is considering one of these it's probably worth contacting the company to ask about that, because that might make a difference in its ability to reach main frame rails.

Those cross members that you'd "slide" the pads inward are not strong enough to support any weight! The weight is supported by the outside scissor braces. Moving them would be a death trap! In fact, if you brought it up I'd dare say that if you stood on those cross members in the center the thing would collapse.

For that reason, I'd also suggest that once lifted, you'd probably not lean against the car. It is doubtful this thing would support much side-to-side motion.

This is inappropriate for a narrow frame!!! In fact, given what I see for lateral support, I'd not want one in my garage.

[twobjshelbys]

Originally Posted by Unique427

https://www.autoliftproduction.com/en-us/autolift3000

The pictures here show that the pads cannot be moved. And I'll even further stand by the assertion that when fully lifted those cross members are not sturdy enough to tolerate much side-to-side motion.

[cycleguy55]

Originally Posted by twobjshelbys

The pictures here show that the pads cannot be moved. And I'll even further stand by the assertion that when fully lifted those cross members are not sturdy enough to tolerate much side-to-side motion.

If you look at this photo you'll see the left pad is centred on its mounting bolt & sleeve, while the right pad is pushed to one side. It seems clear there's some lateral movement, albeit limited.



Here the pad seems to be almost tight against the nut:


Here the pad is pushed away from the nut, with more sleeve showing:

[snakeeyes]

Thanks, Cycleguy--those pictures showing the relationship of that bolt to the pad are exactly what I was talking about. I have no idea what degree of lateral movement can be achieved, nor do I have any idea about the sturdiness Tony commented on. I just wonder why the manufacturer wouldn't be touting that adjustability anywhere in the materials, given the wide variance in acceptable lifting points from one car to another.

[twobjshelbys]

Modern cars pinch welds are all within a few inches of each other. Thats what these lifts rest on. There is not enough inward to be on the cobra frame tubes.