Question for the semi-pro mechanics

[THREEJAYS]

My experience with either is very limited, if I had the room I would probably still go with 2 posts.

 

[avmtdan]

A 4 post is nice for quick stuff, but lifting the vehicle off the tires for suspension work is a PITA and you have to buy more attachments. Some 4 posts can also jack the body as well, but its costly setups. I prefer the stability of the 4 post but it can be limiting.

 

[lostchild]

No love for the single post lift?

 

[BillsCamino]

We've got both but use the two post way more often.

 

[joel2000]

There’s a reason more 2 posts are sold than 4 posts.

 

[ShawnZR-1]

Four-post with a jack tray. Big plus is that you can move the 4-post if you get the caster kit.

 

[joel2000]

Also, symmetrical or asymmetrical?

 

[sniper22]

Also, symmetrical or asymmetrical?

I forget the difference but the one I kept has the arms that on goes foreword and one backward on each side. I sold the one where the arms all fold backwards

 

[joel2000]

I forget the difference but the one I kept has the arms that on goes foreword and one backward on each side. I sold the one where the arms all fold backwards

You kept the symmetrical. Really only difference is balancing point. Asymmetrical lets the vehicle set a little further back from the posts and you have more room to open the doors and get in and out. I’m sure there are advantages to each.

 

[joel2000]