Ideal single post car lift in action

Well and here it is the Ideal 6000 Lbs single post car lift in action so far so good and I'm loving it did already some upgrades to it and as you can see it'll lift a full size SUV no problem. I will come back after a year or so to do a final review on it but as of right now I'm impressed and I hope it stays that way
So what do you think? Love it ? Hate it? Share your opinion.
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[@martinramirezmi5457]

Great video! I have never heard of a single post car lift till I talked to a guy who owns one. I like that you don't have to drill into the concrete, which makes it a great option for me.

[@CountryMileGarage]

That was THE biggest selling point for me the mobility to save floor space ... thank you for watching Martin

[@OneMechanic]

I have never seen this before... Thanks for sharing Theo. Good video 😃👍

[@CountryMileGarage]

Thank you for watching Dave

[@nutzboltztoolz2734]

Nice option for home garage 👍

[@jedmeltonmusic698]

It’s a good lift for any shop, not just a home garage

[@randomthingsarebest1473]

A very good bit of gear. i like this so much because you can move it around in the garage any where.

[@CountryMileGarage]

I'm limited on floor space and that's the biggest reason I bought this lift so I can move it around ... thank you for watching

[@hajdas33]

Awesome vid info and lift

[@CountryMileGarage]

Thank you for watching Chris

[@farminstoltzfus]

That's pretty dope. Maybe something to add to our farm shop with limited concrete floor space.

[@CountryMileGarage]

That would work and you can move it out of the way

[@KimathiTheLeopard]

Great video! Thanks for sharing. I’m in the decision making phase right now but seeing yours makes a ton of sense because I am concerned with a scissor lift I can’t drop a transmission as easily. This one seems like it would make the job easier.

[@CountryMileGarage]

Thank you I have dropped transmissions with this lift it can be a little tight at the leg but it has worked for me so far ... thank you for watching

[@BruceLyeg]

I was just looking at these today. They're now $5999.99 Canadian. I have a mid rise scissor lift and love it, but it does limit some activities. I'm sure I'd get used to it but it does seem kinda wobbly. I'd be afraid having to really bear down on a breaker bar that I'd upset the balance.

[@CountryMileGarage]

I use a tall adjustable jack stand on the opposite side of the post and that gives a ton extra stability. I've used it on every car van and SUV that comes through the shop and 0 problems and I do a lot of engine and transmission repairs. Thank you for watching

[@jedmeltonmusic698]

There’s not a 2 post lift or any type of column lift I’ve worked with that the car don’t wobble on it, it’s inevitable. Under hoist jacks and in front and rear of vehicle and it eliminates all front the back wobble

[@kevinfrye1822]

We used to have something similar 25 years ago in the first shop I worked in but back then it was bulky and huge . It had its own controls to move it and it was limited on ground clearance . If you wasn't careful you would bend a driveshaft . It's amazing how much things change but use same principle of function. Pretty cool lift . Make sure your reel can handle the amps mine smoked using a battery charger on it .

[@CountryMileGarage]

Interesting I seen the ones like what I got but never a old one. Thank you Kevin and is a 20amp motor so I bought a 20amp cord reel so it should be good

[@kevinfrye1822]

@@CountryMileGarage As long as it's a good one you should be safe those Chinese ones like to fudge the numbers. It wasn't the cord on mine it was the contacts on the reel . Granted I did have it for years .

[@dragannedic3599]

​@@CountryMileGarage😂

[@nosliwttam77]

Nice lift! I like the Sequoia also.

[@CountryMileGarage]

Thank you Matt

[@OneLegged-honda-mechanic]

Love it! Mine is a mid rise scissor lift, but this thing is super cool! Just subscribed 👍

[@CountryMileGarage]

I looked at the scissor lifts to but I do transmission work as well so that's why I went this route. Thank you for watching and subscribing

[@karlmartus7516]

I liked your video on the lift and the retractable electrical Cord. I do have a question mine when assembled I noticed the hydraulic cylinder that pushes the lift upward moves freely from side to side with no support when the lift is down. And not being used. Is this supposed to be that way. Appreciate your help

[@CountryMileGarage]

Mine has some play in it as well I'm sure its normal. So it will center it self on the chain.

[@weldingjunkie]

Great lift just can’t pull a transmission out with it. You can use transmission jacks for front and back too

[@CountryMileGarage]

The biggest transmission I have pulled was a Allison 1000 transmission and used a Harbor Freight transmission jack and the one leg was a little in the way but got it done tho. BTW have a 3 year video review coming up on this lift where I point that out ... thank you for watching

[@weldingjunkie]

@@CountryMileGarage looking forward to seeing that. That’s what I really need in a lift. Or nice to have I should say

[@Nordman555]

Looking forward to new video im thinking about buying ​@CountryMileGarage

[@CountryMileGarage]

@@Nordman555 video is scheduled for May 16th to come out

[@MiguelMartinez-hm1hg]

Nice lift I been looking between that one and the Jack max the one is a two post but you can move the post if you need to but you need a good concrete foolr to use one and I dont know how good the floor in the garage is plus ain't that tall either how tall is your lift

[@CountryMileGarage]

Goes full height so you can stand under it. This lift I seen videos of guys using it on asphalt lol

[@chrisfilippone4889]

Well it lifts my 2019 Colorado 5220lbs

[@CountryMileGarage]

Use mine daily and it still works well ... thank you for watching

[@kirbyallen2145]

Hey like your setup.. I have one of these units.. Question for you. Does the ram have play from side to side when no weight is on the carrier, is this normal??

[@CountryMileGarage]

yes mine has a little play ... my guess they do that to center up the chain on the roller but I could be wrong

[@Schmitty71]

Nice! Great addition to the shop, about how long did it take to assemble?

[@CountryMileGarage]

2 - 3 hours ? All together something like that

[@krogerm]

You mentioned you roll it out to your concrete pad, how tall is your door? Can it just roll out or do you have to tilt it?

[@CountryMileGarage]

My door is like 1 or 2 inches to short so I use my skidsteer to tip it backwards a little to get it outside. Thank you for watching

[@MegaMajormax]

How do move it to a different location? Use a truck with a lift gate?

[@CountryMileGarage]

Use the pallet jack looking handle and pump it up and move it around. Thank you for watching

[@intracorgroup]

Question: Going to pick on up in a few days. Its used in a garage that only has 7 foot doors so it wont clear. I think my plan is to partially disassemble the lift. Do you know the Allen head size holding down the column and the center beam to the column? The manual does not give this information. I want to make sure I have everything I need as its not close to my house. Thanks in advance and thanks for the video

[@CountryMileGarage]

I'd have to double check ... but I will let you know. Thank you for watching

[@CountryMileGarage]

Ronald I just checked and it's 12mm allen

[@Area-cf1gt]

That base looks small geez! Still kool though

[@CountryMileGarage]

I use it almost every day and it does well for me ... thank you for watching

[@jaypigeau9840]

What’s the overall height ? I have a low clearance ceiling with maxjax m6 2 post currently

[@CountryMileGarage]

from the floor to the top of the column is 103 inches ... thank you for watching

[@Tugboatpb]

Does that thing feel unstable at all when testing wheel bearings or pushing the car?

[@CountryMileGarage]

I use a extra jack stand when I do serious work under the car. I have a 3 year review video coming out in a couple weeks about this lift ... thank you for watching

[@Tugboatpb]

Looking forward to it thanks!

[@toaster3708]

i would never trust that lift with my life

[@CountryMileGarage]

It's been a great lift for 2 years now 0 issues ... thank you for watching

[@sfcd4757]

serious i was not thinking this was ideal (before watching)..ive been researching 100 different lifts and because of the non concrete issue i have, it would be actually worth it.... a couple of quick questions because i think im liking this over all of them. 1. 110 or 220 (plug or hard wired?) 2. does it lift any higher than the video..not that i need it to go too high, i was hoping for just a tad higher than the video (chest level) for brakes, suspension for maximum comfort 3. its not bolted to the ground at all? if i got one, i would probably get one or two extra tall jack stands as a precaution backup, as you can never be too safe when it matters.

[@CountryMileGarage]

110 volts but I installed a cord reel so I don't have to drag a extension cord around lol and yes it'll go just as high as a regular lift but my celling is only 10 ft tall And it's NOT bolted to the ground and you can move it around really easy that was for me the #1 seller on this because of "limited" space in my shop. With SUVs and pickup trucks I use a jackat the far end of the main beam to help make it more stable. hope this helps and thank you for watching

[@Dancing_Alone_wRentals]

@@CountryMileGarage tHanks for posting this. This is a game changer. I have been looking for used lifts...they are about $1,500 but heavy and always 300 miles away. I have an in ground lift that I have never tried. This one seems easy....it arrives and moves around... tHanks again.

[@CountryMileGarage]

@@Dancing_Alone_wRentals just keep in mind it's a 6000 Lbs lift ... thank you for watching

[@Dancing_Alone_wRentals]

@@CountryMileGarage so no show and tell at the Weight Watchers.....got it.

[@iamthemoss]

You still like your car lift? I am thinking about getting a single post car lift. Ideal and Amgo appear to be the only brands I see.

[@CountryMileGarage]

Using it as we speak. Doing timing chain and water pump on a Chevy equinox, which means plenty of going up and down lol ... thank you for watching

[@iamthemoss]

@@CountryMileGarage Thank you sir

[@CountryMileGarage]

@@iamthemoss just keep in mind it's not the end all be all but for regular use with limited space this is a good option. The day I build a bigger shop I'll buy a different lift

[@kdie989898]

Hi, how is the lift working out? Would you still recommend?

[@CountryMileGarage]

I use it almost daily it is not the end all be all but no complaints. The only thing I do with heavier vehicles I use a support at the end of the arm to have some more stability. But for a smaller shop like mine I love the mobility it gives me ... thank you for watching

[@kdie989898]

@@CountryMileGarage is it fairly stable for wrenching? Seems like it would be tippy front to back with such a narrow base. I know supports would fix that, just curious how it performs by itself. I'm really intrigued by this lift

[@CountryMileGarage]

@@kdie989898 right now I have a 3/4 ton regular cab pickup on it and I'm doing a transmission swap. With cars it works awesome no supports needed big SUVs and trucks I have one support I use everytime

[@kdie989898]

@@CountryMileGarage That's pretty impressive! I'm really surprised the vehicle doesn't rock nose to tail. Thanks for the info!

[@CountryMileGarage]

@@kdie989898 rocking from nose to tail is next to nothing. It makes a big difference if you set the adjustable pad right. Even in a regular lift you have a little movement

[@resultbasedhandsonhealing1919]

Can you park other car under neath?

[@CountryMileGarage]

If you really want to you can but I don't think it's really designed for that ... thank you for watching

[@johnmoorhousedecorated-nam899]

Do you trust working under it?

[@CountryMileGarage]

I'm using a tall jack stand at the other side to give it more stability if I'm under there doing serious work. But for like a oil change or something simple like that I don't so far it has worked great and 0 complaints ... thank you for watching

[@seniorxj2931]

How high is your ceiling?

[@CountryMileGarage]

like 10ft high ... thank you for watching

[@stevenwdoolittle1195]

Wow that would scare me under there. Lol

[@CountryMileGarage]

It's pretty stable believe it or not

[@stevenwdoolittle1195]

@@CountryMileGarage really? That awsome then. Very gandy

[@paedahe4975]

@@CountryMileGarage Can it lift a GM Suburban or Yukon?

[@CountryMileGarage]

@@paedahe4975 it should be able to they are a little heavier then the sequoia but not much. Think a Yukon is like 5500 Lbs ?

[@paedahe4975]

@@CountryMileGarage Good to know. Thx!👍

[@smttyschannel4940]

What's the name and where to buy?

[@CountryMileGarage]

Brand is Ideal and I got it through Advanced Auto Parts because that way I have a store I can go to instead of so shady internet page. Hope this helps and thank you for watching

[@adamstitt-wl1wc]

How many thousands?

[@CountryMileGarage]

Not sure what you are talking about ? Money ? thank you for watching

[@adamstitt-wl1wc]

@@CountryMileGarage no I meant gigameters..

[@BobIsoyev]

How heigh it can lift?

[@CountryMileGarage]

High enough to stand under it to work on a vehicle. Thank you for watching

[@Chris-fj9ir]

That looks sketchy.. but for 850.00 usd. .. its a good deal

[@CountryMileGarage]

So far 0 problems and it was a little more than $850 ... thank you for watching

[@prasantamedhi]

Not that safe though..

[@CountryMileGarage]

Still going strong with 0 complaints

[@justinmcbride2985]

I would never get under a Chinese lift , they are known for lying about actual specs

[@CountryMileGarage]

Thank you for watching Justin

[@kc2213]

Lol time to ditch that 1950s mentality.

[@joek7031]

And I wouldn't trust some rando online idiot either..

[@JoeCnNd]

Good luck since we get all our metal from china in the states.

[@JerryDey]

I bought an engine stand on ebay from China and the motor bent it right down almost to the ground. It wasn't even good for half its claimed capacity.