Aldon 4,826 #1 Posted May 20, 2015 Well I saw someone using one of these on a thread this winter and while at HF yesterday one followed me home.I have 3 GT 14's I need to start tearing down and start reviving and I thought that this might make life a lot better on my knees, If any of you have Osgood-Schlatter, you'll agree that any opportunity to avoid knee to ground contact is worth the effort.So it barely fits and is at the limit of the lifts capacity but I think its going to be very effective.Especially once I get the tractor on jack stands and get the wheel s off. Thought I would add some pics in case anyone else is considering one of these. 6 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 38,844 #2 Posted May 20, 2015 It's scary to look at. Build some extensions or you'll have more than your knee to worry about 6 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KC9KAS 4,741 #3 Posted May 20, 2015 Nice lift, but be careful!! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Aldon 4,826 #4 Posted May 20, 2015 I only lifted for purpose of pics today. I will remove wheels and place on jacks and extension is not then absolutely necessary. In fact once it's on jacks, the current width is sufficient.i am however considering how to effectively add extensions as it would broaden its use and my ability to more easily load them on and off. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brrly1 1,146 #5 Posted May 21, 2015 Just hope your extension are heavier than your lift. I have to believe I would be nervous. Good luck Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
546cowboy 301 #6 Posted May 21, 2015 I thought I saw where there were extensions available for those. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Aldon 4,826 #7 Posted May 26, 2015 So with the long weekend, I was able to add some safety factor to my HF lift. I added ramps, rails on the ramp, tie downs to hold the metal ramp to the wooden pieces, stops to keep from rolling too far forward and access to the lift mechanism to raise and lower it. The wrench in photo is only to denote the access hole as the lever needs to be longer to assist with torque. Once on the jack stands, I can safely pull away the wooden additions as it is centered as it would be with motorcycle and similar in weight. All the hardware I had sitting in shop so the additional cost for some lumber and I am still well below what I would have to pay out for for a wider lift. My grandaughter helping me out is a bonus:). 6 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
truckin88 104 #8 Posted May 26, 2015 How much was it? looks great! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RedRanger 1,468 #9 Posted May 26, 2015 That's a lot of wood! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RedRanger 1,468 #10 Posted May 26, 2015 (edited) How top heavy are these lifts? Seems like a lot of weight on that small base.Not to mention, the front jack stands look to be in front of the front uprights. Nose dive? Edited May 26, 2015 by RedRanger Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Aldon 4,826 #11 Posted May 26, 2015 If I felt the lift was precarious One could add additional supports to the sides. it's built and sold for 1000 pound motorcycles. I feel it's safe for working on the tractor now if others so they could add more safety precautions. I paid 300 for the lift and $80 for the wood all in all a bargain . 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jeff lary 171 #12 Posted May 26, 2015 Looks nice, I have looked at the same rig and had the same thoughts. Remember, "God hates a coward !! drive fast and take chances !" Good luck with the new toy Jeff 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gregg'shorses 77 #13 Posted May 28, 2015 The base sure is narrow ,and must be tippy. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
scWHhauler 96 #14 Posted May 28, 2015 I have had 2 of these lifts the first one the pump craped, returned it got a new one put a 4X8 sheet of 5/8 plywood to hold the tractor . It would lift my lawn ranger, but when it came to lifting my GT2500 it would not lift it . craped the second pump now it sets in my shop being used as a junk table. My take, leave it at H F save your $$$ and get a air over hyd. lift. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Catmanii 36 #15 Posted May 28, 2015 I like it, but would have to glue a non slip surface on the metal table where the jack stands are to make sure they didn't move and shift the weight to one side which would be very bad. Overall I like it and see nothing wrong as long as it lifts the tractor just fine. Just don't know how long it will last, but maybe HF has taken care of the pump issue. Hope so. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Justanotherhorseguy603 11 #16 Posted June 12, 2015 I have been thinking about getting one of these but now I'm a little leary. Last thing I want is for it to tip over or fall off the top. Maybe I will keep looking or make one. Thanks for all the info Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WNYPCRepair 1,875 #17 Posted June 13, 2015 Why not just pull the tractor on it while it is down, put it on stands, and then lift it up? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
alswagg 128 #18 Posted June 13, 2015 Looks good. Enjoy it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
