Autolift 3000

[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.)

[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.

[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: