Harbor Freight lifts: Wing extensions and thoughts overall

[YSR_Racer_99]

Cleaned up the garage, and wouldn't feel so bad about putting one of the HF lifts in there now. Tried getting two smaller cars in at the same time, and cursed the @#$@% builder (again). Can fit a 2007 Camry and the Mazda 3 in there together, but its tight (yep, seriously. And sadly). Unless I take out the workbench, and that ain't gonna happen. I see many years of working on ATV's and bikes, and will probably end up with one of the HF lift tables. Problem: Only the most expensive one is designed to accomodate their wings set (takes it from 24' to 48' wide, for ATV and mowers). The extra width is pretty much a must-do if I'm gonna do this. Looking at the PDF manuals for each one, it looks like I could rig the cheapest table (the one thats always on sale) to work with the wings with four U-clamps to hold the poles/ bars of the wings. Would also use a bar down low to widen the base when using the wings. Any thoughts? I'm aware of the chronic coupons from HF.

http://www.harborfreight.com/1000-lb-capacity-motorcycle-lift-91764.html

http://www.harborfreight.com/motorcycle-lift-extension-wings-94830.html

http://www.harborfreight.com/1200-lb-capacity-air-motorcycle-lift-94813.html

[fox_racing_guy]

I have the direct lift pro cycle model from Greg Smith

http://www.gregsmithequipment.com/Direct-Lift-Pro-Cycle-Air-Operated-Lift-p/tpprocycle.htm

I got the extensions with mine and have never used them once in the 8 years I have owned it. If your willing to drive to Indy to pick 1 up you can save the shipping charge.

I painted mine white to help reflect some light back up on whatever I'm working on.

[SAMBUSA]

If you get one, do yourself a favor and pick up the front wheel chock at HF to replace the one that comes on the lift.