Old Cars Price Guide

One handy trade publication we highly recommend is Old Cars Weekly magazine. We like it so much, we frequently advertise in it. They post articles catering to classic car enthusiasts who want tips on modifying their favorite vintage ride, and other related subjects. They also put out frequent Price Guide Issues. These issues are dedicated … Continue reading “Old Cars Price Guide”

The Importance of Using the Proper Fluid in Your Automobile

Consumer Reports recently ran an article illustrating the importance of using the proper fluids in your vehicle. One surprising note from the article – Filling your windshield washer fluid reservoir with water is a breeding ground for the bacteria that causes Legionnaires disease. Who knew? So now, it’s not just a dirty windshield you have … Continue reading “The Importance of Using the Proper Fluid in Your Automobile”

Auto Shop Evaporative Cooling Fans

Hot, sweaty days are murder in an auto shop. In the past, you had to throw a couple of portable fans up and just bear it. Or, if you were extremely lucky, you could have air conditioning put in , but at a prohibitive cost. There’s just been no cost effective way to beat the heat – until now. Evaporative … Continue reading “Auto Shop Evaporative Cooling Fans”

Vehicle Falls Off Car Lift

What happens when a vehicle falls off a Car Lift ? It can get ugly. From damaged to destroyed cars. Damaged car lifts. And worst case scenario, injured, or even fatally injured people. Unfortunately, it happens more frequently than you would expect. Why? There are a number of reasons. Sometimes it’s a failure of the … Continue reading “Vehicle Falls Off Car Lift”

Concrete requirements for BendPak Lifts

You’ve heard the old saying, “A house is only as good as the foundation it’s built on”? Well, the same can be said of an Automotive Lift. You can’t just go and mount a two post lift or four post lift to a crumbling, old, soft, out of level concrete floor. That would not be … Continue reading “Concrete requirements for BendPak Lifts”

Two Post Lift Safe Lifting Practices – Part One

Two Post Lift Safe Lifting Practices – Part 1 Automotive Lift manufacturers counsel their customers to get adequate training for their employees when it comes to operating their two post lifts. The Automotive Lift Institute, (ALI) also recommends proper training for technicians and even provides videos and literature to aid in these matters. We highly … Continue reading “Two Post Lift Safe Lifting Practices – Part One”

Automotive Lift Options – Part 3

We focused on two post lifts and in-ground lifts in part one, and spoke about four post lifts and Scissor lifts in part two of our series – Automotive Lift Options. Part three is the final part of this three part series. We will focus on Mobile wheel engaging lifts, Pit Lifts and Parking Lifts. … Continue reading “Automotive Lift Options – Part 3”

Automotive Lift Options – Part 1

There are many different Automotive Lift types, styles and designs out there on the market today. Prior to the 1980’s, if you walked into a typical auto shop, you would most likely find an In-Ground Lift. In-Ground Lifts have the hydraulic reservoir located below the garage floor, in the concrete. They typically employ the use of … Continue reading “Automotive Lift Options – Part 1”

Why Choose BendPak Lifts – Two Post Lifts

Here is a brief outline of why BendPak Two Post Lifts are superior to most other two post lifts out there on the market today. Our Bend Pak Lifts are a smart choice for those who want a top-of-the-line automotive lift, but don’t want to pay top-of-the-line prices. Bend Pak is one of America’s largest … Continue reading “Why Choose BendPak Lifts – Two Post Lifts”

BendPak Lifts Offer Quality and Affordability

Customers looking for a top quality car lift would do well to check out our two post lifts, four post lifts and more specialty lifts by BendPak. Bendpak has been manufacturing automotive shop equipment for over 40 years. We have been carrying their products for over 14 years. We get tremendous feedback on their products. Most of … Continue reading “BendPak Lifts Offer Quality and Affordability”