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Alright, let’s talk about them car lifts, the ones with two posts, you know? Them things what lift your car up in the air. How much room you need for them? That’s what we’re gonna figure out.

First off, you gotta think about how tall your garage is. You need a good bit of space above the car, ya hear? Them fellas who make these lifts, they say you want at least 12 feet high, 12 feet wide, and 24 feet deep. That’s a whole lot of space, ain’t it? But if you wanna lift that car up high, you gotta have it.

Now, the floor, that’s important too. You can’t just put this thing on any ol’ floor. It needs to be strong, real strong. They say you need concrete, at least 4 inches thick. That’s like, this thick. And when you bolt that lift down, you don’t wanna go drillin’ all the way through the floor, now do ya? They say about 2 and a quarter to 2 and a half inches is just right for them bolts.

• Space above: Gotta have at least 12 feet so the lift don’t hit the ceiling.
• Floor strength: Need that concrete floor, 4 inches thick, that’s what they say.
• Bolts: Don’t go drillin’ too deep, just a couple inches is enough.

Okay, so you got your space, you got your floor. Now where you gonna put the darn thing? Well, that depends. If you got a big ol’ garage, like them fancy folks, you can put it anywhere you want. But if you ain’t got all that space, you gotta be smart about it. Maybe put it in the middle so you can walk around the car, or maybe stick it close to the wall to save some room. It’s all about thinkin’ ahead, ya know?

And listen here, before you go liftin’ up anythin’, you gotta take a good look at your car. Make sure them liftin’ points ain’t all rusty or greasy or messed up. You don’t wanna go droppin’ your car, that’s for sure. That would be a real mess.

Now, them lifts, they come in all shapes and sizes. Some are bigger, some are smaller. So, the space you need, it ain’t always the same. You gotta check the instructions, see what the fella who made it says. They know best, I reckon.

Thinkin’ about gettin’ one of them lifts? Well, you gotta plan it out good. Measure your garage, make sure the floor is strong enough, and figure out where you’re gonna put it. And always, always check your car before you lift it up. Safety first, that’s what I always say.

So, there you have it. Not too complicated, is it? Just gotta use your head a little bit. And remember, a little extra space is always better than not enough. You don’t wanna be bangin’ your head on the ceiling or scrapin’ your car on the walls, now do ya?

One more thing, them car lifts ain’t light. You’ll likely need some help gettin’ it set up. Don’t go tryin’ to be a hero and do it all by yourself. Get a friend, or maybe a couple, to give you a hand. It’ll be a whole lot easier and safer that way. And make sure you read them instructions, even if they are a pain in the neck. They’re there for a reason, ya know?

Anyways, I hope that helps you figure out how much room you need for that there car lift. It ain’t rocket science, but it’s important to get it right. Now go on and get that car up in the air!

And remember, this is just a general idea. Your specific lift might need different space. Always check the manufacturer’s recommendations, that’s the best way to be sure.

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