Harbor Freight Lift Table
Tourer
Joined: May 2014
Posts: 251
Likes: 40
From: Silver City, NM
just remember to place the stationary side first to mark center of table
Cruiser
Joined: May 2015
Posts: 139
Likes: 18
From: North Ga.
I've had problems with every hydraulic jack/lift that I've ever purchased - and the issue has always been due to lack of oil. They might make a full stroke for the first couple of operations, but as the seals wear just a bit, you find the jack just won't lift the vehicle any more - fill it with fluid before worrying about it too seriously.
The HF lift table I bought took almost an entire 16-oz bottle of hydraulic jack fluid in order to top it off. It must have been shipped empty.
Most all hydraulic bottle units will give good service if you top off the cylinder before the first use. I've gotten very good service from every "cheap" hydraulic tool I've bought.
Your mileage might vary. If I wielded tools for my professional career, it would be a different story. But, for the typical home owner, HF is okay by me!
Hope this helps,
John
Seasoned HDF Member
Joined: Jan 2013
Posts: 10,637
Likes: 1,246
From: Lake, Ms
Originally Posted by jhsellers
The HF lift table I bought took almost an entire 16-oz bottle of hydraulic jack fluid in order to top it off. It must have been shipped empty.
Most all hydraulic bottle units will give good service if you top off the cylinder before the first use. I've gotten very good service from every "cheap" hydraulic tool I've bought.
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Joined: Dec 2007
Posts: 13,402
Likes: 941
From: Illinois
12 years on my oldest one and 5 years on the new one. Not a single issue on either. Paid $299 for the latest one. 1000 lb manual.
The old one was a 600lb manual that I used for small bikes and a conversion that I did to thread galvanized water pipes when I got the larger one. Took the ramp off and the front wheel vise. Bolted a pipe vise at each end and used it to redo all the old cold water system in the house. Works great. I think it was $199 when I got it.
The old one was a 600lb manual that I used for small bikes and a conversion that I did to thread galvanized water pipes when I got the larger one. Took the ramp off and the front wheel vise. Bolted a pipe vise at each end and used it to redo all the old cold water system in the house. Works great. I think it was $199 when I got it.
Last edited by lh4x4; Jan 18, 2017 at 01:03 AM.
Cruiser
Joined: Apr 2014
Posts: 164
Likes: 8
From: Colorado
Originally Posted by Just Me
Harbor Freight table with their cheap tire clamp. Works awesome, cant complain about the entire setup. Got $350 invested in the entire setup with tax. Well worth the money!
Thanks! Great pic!
Road Warrior
Joined: Aug 2008
Posts: 1,784
Likes: 92
From: Michigan
No not safely. If you make up a wood box 8"x48" and lay it beside the lift then you have a place to put your feet.
I actually push mine on. In the pic I took one of my folding loading ramps apart and used the one half to lay down to make it a long easy push up onto the table. Its held in place with 2 pins, remove them and lift the table.
I actually push mine on. In the pic I took one of my folding loading ramps apart and used the one half to lay down to make it a long easy push up onto the table. Its held in place with 2 pins, remove them and lift the table.
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Joined: Mar 2005
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From: The 1980's
I've had problems with every hydraulic jack/lift that I've ever purchased - and the issue has always been due to lack of oil. They might make a full stroke for the first couple of operations, but as the seals wear just a bit, you find the jack just won't lift the vehicle any more - fill it with fluid before worrying about it too seriously.
The HF lift table I bought took almost an entire 16-oz bottle of hydraulic jack fluid in order to top it off. It must have been shipped empty.
Most all hydraulic bottle units will give good service if you top off the cylinder before the first use. I've gotten very good service from every "cheap" hydraulic tool I've bought.
Your mileage might vary. If I wielded tools for my professional career, it would be a different story. But, for the typical home owner, HF is okay by me!
Hope this helps,
John
The HF lift table I bought took almost an entire 16-oz bottle of hydraulic jack fluid in order to top it off. It must have been shipped empty.
Most all hydraulic bottle units will give good service if you top off the cylinder before the first use. I've gotten very good service from every "cheap" hydraulic tool I've bought.
Your mileage might vary. If I wielded tools for my professional career, it would be a different story. But, for the typical home owner, HF is okay by me!
Hope this helps,
John
Road Warrior
Joined: Aug 2007
Posts: 1,564
Likes: 67
From: Oakdale Ca.
I can't complain bought mine in 2000 rebuilt jack in 2001. I use mine all the time 4dirt bikes 2 Electra glides 1 fxr and 2 dynas .repaired various motors trannys and repaired friends rides with out a hiccup. Best 300.00 I have spent for my bikes.