Posts Tagged ‘Auto Lifts’

NTC-910 Semi Automatic Tire Changer

Thursday, July 23rd, 2009

Using the latest equipment of any type regardless of which business you are in has always shown a positive sign to all customers. It gives them a feel that the business is up to date with the latest gadgets and machinery that they feel is required in the 21st century. As times have passed by more and more jobs are demanded to be done at a much faster pace than normal. It is just how life has become. The sample principle applied to the tire industry. Any work related to tires is expected to be completed at a fast pace. In the earlier years where mechanics were required to do the work using physical labour, it was understandable that the job would take longer than expected. However as technology has developed in all aspects of the motoring world including tire equipment, customers expect to be able to have their tire work done with in a matter of minutes. This is only achievable by the use of tire equipment. Seeing that there are such a variety of tire equipments on the market today, it really creates a dilemma for a mechanic to decide which one they would be better of investing in. Seeing that the price is in thousands, one has to be careful as it is a long term investment that will be made. If you are looking to save money and don’t mind the tire equipment being semi automatic, you will be better of going of the NTC-910 Semi Automatic Tire Changer.

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NTC-950A Automatic Tire Changer

Monday, July 20th, 2009

Trying to pick out the correct tire equipment for your garage can be quite a difficult task. Especially if you require more than one seeing that you have various branches around different parts of the city or even country for that matter. With there being a large variety of tire equipments in the market today, it has made it more difficult for which ones to choose and which ones not to. In previous years where everything was done by hand, the efficiency achieved by any particular garage was not as efficient as that achieved using tire equipment. Due to this it is a definite must have in a garage based business, otherwise can have a negative effect on your entire business as a whole. Using new and up to date machinery always sends out a positive message to many customers as they feel that you are correctly equipped with the correct equipment to do the work both effectively and efficiently. One such piece of tire equipment that can be used by many garages alike is the NTC-950A Automatic Tire Changer. This is more aimed towards the garages that are smaller in size and looking to utilize space to their best advantage. All the tools that are fitted on to this particular tire equipment are made of great quality with excellent finishing. They have no such areas that are very hazardous to the user of the machine and have been designed in such a way that can be used by any individual.

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NJS-1500 1,500 Lb. Under Hoist Stand

Tuesday, June 30th, 2009

Many garages tend to over look basic shop equipment. One such piece of shop equipment was the NJS-1500 1,500 LB Under Hoist Stand, however as the motor industry has seen advancements in vehicles all over including their weight, manufactures had to come up with something that could meet the demand. This in result made them create and advanced version of the NJS-1500 1,500 LB Under Hoist Stand known as the NJS-4000 4,000 LB Hoist Stand. It practically offers the same features as the standard NJS-1500 1,500 LB Under Hoist Stand but the only major difference is that is has the capacity to hold up to 4000 pounds. This is a very ideal piece of shop equipment as nearly all cars nowadays weigh over 2000 pounds except the small mini versions you may see occasionally. Having a NJS-4000 4,000 LB Hoist Stand simply eliminates the worry of having a heavy vehicle come in to the garage for repair. In today’s day and age especially for those garages that also deal with industrial vehicles, the NJS-4000 4,000 LB Hoist Stand could be a viable investment. Not only will it increase the potential customer market, but will also show a good reputation to many competitors that you are up to date with your shop equipment. Nowadays the garage that has the latest and more up to date machinery are the ones that are the most successful and understandably so. If you already don’t have one, then you should definitely consider getting a NJS-4000 4,000 LB Hoist Stand.

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Important Features of a Tire Balancer

Monday, June 15th, 2009

A tire balancer is an instrument on which the wheels of automobiles and trucks are balanced so that they can provide a smooth running to the car.

A tire balancer is a very important device for any spare parts shop and/or garages that are involved in the buying and selling and alignment of tires. Balancer once bought is used for many years to come.

The main features of any tire balancer include auto distance measurement, wheel diameter measurement, self-calibration and the capacity to balance tires of all shapes and sizes. These standard features are available in all tires sold by National Auto Tools. There is a wide selection or variety of balancers available to choose from; from which the best balancer for small cars is the NTB-580 Electric Wheel Balancer which has a cycle time of almost 8 seconds. The best balancer for servicing of trucks is the NTB-1200 Electronic wheel balancer which not only provides a cycle time of 8 seconds but also can balance large wheels up to a diameter of 24 inches.

The balancers sold at National Auto Tools meet the highest quality available in the market with the best comparative prices and free shipping. Few advantages of balancer include safety and security of tires as they are firstly well aligned and proportioned before being used and secondly it is cheaper to use a balancer rather then paying accidents and road damage costs.

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NSP-4.5 Single Post Auto Lift

Thursday, June 4th, 2009

Single post auto lifts are perfect for your personal lift needs in your home garage or shop. Single post lifts are typically used for storing one automobile over another when you need to save space. These lifts can also be used for many small automotive repairs. Commonly used in body shops, automotive lifts have now become more accessible to individuals with storage and repair needs as the quality of these single post lifts has increased and the prices have become more affordable with the introduction of new manufacturers.

The NSP-4.5 single post lift has a capacity of 4500 lbs while only occupying 9 feet 5 inches of garage space. Ideal for home garages, the lifting height of the NSP-4.5 lift is 70.5 inches. With a wheel base of 130 inches and a total length just under 16 feet, it offers maximum benefits while using minimum space.

This lift offers you durability and security at an affordable price. The NSP-4.5 single post lift operates on a direct cylinder system. It uses two direct drive cylinders in order to directly lift the carriage of the vehicle that eliminates the need for chains, cables and pulleys which take up space and run the risk of unexpected part failure.

The NSP-4.5 single post lift can easily be installed in your home garage or automotive body repair shop with minimal labor. The NSP-4.5 single post lift uses a 220 volt electrical receptacle. Perfect for your everyday needs, the NSP-4.5 single post automotive lift has a lifetime guarantee and is sure to fit your budget and garage space.

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NSS-XLT 8000 Four Post Auto Lift

Monday, June 1st, 2009

The NSS-XLT 8000 is the big brother to the NSS-8.  This model offers all of the safety, reliability and affordability the NSS-8 has to offer but is specially designed for Texas sized pick up trucks and SUV’s.  With an additional 20 inches for wheelbase and 10 extra inches of rise, the NSS-XLT 8000 is sure to please auto enthusiasts and shop owners, alike.  The NSS-XLT’s track length is also 15 inches longer than the NSS-8.

The NSS-XLT 8000 service storage four post automotive lift comes complete with caster kit, jack tray and three dip trays which keep fluids from leaking from the above stored vehicle to the vehicle or garage space below.   The jack tray allows for use of a bottle or floor jack and the caster kit allows for mobility of the lift in your garage or shop area.  The caster kit also allows you to use the NSS-8 outdoors and is perfect for washing fleet vehicles.

The NSS-8 has a lifting capacity of 8000 lbs and is constructed of top quality, durable materials to ensure long lasting results.  Four post lifts allow for overhead storage of one vehicle above another.  The NSS-8 is multi functional, providing secure storage and accessibility for your vehicles while freeing up work space.    The NSS-8 gives you space to park two vehicles in one space while offering you the flexibility to do brake and exhaust work as well as oil changes.

The NSS-XLT 8000 has a powder coat finish that will keep your lift free of corrosion and rust.  This four post automotive lift runs standard on 110 volt single phase power but 220 volt is available on request.   The NSS-8 is the perfect solution for your auto storage and service needs for vehicles under 8000 lbs.

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NTO-12 Two Post Symmetric Auto Lift

Monday, May 11th, 2009

With a 12000 lb weight capacity, the NTO-12 two post symmetric lift is perfect for those heavy duty jobs. Designed for commercial body shops, the NTO-12 comes with height adapters that enable you to work on any vehicle frame with ease, standing flat on the shop floor.

The NT0-12 will accommodate large trucks and heavy passenger vehicles with 110 inches of width between the two sturdy lift columns. Two posts lifts are tried and true, having been the standard in garages nationwide for the past 20 years. Providing users with room to move tools and other equipment, these lifts are ideal for oil changes and under carriage repairs on even the largest trucks.

This lift comes with a standard cut off switch and backup cable, ensuring that vehicles are lifted safely to the correct height and guarantee that the vehicle will not be lifted higher than intended. This two post lift is perfect for your high traffic automotive business and is a wise investment for the construction business owner looking to lower costs by using their own personal shop space for repairs.

This overhead lift offers a drive through width of 8 ¼ feet and a lifting height of roughly 6 feet. Direct drive cylinders provide smooth movement and aircraft size synchronization cables guarantee equal vehicle lift, every time. This two post lift is perfect for shops that specialize in tire repair, wheel replacement and under carriage repairs of heavy commercial grade trucks. The NTO-12 comes with truck adapters and its own 220 volt single phase power unit.

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Types of Car Lifts

Monday, April 20th, 2009

A car lift is a machine or device which is usually used by garages, dealers or individuals so as to store and lift many cars in the space available to them.

There are different types of car lifts available ranging from low ceiling narrow width 2 Post Lift, one post parking car lift, low rise car lift, portable car lift, floor mounted car lift, four post car lift and high ceiling car storage lift. These auto lifts can cost between $1,600 to $ 6,000.

While looking for which car lift to buy remember to take into account any obstructions like overhead garage door openers, low ceilings and space availability

A car lift such as two post lift and four post lift have some specific requirements as far as concrete is concerned. For instance, for a seven thousand to ten thousand two post car lift minimum PSI concrete requirement is three thousand and so on. On the other hand, storage lifts and other lifts with larger dimensions do not have any specific concrete requirements.

The advantages of using car lifts are multiple transportation of cars simultaneously is possible, low cost since the cars are transported in lots and not individually and lastly the lift reduces the risks of physical damage being caused to cars together with the wear and tear and other maintenance charges are also reduced to a minimum.

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Every shop needs a auto lift

Tuesday, March 17th, 2009

Auto lifts have become very affordable over the past decade.  You can now buy a two post auto lift or four post auto lift for a reasonable price that will not leave your bank account empty.  Quality has improved and the lift span of an auto lift has increased.  There are many choices when buying an auto lift and you must consider many things.

First consideration when buying an auto lift is how much weight will you be lifting.  The capacity of the auto lift is very important.  Second consideration is what will you be doing with the auto lift.  A four post lift is mainly used for storage but can be used for working.  A tow post lift is mainly used for working and is not recomended for storage.  Third consideration is how high is you ceiling.  some ceilings are not high enough to fit an overhead two post auto lift.  If this is the case, then you might consider a low ceiling two post auto lift.  If buying a four post lift for storage, you need to add the heigh of the two vehicles you will be storing and add another 6 inches for safety.

These are just some of the things to consider when buying your auto lift.  Good luck and check out our site for all your auto lift needs.

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Car Lifts on the Wish List

Wednesday, February 11th, 2009

Car lifts make the wish list of every home mechanic working without one. Obsolete or poorly functioning car lifts in a commercial garage are at the top of any professional car technician’s gripe list.

Whether you’re managing a team of ASE certified techs at car dealership with an out-of- date car lift… or just trying to work on a few cars you own… the right vehicle lift will make you more productive and your work easier.

Car lifts are the bulk of our business at National Auto Tools. For the past 25 years, hobbyists and commercial garages have trusted our family-owned company for quality car lifts.

Car Lifts Direct at Unbeatable Prices

We sell and ship car lifts in high volume and deal directly with an ISO 9000 certified car lift maker. For you, that means great prices on top quality auto lifts like our 9,000 lb two post floor plate car lift for only $1365.00.

You’ll find a large selection of car lifts on our website and friendly car lift experts ready to help you select the right car lift when you call 1-866-563-LIFT. If you need a custom car lift, we can have one made to your specifications.

Imagine how much easier your repair work could be with a 9,000 lb capacity two post floor plate car lift or any of our other excellent car lifts.

Quality Commercial Grade Car Lifts

If you own a garage and are tired of hearing the techs complain to you about one of your car lifts, call us today at 1-866-563-LIFT. You’ll be pleasantly surprised at how little a new car lift costs. If you’re equipping a home garage, you’ll find affordable prices on commercial grade car lifts.

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