Not every lift fits everywhere. When work happens often, tools need room to grow beyond home setups. Weight limits matter more where vehicles change daily. Some decide based on dollars spent, ignoring what years can punish. Safety isn’t optional even if speed calls. Mistakes like these often cause machines to stop working, create unsafe conditions, or wear out too soon. Knowing what goes wrong most frequently makes it more likely to choose the correct setup from the beginning.

Mistake 1: Underestimating Load Capacity Requirements

A typical error happens when choosing a floor jack just by how heavy the car is – ignoring shifts in force during use. Vehicles meant for business might hold lopsided burdens, extra items, or differ in weight across axles. READ MORE