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iDEAL MSC-18K-X-236 Mobile Column Lift, Two Column Set, 36,000 lbs. ALI...

iDEAL MSC-18K-X-236 Mobile Column Lift, Two Column Set, 36,000 lbs. ALI...

Regular price $21,160.00 USD
Regular price $25,399.00 USD Sale price $21,160.00 USD
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Two Columns. 36,000 lb Total Capacity. ALI Certified Mobile Lift.
The iDEAL MSC-18K-X-236 Mobile Column Lift is a two-column set with 36,000 lb total capacity (18,000 lb per column), ALI-certified for safety and compliance. Mobile column lifts are the preferred solution for lifting medium and heavy-duty vehicles including box trucks, buses, RVs, and fleet vehicles that won't fit on a standard two-post lift.
Each column is a self-contained wheeled unit with its own hydraulic system and wireless or wired controls. Columns are positioned around the vehicle's wheels, then synchronized to raise the entire vehicle evenly.
ALI certification is the gold standard in US lift safety certification, and it's a requirement for many commercial fleet and regulatory service applications. iDEAL's mobile column lineup is widely used in fleet maintenance, transit agencies, and heavy-vehicle shops.
Specifications
• Total Capacity: 36,000 lbs (2-column set)
• Per-Column Capacity: 18,000 lbs
• Model: MSC-18K-X-236
• Certification: ALI certified
Features
• ALI-certified safety compliance
• Mobile – no fixed installation required
• Suitable for trucks, buses, RVs, fleet vehicles
• Expandable – add columns for more capacity
• iDEAL brand support and parts availability
• Professional fleet maintenance solution
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Karen M.
Super heavy, but works great

Super heavy, but works great. As advertised, directions were exceptionally vague and comical but it's rather intuitive. A note on power: It comes wired with a 110V cord and says that it requires 30A of power, and it is not a joke.

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John S.
Assembled by myself in an evening

I assembled this by myself in an evening after work. Maybe took about 6 hours to erect it using my engine hoist. I have no complaints.

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Manny M.
Great product, seller easy to work with

The seller was easy to work with. Overall, it's a great product, the only frustration that I had was the instructions are not very good and I had pieces and bolts which the instructions did not show but once I got it figured out it works great.

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Samantha S.
Really enjoying it

Really enjoying it. No issues. Used for 6 months now

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jay B.
Several better features than expected

I already owned four (four-post) lifts made by a different brand. When purchasing this lift, it had several better features that I did not expect. 1. The cables were pre-routed under the ramps so the trouble of figuring out where they should go has been eliminated.

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Brian M.
No problems

I use everyday mostly on trucks. No problems. With that said it's not American made so you get what you paid for.

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Mike M.
Able to compare directly

I needed two lifts for my auto shop. I got one local from a guy who buys containers of them and then sells them for a small mark up. So, I had it assembled before this one arrived and was able to compare directly.

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Manny M.
Works great once figured out

The seller was easy to work with. Overall, it's a great product, the only frustration that I had was the instructions are not very good and I had pieces and bolts which the instructions did not show but once I got it figured out it works great.

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Mark B.
Perfect lift for the one man show

Perfect lift for the one man show, the wheel kit works perfectly to move around on a smooth floor . lift showed up a day early than was expected, so make sure you have a fork lift lined up when you order it .

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Suelyn N.
Best decision hubby made ever

It's a big purchase!! BEST decision hubby made ever, the reviews were mixed and everything we read about it, the seller made right.... no Brainer We had no issues at all! Easy install if you're mechanically inclined Hubby still raves about it every other day

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Farr S.
Great way to store cars and do maintenance

Like the 3/16" and 1/4" steel construction, black powder coating, included jack support, don't like the lift speed or the ramps (heavy) that have to be manually removed and installed. Overall, great product, it's a great way to store cars and do maintenance on your vehicles.

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Joseph N.
Very prompt delivery

Very prompt delivery, crate was a little beat up 1 post was hanging out and was pressed up to the side of the trailer wall, took a little bit of fanagling to get it out of the semi trailer,started the assembly and the 2 of the cables were switched on the pulley.

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Denielle H.
Surprised how good it was for the money

I was surprised how good it was for the money its ez to put up if you are good with your hands. But if you are not mechanical not so good. Its very thick steel very sturdy goes up fast ez to get even left to right just adjust the cables . Picks up my car with out trouble at all. Love how good the locks lock and release.

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Daniel A.
Seems well put together

Bought this a bit ago and have been using it religiously. Seems well put together, it's heavy to unload and assemble, but needs to be given the capacity. I've lifted some heavy vehicles on it as you can see.

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Donavin B.
Shipping was quick

Shipping was quick, I paid $350 extra to have the lift placed directly into my home garage for teardown, which saved a lot of time.

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Dan M.
Finally installed my lift

Finally installed my lift. Triumph NSS-8 X1 the "do it yourself" version where the ramps etc have to be assembled. Took about 90 minutes to fully unload and lay out the parts. Probably 3-4 more hours of assembly and 2 more hours of fine tuning the cables and lock releases. My buddy and I assembled it with basic tools And a small stepladder to leverage stuff on. The instructions suck but are also pretty much unnecessary as it's pretty self explanatory if you have ANY mechanical aptitude.

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Casey C.
Arrived faster than expected

Arrived faster than expected. Had some minor cosmetic damage but the seller made it right. I am not a professional but would recommend using different concrete anchors than what were provided. Be sure to have one someone who understands electrical and concrete anchoring. Be safe be smart and this will be a great investment.

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Michael T.
Shipped and arrived very quick

It shipped and arrived very quick. Customer support has been great, was missing release knob and drip trays were damaged during packing, but the vendor is replacing. At this time I am very happy with my lift. I would recommend at least 1 helper, otherwise assembly will be challenging. It is fairly heavy. I used my floor jacks, and engine hoist to help with heavy lifting.

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Schnerch T.
The 4 post lift is a great product

The 4 post lift is a great product. The assembly instructions not so much. The ramps are very heavy and were difficult to lift into place. The pump is heavy duty and lifts my vehicles easily. Overall worth the money and effort to assemble. Be sure to watch some You Tube videos on assembly and adjusting the cables.

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Saeid A.
A little flimsy but works

its useable but its a little flimsy , if i had the choice again I would pay the extra money and get a more stable hoist. other then that everything worked great except the anchor bolts that came with it. I got some better ones off amazon i went with 5 and 1/2 inch 3/4 wedge anchor's.

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Solley R.
Everything seems to be in order

It was a very easy process to order. Putting together was simple an self explanatory. Be prepared to deal with the weight when putting together. I used 2 people and an engine hoist. Everything seems to be in order and operating well.

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Frances R.
Installed and very happy

I installed this awhile ago and am very happy. Easy install with helpper. Happy. Works well on my garage.

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Ryan W.
Quality build, delivered on-time

Installed in about 5 hours. quality build, delivered on-time. Other than a few welds not being very pretty and some paint scuffed off from shipping, no complaints.

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Buck W.
Very pleased with the lifts

Have purchased two of these lifts recently, expedient delivery, great value, easy assembly, instructions not great. Very pleased with the lifts, would recommend.

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Chris W.
Fine, a few scratches

The equipment itself was fine a few scratches but overall in good condition

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Siciliano G.
Great, no problems

Great,no problems

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Michael S.
Arrived fast

Arrived fast, I shipped it right to my home address and just rented a forklift for the day which was 180$ and then 40$ each way to drop it off and pick it back up very fair priced rental if you ask me, unloaded easy with the forklift onto 2 square dollys, wouldn't use the hardware they provide to install it I would get your own and do some research before installing.

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Gary G.
Great product

Great product. Need a few extra hands when it comes time to assemble. So far no complaints

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Johnathan K.
Oil is leaking from the valve body

oil is leaking from the valve body

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Mark K.
Great value for home use

For home use. Had a few things that needed adjustment, but if you're putting in a lift you'll be able to handle them. Electrical contact was jammed Inside the connection box, so I replaced with a momentary toggle switch as it frees up room over the supplied switch. It's not top quality, but a great value for home use. I'd buy it again.