{"id":569,"date":"2023-10-27T14:00:46","date_gmt":"2023-10-27T14:00:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/blog\/?p=569"},"modified":"2025-10-30T00:58:48","modified_gmt":"2025-10-30T00:58:48","slug":"how-to-install-a-two-post-auto-lift","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/blog\/how-to-install-a-two-post-auto-lift\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Install a Two Post Auto Lift"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/logo_ideas22_web_addy.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-625 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/logo_ideas22_web_addy-300x90.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"90\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/logo_ideas22_web_addy-300x90.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/logo_ideas22_web_addy-624x187.jpg 624w, https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/logo_ideas22_web_addy.jpg 750w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a>How to Install a Two Post Auto Lift<\/p>\n<p>Installing a two post car lift requires setting the two towers into place, securing them to the concrete via anchors, and final assembly of the arms, cables, and other parts.<\/p>\n<p>Installing a car lift can seem like a daunting task to the first-timer, but it\u2019s really not as difficult as it sounds.\u00a0 It all comes down to setup, anchoring, and final assembly.\u00a0 In this tutorial we\u2019ll walk you through the installation of the most commonly sold 9,000 lb two post lift in the USA today, the clear-floor Kernel TP9KACX lift.\u00a0 All of the content found below can also be viewed in video form by going to <a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/1AN4pqq95hA\">here<\/a> and watching our install video.\u00a0 We hope you find his info helpful, and we hope you\u2019ll consider www.RedlineStands.com for your auto lift purchase.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/1AN4pqq95hA?si=k4yoLzL3HKlmlX9d\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>Step 1<br \/>\nOnce you\u2019ve decided the general area where you intend to install your lift and BEFORE you purchase the lift, you\u2019ll want to drill a small test hole a few feet away from where the lift will be.\u00a0 Check your manual and make sure you know the minimum thickness the lift requires.\u00a0 At this point, we recommend putting a piece of tape X inches from the end of your masonry bit, drilling down into the concrete, and making sure you do not fully penetrate the slab before your marker-tape reaches the slab.\u00a0 The X is normally 4 inches, but is often 6 inches or more for larger lifts, so be sure to read your manual for this requirement. If you\u2019re unsure about your floor\u2019s suitability, check out our detailed guide on <a class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/blog\/concrete-requirements-for-car-lifts\/\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"941\" data-end=\"1055\">Concrete Requirements for Car Lifts<\/a> to understand the ideal thickness, PSI rating, and reinforcement type your slab should have before installing a lift.<br \/>\nAssuming you determine the slab is thicker than the minimum requirement for your lift, you can proceed with the install with one exception.\u00a0 Lift manuals always specify the strength rating of the concrete required, as well as the type of reinforcement.\u00a0 We find that most customers erect a lift on their existing slab and have little to no idea of the concrete\u2019s strength or type of reinforcement.\u00a0 Assuming you did not pour your slab yourself and have no knowledge of the psi rating of the concrete or the type of reinforcement, we recommend erring on the side of caution.\u00a0 This means only lifting vehicles that are not heavy.\u00a0 No big SUV\u2019s, diesel pickup trucks, etc.\u00a0 While this is still not a guarantee of safety, it\u2019s better than nothing.\u00a0 Assuming you are either confident in your concrete, or are willing to accept the associated risks of installing a lift onto concrete of both an unknown strength and reinforcement type, you can then proceed.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture1.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-570\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture1-300x181.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"181\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture1-300x181.png 300w, https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture1.png 387w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture2.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-571\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture2-300x183.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"183\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture2-300x183.png 300w, https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture2.png 384w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Step 2<br \/>\nAssuming you have determined your concrete is thick enough and strong enough, it\u2019s now time to figure out where you plan to put the lift.\u00a0 The longest vehicle you\u2019ll ever lift is likely to be 22 feet long, so we recommend erecting your lift no less than 11 ft from the nearest wall both forward and rearward.\u00a0 Assuming you have ample space, we like to install our lifts no less than 16 feet from the wall, which will give you 11 feet for the vehicle, and an extra 5 feet of working room.<\/p>\n<p>Step 3<br \/>\nOnce you\u2019ve purchased your lift and moved it to the install area, unpack your two post lift.\u00a0 This part is easy on your brain and hard on your body.\u00a0 Start by removing all the packaging and remove any components that are not part of the main towers.\u00a0 Remove the arms, overhead bar, power unit, truck adapters, lift feet\/pads, hardware kit, you name it.\u00a0 Get it all out of the towers so that the towers are as light as possible.\u00a0 Once you\u2019ve done this, you\u2019ll need a means by which to support the towers from the end so that you can unbolt the bare steel frames from each end.\u00a0 An engine hoist will do great for this.\u00a0 Just use the hoist to support the weight, remove packaging plates at each end, and separate the towers.\u00a0 We recommend having a friend from this part forward.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture3.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-572\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture3-300x231.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"231\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture3-300x231.png 300w, https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture3.png 381w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Step 4<br \/>\nNow that we know where the lift is to be installed and that the concrete is thick enough, we\u2019ll pop a chalk line across the floor so that we can stand up the towers and align them where we\u2019d like them to be.\u00a0 Standing the towers up can be done with two men.\u00a0 If your lift does not feature one piece columns and has a ~3ft extension that must be bolted in place, we recommend doing that while the towers are still lying on the ground.\u00a0 In our case for this lift installation pictured, the towers are made from one piece of steel, so there are no column extensions to bolt in place.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture4.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-573\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture4-300x188.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"188\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture4-300x188.png 300w, https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture4.png 383w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture5.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-574\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture5-300x187.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"187\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture5-300x187.png 300w, https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture5.png 383w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Step 5<br \/>\nNow that the towers are standing upright and you\u2019ve walked them into place so that they\u2019re properly aligned to the chalk line, you must then properly space the towers apart.\u00a0 Refer to your manual!\u00a0 At the time of writing this blog, the TP9KACX towers must be spaced 138\u201d from the outside of the base plates.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture6.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-575\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture6.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"508\" height=\"455\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Step 6<br \/>\nNow it\u2019s time to start drilling holes in the concrete.\u00a0 Using the appropriate size masonry bit and a hammer drill, you\u2019ll want to drill the first hole through any one of the base plate holes.\u00a0 Drill all the way through the slab until reaching dirt, and then use an air blow gun to blow all the dust and debris out of the hole.\u00a0 A shop vac can also be used to remove the dust from the hole.\u00a0 DO NOT drill the second hole at this point.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture7.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture7-300x178.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"347\" height=\"206\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture7-300x178.png 300w, https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture7.png 414w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 347px) 100vw, 347px\" \/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture8.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-577\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture8-300x206.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"206\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture8-300x206.png 300w, https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture8.png 359w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Step 7<br \/>\nIn this step, we discuss the optional use of adhesives to help the anchors secure to the concrete.\u00a0 If you do not wish to use an adhesive, you can skip this step.\u00a0 However, we recommend this step as it will help to ensure your concrete anchors do not loosen over time.<\/p>\n<p>We recommend using AC100+Gold adhesive on the concrete anchors.\u00a0 This is a two-part adhesive that you\u2019ll apply to the expanding end of the anchor right before driving the anchor into the hole.\u00a0 Do not mix this adhesive until it\u2019s time.\u00a0 In warm climates, the working time of this adhesive can easily be less than 1 minute, so being prepared is key.\u00a0 You\u2019ll simply install the washer, lock washer, and nut onto the end of the anchor.\u00a0 We like to leave the nut only threaded onto the anchor so that it\u2019s flush with the end of the anchor.\u00a0 This helps ensure as you hammer on the anchor, that it does not \u201cmushroom\u201d the end of the anchor to the point the nut can no longer be removed.\u00a0 Next, you\u2019ll spread the mixed epoxy on the \u201cexpanding\u201d end of the anchor, and then hammer the anchor into the hole until it cannot go any further.\u00a0 Once the anchor is installed, you must then tighten the anchor with a wrench so as to fully expand the anchor inside the hole.\u00a0 This will ensure the anchor is held in place both via adhesive, as well as by the mechanical action of the expanding anchor.\u00a0 It is terribly important the anchor be tightened and torqued to the spec provided by the manual \u201cwhile the adhesive is still wet.\u201d\u00a0 If you allow the adhesive to cure inside the hole without first tightening the anchor, the anchor will not later expand because the adhesive will have essentially glued the anchor closed.\u00a0 Once the first anchor is done, you can now perform the same action with the second anchor, but be sure to pick an anchor opposite that of the first anchor.\u00a0 Only once the 2<sup>nd<\/sup> anchor is complete can you proceed with all the remaining anchors.\u00a0 Do not attempt to do them all at once.\u00a0 Performing these actions in the order specified above will ensure you do not drill all the holes, install a few anchors, and discover that the remaining anchors no longer align with the holes in the concrete.\u00a0 DO NOT use an impact on these anchors.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture9.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-578\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture9-300x198.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"314\" height=\"207\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture9-300x198.png 300w, https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture9.png 615w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 314px) 100vw, 314px\" \/><\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture10.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-579\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture10-300x207.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"207\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture10-300x207.png 300w, https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture10.png 370w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture11.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-580\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture11-300x197.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"312\" height=\"205\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture11-300x197.png 300w, https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture11.png 389w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 312px) 100vw, 312px\" \/><\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture12.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-581\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture12-300x192.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"192\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture12-300x192.png 300w, https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture12.png 366w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture13.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-582\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture13-300x179.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"322\" height=\"192\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture13-300x179.png 300w, https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture13.png 396w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 322px) 100vw, 322px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Step 8<br \/>\nNow that the first tower is secured to the concrete, we\u2019ll wait the recommended amount of time for the adhesive to cure as per the chart on the tube, and then we\u2019ll install the shims that come with the lift to get the tower plumb.\u00a0 You\u2019ll use a level against the side of the tower, loosen the freshly tightened anchor bolts, and then add shims as needed until the tower is perfectly plumb, and then retorque the anchors.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture14.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-583\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture14-300x174.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"350\" height=\"203\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture14-300x174.png 300w, https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture14.png 399w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 350px) 100vw, 350px\" \/><\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture15.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-584\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture15-300x191.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"320\" height=\"204\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture15-300x191.png 300w, https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture15.png 362w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 320px) 100vw, 320px\" \/><\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture16.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-585\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture16-300x206.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"299\" height=\"205\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture16-300x206.png 300w, https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture16.png 384w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 299px) 100vw, 299px\" \/><\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture17.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-586\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture17-300x203.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"203\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture17-300x203.png 300w, https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture17.png 391w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Step 9<br \/>\nMost first-time-installers think when you finish anchoring the first tower, it\u2019s time to anchor the second tower, but that\u2019s not correct.\u00a0 At this point in the process, we\u2019ll fully assemble and install the overhead bar.\u00a0 This requires attaching the wiring to the limit switch, bolting the limit switch in place, bolting bracketry in place for the overhead shutoff bar, installing the overhead shutoff bar, and finally, securing the limit switch arm in place so that when the shutoff bar is raised, the limit switch opens and kills power to the lift.\u00a0 Finally, two people will carry the overhead bar up two ladders and bolt it into place.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture18.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-587\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture18-300x202.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"304\" height=\"205\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture18-300x202.png 300w, https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture18.png 390w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 304px) 100vw, 304px\" \/><\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture19.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-588\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture19-300x207.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"207\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture19-300x207.png 300w, https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture19.png 382w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture20.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-589\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture20-300x203.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"306\" height=\"207\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture20-300x203.png 300w, https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture20.png 376w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 306px) 100vw, 306px\" \/><\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture21.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-590\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture21-300x194.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"194\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture21-300x194.png 300w, https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture21.png 394w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture22.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-591\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture22-300x163.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"357\" height=\"194\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture22-300x163.png 300w, https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture22.png 423w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 357px) 100vw, 357px\" \/><\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture23.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-592\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture23-300x179.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"325\" height=\"194\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture23-300x179.png 300w, https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture23.png 403w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 325px) 100vw, 325px\" \/><\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture24.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-593\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture24-300x207.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"207\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture24-300x207.png 300w, https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture24.png 350w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Step 10<br \/>\nNow that the overhead bar is secured in place and the 1<sup>st<\/sup> tower is anchored into the concrete, its now time to plumb the 2<sup>nd<\/sup> tower and anchor it to the concrete.\u00a0 At this point, we recommend abandoning the outside to outside measurement that we spoke about earlier in this article.\u00a0 It\u2019s far more important that the towers be \u201cplumb\u201d than spaced according to the manual.\u00a0 Thus, you\u2019ll again set a level against the second tower, and then use a hammer to bump the base of the tower either inward or outward until the tower is perfectly perpendicular with the concrete.\u00a0 So what if the spacing of the towers changes from 138\u201d to 137.5\u201d?\u00a0 The towers must be plumb above all.\u00a0 Once you have the tower perfectly positioned, repeat the process outlined earlier to secure the second tower to the concrete.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture25.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-594\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture25-300x187.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"187\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture25-300x187.png 300w, https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture25.png 350w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture26.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-595\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture26-300x177.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"315\" height=\"186\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture26-300x177.png 300w, https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture26.png 370w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 315px) 100vw, 315px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Step 11<br \/>\nIn step 11, you\u2019ll hang the power unit.\u00a0 We recommend doing this with 2 people in order to avoid the possibility of dropping the power unit and causing significant damage to the unit.\u00a0 We also recommend pre-installing the top two hanging bolts into the power unit.\u00a0 This will allow you hang the power unit into the slots on the mount found on the tower versus trying to put the bolts into holes in the lift, all the while holding up the power unit.\u00a0 Once you\u2019ve got it hung, tighten the bolts.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture27.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-596\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture27-300x201.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"312\" height=\"209\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture27-300x201.png 300w, https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture27.png 391w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 312px) 100vw, 312px\" \/><\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture28.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-597\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture28-300x210.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"210\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture28-300x210.png 300w, https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture28.png 372w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Step 12<br \/>\nNow that the power unit is hung, it\u2019s time to install the hydraulic lines, hydraulic fittings, and safety shutoff switch wire.\u00a0 Route the lines as per your manual and connect them as shown in the diagram below.\u00a0 Bear in mind these fittings are either flare fittings or o-ring fittings, so no thread sealant of any type will be needed.\u00a0 We recommend using Gorilla Tape or zip ties to ensure any extra hydraulic line material is tied-up at the top of the lift.\u00a0 This ensures the lines do not \u201cbunch-up\u201d inside the towers and ultimately interfere with the carriage as it travels up and down.\u00a0 Finish step 12 by running the wire from the safety shutoff switch down to the power unit via the same routing as the hydraulic cables.<\/p>\n<p>Pro Tip: Make sure when you install the Tee fitting into the tower that you adjust the fitting so that as little of the fitting as possible protrudes inside the tower.\u00a0 If you leave too much of this fitting inside the tower, the carriage will hit it on its way up and destroy it on the first usage.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture29.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-598\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture29-300x183.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"183\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture29-300x183.png 300w, https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture29-624x380.png 624w, https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture29.png 634w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture30.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-599\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture30-300x133.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"424\" height=\"188\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture30-300x133.png 300w, https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture30-624x276.png 624w, https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture30.png 641w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 424px) 100vw, 424px\" \/><\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture31.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture31-300x175.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"339\" height=\"198\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture31-300x175.png 300w, https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture31.png 403w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 339px) 100vw, 339px\" \/><\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture32.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-601\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture32-300x198.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"198\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture32-300x198.png 300w, https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture32.png 358w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture33.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-602\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture33-300x191.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"311\" height=\"198\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture33-300x191.png 300w, https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture33.png 404w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 311px) 100vw, 311px\" \/><\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture34.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-603\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture34-300x223.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"396\" height=\"294\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture34-300x223.png 300w, https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture34.png 347w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 396px) 100vw, 396px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture35.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-604\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture35-248x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"427\" height=\"517\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture35-248x300.png 248w, https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture35.png 516w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 427px) 100vw, 427px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Step 13<br \/>\nNow it\u2019s time to install the equilibrium cables.\u00a0 Again, refer to your manual.\u00a0 The diagram shown below details the routing of these cables for the TP9KACX.\u00a0 Be sure when you\u2019re done to install 2 nuts on each end of both cables.\u00a0 You\u2019ll use this double-nut system to lock themselves in place so they can never loosen.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture36.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-605\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture36-300x198.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"198\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture36-300x198.png 300w, https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture36.png 319w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture37.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-606\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture37-300x189.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"313\" height=\"197\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture37-300x189.png 300w, https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture37.png 338w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 313px) 100vw, 313px\" \/><\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture38.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-607\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture38-300x192.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"308\" height=\"197\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture38-300x192.png 300w, https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture38.png 379w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 308px) 100vw, 308px\" \/><\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture39.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture39-300x190.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"474\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture39-300x190.png 300w, https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture39.png 386w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 474px) 100vw, 474px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture40.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-609\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture40-213x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"437\" height=\"615\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture40-213x300.png 213w, https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture40.png 407w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 437px) 100vw, 437px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Step 14<br \/>\nMount the truck adapter hangers onto the lift as shown<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture41.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-610\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture41-300x202.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"202\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture41-300x202.png 300w, https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture41.png 327w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture42.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-611\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture42-300x177.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"342\" height=\"202\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture42-300x177.png 300w, https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture42.png 372w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 342px) 100vw, 342px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Step 15<br \/>\nAt this point, you\u2019ll now hang the arms onto the carriage via the carriage pin.<\/p>\n<p>Pro Tip \u2013 A little grease will make this job much easier, as well as keep the lift from squeaking during operation.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture43.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-612\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture43-300x174.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"453\" height=\"263\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture43-300x174.png 300w, https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture43.png 452w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 453px) 100vw, 453px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Step 16<br \/>\nDrop the lifting feet\/pads into the arms, making sure the flat side of the threaded pad mount aligns with the tab welded to the lift arm.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture44.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-613\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture44-300x186.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"452\" height=\"280\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture44-300x186.png 300w, https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture44.png 430w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 452px) 100vw, 452px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Step 17<br \/>\nInstall the arm restraints so that they fully engage the teeth on the arm, making sure there is not so much play in the assembly that they could possibly allow the arm to swing left or right while the restraints are engaged.\u00a0 Don\u2019t forget to install the spring, washer and cotter pin underneath the carriage as shown below to ensure the arm restraints are spring loaded.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture45.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-614\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture45-300x170.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"374\" height=\"212\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture45-300x170.png 300w, https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture45.png 421w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 374px) 100vw, 374px\" \/><\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture46.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-615\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture46-300x213.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"213\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture46-300x213.png 300w, https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture46.png 337w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Step 18<br \/>\nConnect the hydraulic line from the power unit to the tower and fill the power unit reservoir with\u00a0 whatever fluid your manual requires.\u00a0 In our experience most 9K-11K lifts will need about 3 gallons of fluid, whereas 12K-15K lifts typically require around 4 gallons.\u00a0 In this example, we\u2019re using ISO32.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture47.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-616\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture47-300x204.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"204\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture47-300x204.png 300w, https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture47.png 349w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture48.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-617\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture48-300x202.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"303\" height=\"204\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture48-300x202.png 300w, https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture48.png 350w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 303px) 100vw, 303px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Step 19<br \/>\nNow it\u2019s time to wire the power unit.\u00a0 Again, refer to your manual for the wiring diagram and hire a professional for this.\u00a0 Lift manufacturers will not warranty a faulty power unit unless the customer can produce a receipt proving the power unit was wired by a professional electrician.\u00a0 In the case of the TP9KACX, it\u2019s simple.\u00a0 We install a 30 amp 220V breaker, which produces two separate 110V power lines.\u00a0 One of those \u201chot\u201d lines will run directly to the power unit.\u00a0 The other \u201chot\u201d line will run through the limit switch, more commonly known as an overhead safety shutoff switch.\u00a0 After that, you\u2019ll connect the ground wire to the power unit housing and you\u2019re good to go.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture49.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-618\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture49-300x169.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"493\" height=\"278\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture49-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture49.png 333w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 493px) 100vw, 493px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Step 20<br \/>\nAt this point in the installation, it\u2019s time to adjust the equilibrium cables.\u00a0 To adjust the cables, raise the carriages via the power unit so they are a foot or two off the ground, but do not lower the carriages onto the safety locks.\u00a0 Now you can begin to tighten the cable as shown below using a wrench or electric impact.\u00a0 Tightening the cable nut will raise the carriage \u201con the opposite side of the lift\u201d upwards.\u00a0 Repeat this process from one side to the other until both carriages are level from side to side, resulting in cables that should be taught, not tight.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture50.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-619\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture50-300x211.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"211\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture50-300x211.png 300w, https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture50.png 331w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture51.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-620\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture51-300x199.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"317\" height=\"210\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture51-300x199.png 300w, https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture51.png 348w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 317px) 100vw, 317px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Step 21<br \/>\nCongratulations, you\u2019re almost done.\u00a0 Now it\u2019s time to set a car on the lift, raise it just slightly off the ground, check it for balance, and again re-adjust your cables to ensure the vehicle is level from side to side.\u00a0 Now you\u2019re done, but we do recommend checking your anchors again after a month or so of usage to make sure any initial loosening of the anchors isn\u2019t allowed to remain.\u00a0 We hope this was helpful!\u00a0 Please check us out at <a href=\"http:\/\/www.RedlineStands.com\">www.RedlineStands.com<\/a> to see all the lifts we offer.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture52.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-621\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture52-300x179.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"437\" height=\"261\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture52-300x179.png 300w, https:\/\/www.redlinestands.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Picture52.png 617w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 437px) 100vw, 437px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>In conclusion, please understand this blog-post is meant to serve as a cliff-note guide to the installation of a 9K lb. two post lift, particularly the TP9KACX, which is the most commonly used 9K lift sold in the USA today.\u00a0 Thus, you should always consult your lift\u2019s manual and give preference to the manual should any difference between this blog-post and your manual arise.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>How to Install a Two Post Auto Lift Installing a two post car lift requires setting the two towers into place, securing them to the concrete via anchors, and final assembly of the arms, cables, and other parts. 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