2 post lift install -- documented

I posted a thread here a while back asking for advice from those who've installed lifts. This thread is a follow up and will document the installation process.

I got a ton of great feedback in the first thread and purchased a used 12,000lb two-post. It was one of a few in a small professional shop and when they moved, didn't fit in the space they had. The owner had the lift disassembled by the same company that installed it, and I'll have that company install it at my shop.

I've learned that the most important part of a lift installation is the concrete slab. Thickness is crucial, and PSI rating of the concrete also very important. So, the landlord and I drilled the slab to confirm thickness prior to starting, and it is 4". The manufacturer of this lift requires a minimum of 6", 3000 PSI concrete, so I will be cutting the slab where the lift will be and pouring a thicker pad.

The installer recommended 4' x 4' x 12", so that's what I'm going to do. Yes, 12" is double what the manufacturer requires, but if I'm cutting the slab anyway, I would MUCH prefer overkill over cutting corners.

Stay tuned for pictures and more updates on the progress. As always, I'm open to tips, suggestions, advice, criticism. This thread is intended to help others as well as help myself...