Setting up and using the STRATUS mid rise lift (MS9000E). Spoiler: I'm impressed!

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After having some challenges with my first scissor lift (the decade-old designed MSOC80E), STRATUS stepped up to the plate and sent me their latest design: the MS9000E mid rise lift along with some body on frame cross bars. This is my review of the MS9000E lift and the optional body on frame crossbars. If you'd like to see the review on the 80 model, click here: • Unboxing and Setting U...
BACKGROUND
I have wanted a garage lift since I began working on cars over 25 years ago. I always thought I had to get an expensive two-post lift and bolt it to the floor, but I was wrong! Open center scissor lifts are a fantastic option for FWD, AWD and RWD vehicles and they allow you to retain the parking spot in your garage. This particular lift will provide up to 40" of height and a vehicle as low as about 4.5" to the ground (less if approach ramps are utilized).
After hours of research, I ended up with what I believe to be one of the best options out there: A mid rise open center scissor lift.
If you have a somewhat lower vehicle, you may need to have ramps and then add 2x6 pieces to the thin blocks they provide to ensure the pinch welds are contacted properly and the side skirts are not smashed.
NOTE
The body on frame cross bars will block some access from under the vehicle. For example, it could make pulling a long transmission out of a RWD vehicle difficult.
COST
Lift price (see STRATUS link below)
ADD ON COSTS
Optional body on frame cross bars: $450
Freight Delivery: $450
Residential Lift-Gate Delivery: $100
AW46 Hydraulic Oil and 110V plug: $50
LINKS:
stratusautoequip.com/scissor-...
www.garageflooringllc.com/
VIDEO SEGMENTS
0:00 intro
0:21 lift on pallet
1:29 set up begins
2:23 control unit
6:52 hydraulic oil
7:56 power connector
9:37 test lift
9:54 detailed overview
12:08 down-speed adjustment
12:42 more testing & lowest locked position
13:16 included lift blocks & placement
14:57 first lift with car
15:39 lock position with car on lift
16:19 under the car
17:28 bringing the car down
17:50 down-speed adjust after car comes down
18:10 preventing the lift from sliding on the floor
19:26 remove before flight tags on blocks
19:37 other cool uses for the lift
21:34 trying the body on frame cross bars
24:36 conclusion and final thoughts

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@kallefleck8717 Жыл бұрын

Everyone can make mistakes, but it is how you take care of the problem that is crucial. Awesome video

@fiiianknight 3 жыл бұрын

Just bought this lift yesterday can't wait to receive it....

@stratusautoequip 3 жыл бұрын

So detailed and so professional! Thumbs Up!!!

@shanebeaudrot777 2 жыл бұрын

Perfect piece of equipment for a home garage

@UNDERFUNDEDGARAGE 3 жыл бұрын

I need one. Great video as always sir!

@Piggypong367 2 жыл бұрын

I just purchased one. I’m in the process of putting it together. It’s out of the crate. That was a project within itself. It is heavy. I’m glad I have a tractor with a loader. Great video I can’t wait to use mine

@ForwardMomentum 2 жыл бұрын

Congrats!

@507GARAGE 3 жыл бұрын

Always so detailed!!

@immanutt4442 Жыл бұрын

Thanks A Mint ... love this lift tutorial !!!

@walter.bellini Ай бұрын

Thank you for video and the extra detailed info about everything. Looks the new model is the 9000X being a little wider.

@stratusautoequip 3 жыл бұрын

Lift looks great!

@wrthrash 10 ай бұрын

AMGO just came out with what seems an awesome mid-lift, their MRL09, think I'm getting that one vs the Stratus 9000XT, just seems perfect for a Vette!

@billolah1372 3 жыл бұрын

That is the perfect lift . Best one I've seen yet

@johng753 3 жыл бұрын

Very thorough review on the MS9000E scissor lift. Have you found it difficult pulling into and out of the garage with your car? Does driving up and over the lift platform knock your wheels out of alignment?

@ForwardMomentum 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! No, not bad at all. I take it slow and it’s pretty easy.

@mikepaul396 Жыл бұрын

good video. very detailed and thorough

@tahirotahir Жыл бұрын

Canadian friends: I did talk to one of their rep on the phone and they told me that (for simplicity, let's say if we are paying in USD currency) the price ($3799) for Canada will remain same. They will add extra $225 for the lift gate in the forklift service for residential addresses. They will charge few hundred bucks to ship to Canada, but the best part is that there won't be any tax nor any extra charges for "customs and duties". Everything will be included in the price ($4025 + shipping ($200 or so)). The item will be delivered within 7 to 10 business days. I don't know what else I would need after that and why I will look anywhere else!!!

@k.duncan5252 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent!!

@Mr_Joseph979 Жыл бұрын

@Forward Momentum for engaging the first set of safety teeth you could have reversed the truck in place so that the roof of the car was behind the open garage door.

@ForwardMomentum Жыл бұрын

A vehicle can go either way on the lift according to Stratus. It doesn’t matter which way the vehicle faces.

@aelshesh 3 жыл бұрын

Very impressive video. I'am buying it now for my son.

@ForwardMomentum 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I’ll be reviewing the 9000X soon as well. You may want to go for that model if you can as Stratus incorporated some nice features in the X, many of which I suggested. But the E is great too!

@aelshesh 3 жыл бұрын

@@ForwardMomentum Yes I saw the offer on their website and waiting for their reply to some questions

@aelshesh 2 жыл бұрын

Your advice was a gift from GOD. I got the MS9000X on the offer with the crossbars and Ramps free for my son and he is very excited. thank you for your nice work.

@ForwardMomentum 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! I’m looking forward to getting mine in the next 6 months as well. Report back on what you guys think of it if you can. 😎

@kctyphoon 3 жыл бұрын

It would probably be really nice if all the ramps released and lowered automatically when the lift hit the fully lowered position back down on the floor. Maybe some magnets embedded into the bottom side of those rubber blocks to help keep them from moving accidentally before the vehicle is lifted. A magnetic parts tray would be a worthy addition if you dont already have one. You can stick it to the lift platform while the car is off the ground and keep any removed fasteners organized or from falling and getting lost in the floor mats. A small cordless magnetic work light may also be a helpful tool. Milwaukee makes a few different good ones. A magnetic drain plug tool will keep your fingers from getting covered in oil when doing oil changes. Not that i have any real experience with these, but it’s probably ALWAYS a good idea to keep those adjustable cross bar pads as low as possible. Instead of screwing them all the way up to meet the truck’s frame, raise the lift slightly first to keep the screws as low as possible and increase the overall stability of the vehicle while its off the ground.. The added height savings while lifted should just be a bonus - and not the only motivation of doing it that way IMHO. Cordless impact wrenches guy - itll make life much easier, and you can get rid of that giant loud compressor in favor of a much small pancake about 1/10th the size. Just enough to have some air for a blow gun and fill the occasional tire. Although you can even get a small cordless compressor these days that will do both of the above, or an even smaller handheld model without a tank that will fill tires.. The cordless Milwaukee M18 and M12 platforms will make all your tasks much easier - and it looks like you dont mind spending a little $$$ to do that anyway ;). If nothing else they will give you something to review on your channel. Air tools are a thing of the past these days. Very nice garage and setup. I am extremely jealous. Lol

@ForwardMomentum 3 жыл бұрын

Great input and ideas! Thank you! 😎

@erenkocbey 2 жыл бұрын

I liked your videos. Just found it. Perfect explanation and the other shut... It just super, but you shouldn't cut to much isolation of the wire. It can be dangerous.

@mattjudd5275 4 ай бұрын

Man I want one of these

@ForwardMomentum 4 ай бұрын

Let’s make it happen! 👍

@anc5022 2 жыл бұрын

Good video on the MS9000E. I had a Quickjack 7000SLX and decide to move to a more robust lift so after watching your video a few times I whipped out the wallet and ordered myself a MS9000X today from Leon @ Stratus lifts. I am in Canada so this thing is going to cost an arm and a leg to purchase and get over to the Great White North. I'm looking forward to using the lift on my 2019 Corvette ZR1, based on your comments and videos on your Stratus lifts I hope the decision to buy it was the right one.

@ForwardMomentum 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! I’m still very happy with my 9000E and use it all the time. It has been great. Best of luck to you and your Corvette. Cheers from the USA!

8 ай бұрын

Planing to do the same. I wanna buy the 9000X . I don't see the E version on their website. Also trying to ship to Canada

@ForwardMomentum 8 ай бұрын

I believe they replaced the E with the X. The X incorporated some of my design suggestions. 😎

@georgiojansen7758 6 ай бұрын

lift got this update where the cylinder is first pushing from dead center down to a plate, show the cylinder

@erikvanderleeden6069 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks very informative video will be a time saver for my setup! I received mine a few months ago and is still in the package but not for long. I do have a question though... I also got the 120V unit as well and it recommends a 30A breaker which would be #10 wire. I see you plugged it into what looks like a 15A power tap. Any issues with that tripping your breaker or loading down? Thanks!

@ForwardMomentum 3 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome! Yes, I have tripped the breaker a few times, but always when something else was turned on on the same circuit (like my lighting). It’s not ideal, but it works 95% of the time without tripping it. At some point I’ll get electrical work done at the house and have this circuit re-wired.

@erikvanderleeden6069 3 жыл бұрын

@@ForwardMomentum Thank you for the quick honest reply!! And keep up the good work, It looks great!! Cant wait to start using it!!

@beararms6 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome review! Any input on the advantage of a 110v unit vs 220v unit or vice versa?

@ForwardMomentum 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I don’t have experience. Only thing I can say is the motor won’t strain as hard on 220. Another possibility is if you ever go to sell it. My guess is more people have 110 (in the US) so there could be more potential buyers.

@stevedawson741 3 жыл бұрын

Chairassault

@mihalym.6876 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you your post, it is really on top. I have checked the Stratus website and I was a bit surprised on the product detail - technical specification of this lift. It give us important parameters but other very important parameters are missing. Maybe you can help me out to rovide me a link or measure for the community who seriously considering buying this lift. Missing info (sorry if I was blind not to find it): min - max of jacking point (Rubber pads placement) distance in both directions (4 values), maximum length with locked ramps. Not having this info it is not possible to know whether this lift is suitable for a car or not. Porsche Cayenne 958 has 187cm of longitudial distance between jackpoints and quickjack 7000 is not suitable because it misses this parameter. On the other hand quickjack technical specification is superb, Stratus could learn from them a lot.

@ForwardMomentum 3 жыл бұрын

Hi - I talk directly with the owner and you can as well. Simply send your questions in an email to their email address. If you don’t hear back in a couple days, follow it up with a phone call. The owner is great about getting you what you need and also listening to feedback. 😎

@mechanic708 2 жыл бұрын

looking for a scissor lift this one considering

@mikepaul396 Жыл бұрын

like the happy gilmore shot

@bluexiong3492 3 жыл бұрын

Nice lift, would be hard to use for lowered cars to get on the ramp without using wood blocks to get on.

@ForwardMomentum 3 жыл бұрын

Agreed. My car is lowered 2”F and 1.2”R, so if the car is slammed, yes, would require creativity.

@Genesislights 3 жыл бұрын

To roll transmission jack or something similar, you would need to create center ram to cover those 2 cross bars or can you remove those 2 cross bars without any safety issues? Curious why you chose this than other brands. Have a Quick Jack currently and thinking about upgrading it.

@ForwardMomentum 3 жыл бұрын

Crossbars integral to lift structure cannot be removed. Correct, some type of ramp system or similar would be needed for a trans jack. I chose this after hours of research and based it on cost vs lift height. I felt it was a great value and still feel that way.

@mikepaul396 Жыл бұрын

seems like a thigher space might be good for the extra piece of mind. i built a full size eagle 4 post so if go with your it will be new experience

@cashxx 3 жыл бұрын

Be nice to see adapters you can buy to make it a motorcycle lift as well.

@ForwardMomentum 3 жыл бұрын

Apparently STRATUS previously sold a MC lift and it come with some wheel/tire holders, but I don’t have those. I just use my kick stand and lift blocks on it.

@TheAv0lution 3 ай бұрын

Thank you for being clear for us newbies. This was comprehensive and reassuring. Could you measure the minimum lift height for us?

@ForwardMomentum 3 ай бұрын

You’re welcome. About 20” min height. The newer lift has a lower lock point per my suggestions to Stratus, so the 9000X should be even better.

@anonymous..- 13 күн бұрын

Great lift. Got rid Quickjack for this.

@ForwardMomentum 13 күн бұрын

A step “up” for sure!

@edgarsplume6095 Ай бұрын

Hi, I'm planning to build garage with lift, but worried about garage door being in a way as you experienced as well.

@ForwardMomentum Ай бұрын

It doesn’t get in the way as much as you think. For taller vehicles I close the garage and lock the opener, then it can go full height (provided your ceiling is tall enough).

@joshlaubach8166 2 жыл бұрын

Can you move your body completely the center length working on a car between the middle of this lift? For example like removing a trans and driveshaft and dual exhaust like on a Mustang? Just curious how much center room there is to work in the middle of this lift sitting upright or laying on my back working on stuff in center of a car on it.

@ForwardMomentum 2 жыл бұрын

Good question. Yes, plenty of room for that sort of thing. In fact if you take a quick look at some of my recent videos, I manual-swapped my car and this lift saved me during that process. The only thing I could see an issue with might be fuel lines or something running along the unibody by the jacking points - those might be tough. Hopefully they wouldn’t need to be replaced though. Also, the new 9000XT has more room in the center vs the 9000E and locks at a lower point. These were my recommendations that Stratus took to heart which is awesome. So if you can swing the XT that might suit you better, but the E has been a great lift for me as well. I should have a review of the XT in the next few months. 😎

@drivewithpapadave898 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the very informative video, I just ordered the extra wide and tall 9000. Early in the video you mentioned a lever arm that came with your earlier 8000 series, was that a mistake not coming with the new one? If not do you have the part number if not it will be difficult to move one without it. thanks.

@ForwardMomentum 2 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome. The owner told me they were going to start including the lever arm with the 9000’s. Please call Stratus next week and discuss your need. I am sure they will answer and maybe even take care of your need for a lever (if it’s not included).

@drivewithpapadave898 2 жыл бұрын

@@ForwardMomentum I sent them an email to clarify, hopefully I will hear back with them with a favorable reply.

@drivewithpapadave898 2 жыл бұрын

Quick response, the new design uses the T handle to lift the assembly to install the wheels.

@dinoespo3001 2 жыл бұрын

Not sure if I missed it, but no mention of the air compressor connection if so required 🤔. Thanks

@ForwardMomentum 2 жыл бұрын

None required for operation. 👍

@chrisludwig5101 2 жыл бұрын

How often should you grease it ? I saw grease fittings. Also does manual say anything about lubricant for the 2 white nylon sliders (?) Sliders

@ForwardMomentum 2 жыл бұрын

It doesn’t really say. I would wipe clean and grease every 25 uses personally.

@Bill-js8gf 4 ай бұрын

Do you park over it daily? Worried about water/salt water from winter rusting it out as it will be under my primary parking stall

@ForwardMomentum 4 ай бұрын

Yes I do. But I rarely drive the car and hardly drive in the rain, so the concern isn’t a factor for me. I think it’s a good concern, but I see zero signs of corrosion or rust anywhere on the lift. I plan to do a “3 year update” episode soon and I’ll try to mention your concern.

@michaelguinnii6248 Жыл бұрын

I’ve seen those tags on the flight line.

@ForwardMomentum Жыл бұрын

Yep, I worked on the FL too.

@jr146164 3 жыл бұрын

Happy gilmore made the video for me

@wisamabazly 3 жыл бұрын

Great video.thank you.

@kriskaz2255 Жыл бұрын

do you happen to know if the lift could be stored outdoors? also how long are the hoses from the control box to the actual lift? thanks in advance

@ForwardMomentum Жыл бұрын

Hoses on my 9000E are 8ft to box. I would call Stratus on outdoor storage. My first thought is no - too much risk of degradation due to weather. Also, it says not to use the lift on asphalt. Let me know if you find out from Stratus.

@ameliachia4807 Ай бұрын

hey brother, is your lift electric or air lock? I have one like that and I have the air lock one. one of my air tube fitting is broken and I don't know what size is the tube to get a replacement for it. thank you

@ForwardMomentum Ай бұрын

I have the electric locks. Give Stratus a call. They will take care of you. 👍

@tubleejthoj6595 2 ай бұрын

great video sir. do you recommend to buy electric or air for the safety lock? thank you

@ForwardMomentum 2 ай бұрын

Thanks. I didn’t even know there were options on that to be honest. I have electric. I also have a generator and compressor, so getting my car down in a power outage scenario is doable with either option. LMK what you decide.

@tubleejthoj6595 2 ай бұрын

thank you. I am about to get one just like yours. I am very excited after watching your video@@ForwardMomentum

@tubleejthoj6595 2 ай бұрын

there is this one said extra wider. does that mean between the middle space is wider or they are talking about the tables @@ForwardMomentum

@ForwardMomentum 2 ай бұрын

If you mean the X then I would consider that. Stratus incorporated some of my suggestions on that version including more space and a lower lock point.

@4961Studebaker 3 жыл бұрын

Nice idea with the remove before flight straps on the lift blocks. Can you tell me the length of the truck frame cross bars. I’m guessing 80” ?

@ForwardMomentum 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I’ll measure tomorrow. 80” is a very good guess.

@ForwardMomentum 3 жыл бұрын

79”. Good guess at 80!

@4961Studebaker 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. This appears to be a better option for me vs. some other support bars on the market.

@4961Studebaker 3 жыл бұрын

@@ForwardMomentum Thank You

@4961Studebaker 3 жыл бұрын

Received my support bars today, will give them a try this weekend.

@BobbyDD21 11 ай бұрын

For the electrical connections coming out of the lift that you plugged into the console (white connectors), are those for the electric safety lock?

@ForwardMomentum 11 ай бұрын

Limit switch and safety locks.

@BobbyDD21 11 ай бұрын

@@ForwardMomentum Got it, thanks!

@ravensixs 3 жыл бұрын

Just ordered mine, was waiting on your review. How long did shipping take for you?

@ForwardMomentum 3 жыл бұрын

About 5 days from dock to driveway. It would have been quicker but I had a specific day in mind for the freight company.

@bullwinkle7542 2 жыл бұрын

How much is this lift? And where did you find those Remove before flight tags

@ForwardMomentum 2 жыл бұрын

See Stratus website. Amazon for the tags.

@ravensixs 2 жыл бұрын

i just had to move my lift from one house to the other (went from 26x26 garage to little 20x20, bummer) and it was a huge pain. Ended up welding together a rolling cradle to hold the lift, then winched it onto my flatbed trailer. I still haven't figured out a good fix for the honestly unsafe wheels it comes with. so far so good though, i haven't had any major issues with mine yet other than sometimes one of the solenoids fail to function when lowering. when that happens you can kinda tell the clicks on the safety lock are no longer in unison due to the twist, but it usually self corrects after a few lift cycles. I should have made a video on my transport cradle though. Hobbled it together out of an old engine stand.

@ForwardMomentum 2 жыл бұрын

@@ravensixs good points. The latest design and features have taken my feedback into consideration and brought back the easy transport feature from the older models. The 9000XT will be my next review. Glad you figured out how to move yours. They are no joke and HEAVY! 👍

@maksimstarik6194 8 ай бұрын

Hi , I was going to ask . Do you run AW 32 hydraulic oil in your scissor lift all year round? Did you have any oil leaks at hydraulic pump , ram in summer? Please let me know .Thank you

@ForwardMomentum 8 ай бұрын

I run 46 year round. No issues. 👍

@DontTalkPolitics 8 ай бұрын

Maybe this is a dumb question but why can’t you use the blocks or maybe a taller wood block to lift body on frame vehicles like the 4Runner or trucks?

@ForwardMomentum 8 ай бұрын

It’s not a dumb question. The main answer is that it will use up a significant amount of the lift’s height before the vehicle starts to go up. Then you don’t get much actual overall “in the air” height to work under it. Most garage ceilings will be the biggest factor anyway, so blocks under the frame could be a good option for some. 👍

@anc5022 2 жыл бұрын

So I got my 9000X couple weeks ago and yesterday finally got it going in the garage. Forward Momentum I need to ask you some questions. My lift went up no problem but comes down really slow and jerky with no load. I basically have to sit on 1 of the platforms with the wife holding the down button for it to come down all the way. Was it like that with your E when you first got it going? I'm sure with a car on it it will lower but I kinda thought that the lift would come down on its own with no load and not be jerky. I have cycled the raising and lowering a bunch of times already yesterday. 2nd thing is once I raised the platforms there was a lot of oil sitting on the inside of the frame that sits on the floor. There was no leak that I could see and I am wondering if yours was like that also when you first got it going? Could it be oil to keep the metal parts kinda lubed for long term after crating before sale to a customer? I cleaned up all the oil last night and this morning I went out to check and there is no evidence of oil leaking from the cylinders or the hydraulic fittings to them. The lift is built well but the jerky long downward movement of the lift with no load has me worried along with the oil I noticed once the platforms were raised. Remember I'm in Canada so getting any kind of warranty service isn't as easy as in the US. Hopefully you'll see this and have some answers??? Greetings and good morning from Canada.

@ForwardMomentum 2 жыл бұрын

Hi! Greetings from the USA! Yes, slow and jerky at first is ok with no load. My E model is very slow down with no load, even after 100 cycles. Fact is we rarely raise and lower with no load. Once you feel safe to put a car on, you definitely want too slow vs too fast. The jerkiness should not be there with a load. As for oil, mine had a few drops too. I believe it was from testing the unit. I asked the same question of mine. All has been well and I still love my 9000 E. And don’t worry about warranty and being in Canada. Stratus will take care of you if there’s a legit problem. Report back when you know more. God bless. 😎

@anc5022 2 жыл бұрын

@@ForwardMomentum Thanks for the reply. Wish there was a way to contact you other than YT. I took pictures of the frame floor before I cleaned up the oil and unlike what you mentioned mine wasn't just a few drops of oil it was quite a bit. Would be good if there was a way for you to see the pics I took so you can relate if what I saw on my lift was similiar to when you first received your #2 lift.

@ForwardMomentum 2 жыл бұрын

@@anc5022 I’m on IG. @ youtube_forward_momentum You can also email Stratus and they can take a look.

@veylXoiuja 3 жыл бұрын

Is this okay to use on a slight incline garage floor. Not sure if your floor is inclined.

@ForwardMomentum 3 жыл бұрын

I would call Stratus and talk to them. If I’m not mistaken all garages, by code, should have a very slight angle to ensure water runs out. There could be solutions to fasten it to concrete, etc for you.

@tannerphillips1974 2 жыл бұрын

We just got one in our shop, but when we back off of the lift it slides.. how do we fix that problem?

@ForwardMomentum 2 жыл бұрын

I talk about this in my video and show what I did. I used concrete fasteners and thick metal strips against each end. No more sliding.

@peterli8797 3 жыл бұрын

nice tool

@JDomino 3 жыл бұрын

Forward Momentum, you use the 110v? How many Amp breaker do you use. Looking to purchase this lift asap?

@ForwardMomentum 3 жыл бұрын

As mentioned in the vid, 110V. Breaker is 15A. I recommend the 9000X coming in July if you can wait.

@JDomino 3 жыл бұрын

The 9000 is the one I want. Looks amazing for my builds!

@JDomino 3 жыл бұрын

Is that the lift you have the 9000E or the 9000x

@ForwardMomentum 3 жыл бұрын

I have the 9000E but Stratus incorporated some design changes I suggested on the X, such as more room between ramps and a lower lock point.

@JDomino 3 жыл бұрын

Interesting, Any discount from your channel incorporated with the new 9000x?

@urabus7875 3 жыл бұрын

nice ty

@crazyglue76 10 ай бұрын

After using it for a while, what is your impression with the "new" locking mechanism? I thought the older one was beefier but it did have some flaws. I'm shoping and most seem to have the new style.

@ForwardMomentum 10 ай бұрын

I am still confident in using the lift and the locks. I use common sense and don’t bring down the car then release the “Down” button so it locks with all that force on the welded teeth. Bottom line: I still love the lift and I use it often. 👍

@crazyglue76 10 ай бұрын

@@ForwardMomentum Glad to hear it, but could you clarify what you meant by not bringing the car down with the down buttom so it locks? I can't determine what you meant sorry.

@ForwardMomentum 10 ай бұрын

Sorry, yes. As the car comes down it speeds up a little, by design, as it approaches the ground. As the lift passes the final lock point and all that force is coming down, if you release the button it tries to lock. If it happens to be at that last lock, a great deal of force will be applied to that last position. That doesn’t mean anything will happen, but if you have a heavy vehicle up there and the down speed adjustment set to fast, it could potentially damage the lift. I try to avoid that scenario is all. 👍

@crazyglue76 10 ай бұрын

@@ForwardMomentum Ah yes, I get it, mass AND speed agains those poor little lock hooks... It saw that on some models, there's an adjustment for the return speed, might help!

@ForwardMomentum 10 ай бұрын

Yeah, that adjustment is crucial to get just right.

@scottiedawg 2 жыл бұрын

How wide and deep is the control cabinet please? I cannot seem to find the dimensions anywhere.

@ForwardMomentum 2 жыл бұрын

35.5”T x 13”W x 16”D (w/handle)

@jonathanthompson3359 Жыл бұрын

Hello. Do you have any comments on doing drivetrain or brake work? Im thinking of buying a mid rise, but i have yet to find any information on such repairs. Does the MS9000E restrict such work?

@ForwardMomentum Жыл бұрын

Hi - if you look at other videos on my channel, you’ll see that I have taken on some significant projects with my car on the 9000. Notable projects include converting my car to manual and exhaust work. No complaints here!

@jonathanthompson3359 Жыл бұрын

@@ForwardMomentum That was a quick reply!! Thanks!

@riz8450 2 жыл бұрын

is it better to use 2 6X6 post in place of the steel bars?

@ForwardMomentum 2 жыл бұрын

I haven’t tried. I really like the steel bars. I use them for all sorts of things. 😎

@vr4966 Ай бұрын

By chance did it bow the frame while in the first click or two and as a fellow KZfaqr claimed?

@ForwardMomentum Ай бұрын

No issues with this one. 👍

@JorgeRodriguez-gc1or Жыл бұрын

Thanks for tge video, would you recommend the lift for a c6 corvette? I do work on the engine and I do work in the transmission..

@ForwardMomentum Жыл бұрын

Yes, provided the C6 is not too low. If it’s too low, I believe Stratus has some solutions besides wooden 2x6’s (cheap solution you can utilize if you need to). When I lift my lowered GS400 using the poly blocks on the pinch welds, the unibody frame rails slightly contact the ramps as well on the L and R. Not in a bad way, but almost in a good way. Definitely measure the lowest point on your car on each side, then compare to min height of the lift to decide your next move. Hope that helps. I do love the 9000E; it has been a game changer for garage work!

@JorgeRodriguez-gc1or Жыл бұрын

@Forward Momentum Thak you sir for the information, my car is 4in from the floor

@ForwardMomentum Жыл бұрын

If I recall correctly, that’s right at the minimum. I want to say it’s 4.125” or something. You may need wood/ramps to safely get the C6 over.

@tubleejthoj6595 Ай бұрын

Hi sir I have the Katool KT-X80 8,000lb Mid-Rise Scissor and going down fast. Do you have any tips. Thanks

@ForwardMomentum Ай бұрын

There should be an adjustment screw on the hydraulic unit you can adjust via Allen wrench.

@tubleejthoj6595 Ай бұрын

@@ForwardMomentum ok thanks

@MrMr123 8 ай бұрын

Do you need the rubber pads on the truck cross bars?

@ForwardMomentum 8 ай бұрын

Between the cross bar and the lift? I would recommend it. Otherwise you will have two coated (slick) surfaces on one another and a high load. Not good.

@kEvinCiTC 3 жыл бұрын

U think is it easy to pull put transmission with this lift?

@ForwardMomentum 3 жыл бұрын

Depends on the car, but yes, on my 98 I could definitely do it.

@francochavez1743 3 жыл бұрын

What if the lift fails? Is there a manual way to lower/lift?

@ForwardMomentum 3 жыл бұрын

Good question. Yes, specifically if power fails and you need to get the car down there’s a procedure in the manual.

@stevenlaubach5947 2 жыл бұрын

So this lift permanently stays there and if you need to park a daily driver car in there just park it on the ramp every day? Does this get annoying? I am assuming this is too heavy as a portable lift to fold or rest against a wall just to use once in a while?

@ForwardMomentum 2 жыл бұрын

Correct. I park over it each day in my lowered LEXUS. I got used to it. It isn’t annoying at all. You’re correct, you cannot fold it up out of the way. However, you can easily move it to another area of the garage if you wish.

@darrylthornton5377 Жыл бұрын

I may have missed it, how tall is the unit when it’s lowered all the way?

@ForwardMomentum Жыл бұрын

The drawings are available online, but I believe 4.1” off the top of my head. I have a raised floor, so slightly less for me; maybe 3.9”.

@simonc8469 2 жыл бұрын

How much did you get the lift for? Seems like the prices went up substantially!

@ForwardMomentum 2 жыл бұрын

I wish I had a simple answer. Because I had trouble with my original lift, the MSOC80, Stratus replaced it with the 9000E. So I really can’t even answer the question. I hate how everything is more expensive now.

@simonc8469 2 жыл бұрын

@@ForwardMomentum Well looks like they took good care of you and replaced the entire lift because of your troubles vs send parts after parts to no end. Would you say they got good product support? How was dealing with them with your issues?

@ForwardMomentum 2 жыл бұрын

@@simonc8469 yes, excellent support and service. I actually dealt directly with the owner and still talk to her to this day. I’ll be getting the 9000XT and I’ll do a video review on it. What’s really cool is they took some of my feedback on the E model and incorporated it on the XT. In my book these are the signs of a great company.

@simonc8469 2 жыл бұрын

@@ForwardMomentum That's awesome I'm really considering this lift. Me being in Canada means I need to ship it to the border and drive over to pick it up but I do that for all sorts of things all the time. Thanks for the help :) I appreciate it

@claaspeters9786 3 жыл бұрын

Why did you remove the floor tiles?

@ForwardMomentum 3 жыл бұрын

So I could roll it into position easier. Also, the tiles provide 1/2” of additional height as the car rolls up on to the lift better and fits even though it’s lowered. And finally the tiles are slick and not rated for that type of weight, so I wanted it to be safe.

@danielborth7753 6 ай бұрын

What's the make and model number to order it? I bet it's expensive 😢

@ForwardMomentum 5 ай бұрын

It’s literally in the title of the video.

@bryan06107 28 күн бұрын

Do you park a car in that bay when it is down ?

@ForwardMomentum 28 күн бұрын

Yes. Every day.

@MoparGuy1625 4 ай бұрын

Is there much of a difference between the 120 vs 220v?

@ForwardMomentum 4 ай бұрын

If you mean performance wise I cannot speak to that as I’ve only owned 120V versions. Stratus would definitely let you know if you contacted them.

@MoparGuy1625 4 ай бұрын

@@ForwardMomentumok thank you. How high is that first lock position? I have a ranger QJ and they go about 20”. Just want to make sure I can hit that first or second lock without crushing my garage door opener lol

@ForwardMomentum 4 ай бұрын

I don’t have the first lock height measurement, but I’ll be putting my car up in the next few days and can get that for you. For the older models it was a little too high for my liking. Per my recommendation Stratus actually lowered the first lock position on their new 9000 models. So again, I’d ask what the newer 9000 lowest lock position height is. I’ll get you my measurement, and you can compare notes.

@ForwardMomentum 4 ай бұрын

@MoparGuy1625 I just measured and first lock lifts the vehicle about 20”.

@MoparGuy1625 4 ай бұрын

@@ForwardMomentum thanks, man!

@nv8176 2 жыл бұрын

If I had a garage as high as yours i would of gone with the full rise scissor lift.

@ForwardMomentum 2 жыл бұрын

Not a bad thought, but I didn’t even want the ability to punch a car through the ceiling or to get it lifted to a point where I couldn’t release it down (to get it off the safety locks it goes up 1-2” before it comes down). Plus the cost was much higher. My next lift will be the latest 9000, which not only locks lower, but also goes up an additional 6”.

@nv8176 2 жыл бұрын

@@ForwardMomentum , I hear you brother just a matter of being careful, I had a single post lift in a garage high as yours and could nearly fully stand under it. Obsessed garage installed a full rise scissor lift that doesn't have external safety locks because they are built into the hydraulic system but it's very expensive, if you have the budget that ones the safest least problematic way to go. I just got an aston mid-rise they advertised as maximum lift of 47 inch but we shall see, I have yet to get it going.

@ForwardMomentum 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! I can’t believe how long I worked on cars without a lift. Such a game changer. All the best to you!

@rudyabriola2427 2 жыл бұрын

procedure on how to buy the unit. .

@ForwardMomentum 2 жыл бұрын

Go to the Stratus website? Not that hard.

@t04011984 Жыл бұрын

Is this a 120V?

@ForwardMomentum Жыл бұрын

120V or 220V; just specify when ordering. (Mine is 120).

@jimporter 3 ай бұрын

Why not reverse the vehicle in then the garage door would be less of a problem.

@ForwardMomentum 3 ай бұрын

The lift can handle a car in either direction, so it’s a good thought. However, in my particular case the contact point in either direction is the roof of the vehicle, making how I pull the car on to the lift insignificant. Now if you mean a longer vehicle in the back vs the front and the garage door going up/down then I agree, considering both directions makes sense.

@ssn608 2 ай бұрын

motorcycle lift and adjacent work bench in one.

@justice4g 9 ай бұрын

I'd be turning off the power to my garage door to ensure it isn't opened accidentally when a car's in the way

@ForwardMomentum 9 ай бұрын

Yes, smart if you need to take that step. Unfortunately that resets my wireless module and causes a bunch of annoying issues. Mine has a “lock” button on the side of it I use. Also, while I wouldn’t want to test it, the up limit would be exceeded and it could never move the car on the lift. I’d be mostly worried about the paint on my car.

@jeffcampsall5435 2 жыл бұрын

It uses sliders instead of rollers on the scissors?!😳

@ForwardMomentum 2 жыл бұрын

Yes sir. I can ask why they opted for this design vs rollers if you’d like. I have used this lift probably 100 times now and I’m still impressed and very happy with it.

@maksimstarik6194 8 ай бұрын

Sorry AW46 hydraulic oil.