{"product_id":"products-tuxedo-fp8k-b-8-000-lb-basic-storage-lift","title":"Valor VP8K-B 8,000 lb (No Accessories) Storage Lift","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" height=\"8\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn11.bigcommerce.com\/s-ew8kwapfc4\/images\/stencil\/original\/image-manager\/golden-bar.png?t=1681903157\" width=\"1198\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"kd-main-product-feature-container\" id=\"kd-main-product-feature-container\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"panel\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"kd-product-feature-continer kd-flex-row-2\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"kd-prouduct-feature-item kd-prouduct-feature-content\"\u003e \u003ch2\u003eValor VP8K-B: the same 8,000 lb chassis, with the accessories deliberately left off\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eRead the last line of this lift's own feature list and you have the product: \u003cem\u003eno caster kit, no drip trays, no jack tray\u003c\/em\u003e. The VP8K-B is the stripped configuration of a four-post storage lift - the columns, the carriages, the runways, the cables, the locks and the steel approach ramps, and nothing else. Everything structural is there. The convenience kit is not.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThat is a legitimate way to buy a lift, and for some buyers it is the right one. But it deserves to be stated in the first paragraph rather than buried, because the difference between this model and the deluxe version is not a difference in capacity, dimensions or safety. It is a difference in what turns up on the pallet.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eWhat you give up, concretely\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eNo poly caster kit.\u003c\/strong\u003e The lift stays where you build it. A caster kit is what lets a four-post be rolled aside when the bay is needed for something else - without it, treat the position you choose as permanent.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eNo drip trays.\u003c\/strong\u003e Nothing catches what falls from the vehicle parked above. On a stored project car with a weeping sump or gearbox, that lands on the vehicle below or on your slab.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eNo jack tray.\u003c\/strong\u003e No provision for a sliding bridge jack across the runways, so wheels-free work - brakes, suspension, tyres - is not on the menu. This is a lift for storing and getting underneath, not for lifting the wheels of the vehicle that is already up.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eNone of that is a fault. If you already own a jack, your floor is sealed and the lift is going into a permanent spot, you are paying for steel rather than for accessories you would set aside. The deluxe version of the same lift ships noticeably heavier than this one's \u003cstrong\u003e1,545 lb\u003c\/strong\u003e precisely because those trays and casters are in the crate. Buy on the basis of which list you actually need.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eThe chassis, in numbers\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eCapacity is \u003cstrong\u003e8,000 lb\u003c\/strong\u003e. The runways rise to \u003cstrong\u003e74.8″\u003c\/strong\u003e at the top, on columns of \u003cstrong\u003e86″\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving \u003cstrong\u003e70″\u003c\/strong\u003e of clearance underneath. Overall length is \u003cstrong\u003e207.3″\u003c\/strong\u003e with the approach ramps in place - one of our other fields rounds that to \u003cstrong\u003e207″\u003c\/strong\u003e - and \u003cstrong\u003e175-1\/2″\u003c\/strong\u003e for the lift structure by itself. Overall width is \u003cstrong\u003e103-1\/2″\u003c\/strong\u003e, with \u003cstrong\u003e94.4″\u003c\/strong\u003e between the columns and \u003cstrong\u003e80″\u003c\/strong\u003e of drive-through width.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe runways are \u003cstrong\u003e18.7″\u003c\/strong\u003e across the tread and sit \u003cstrong\u003e37.2″\u003c\/strong\u003e apart, measuring \u003cstrong\u003e74.8″\u003c\/strong\u003e from outside edge to outside edge, and they stand \u003cstrong\u003e4.3″\u003c\/strong\u003e off the floor when fully lowered. Locking positions come every \u003cstrong\u003e10″\u003c\/strong\u003e up the columns, and each base plate is \u003cstrong\u003e10″ x 12″\u003c\/strong\u003e where the load meets your floor.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eWill It Fit? The checklist\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eLength.\u003c\/strong\u003e 207.3″ with ramps down; 175-1\/2″ without them.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWidth.\u003c\/strong\u003e 103-1\/2″ overall, plus room to walk and to site the power unit.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCeiling.\u003c\/strong\u003e 86″ of column, then add the height of whatever parks on top. Check for door tracks and opener rails as well as the roof itself.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eUnderneath.\u003c\/strong\u003e 70″ clear below the runways - measure the lower vehicle at its highest point.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDoor opening.\u003c\/strong\u003e 94.4″ between columns.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eApproach.\u003c\/strong\u003e 4.3″ runway height when down, which is what a low front splitter has to clear.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePower.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e115V\u003c\/strong\u003e at \u003cstrong\u003e20 Amp\u003c\/strong\u003e, single phase - an ordinary circuit rather than a three-phase supply, which for a home garage often means no electrical work at all.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSlab.\u003c\/strong\u003e The base plates concentrate the load into four \u003cstrong\u003e10″ x 12″\u003c\/strong\u003e footprints. Our data for this model states no minimum slab thickness or compressive strength, and we are not going to make one up; ask us and we will get the manufacturer's requirement in writing before you order.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eThese checks belong to the buyer. We will go through them with you on the phone, but the tape measure has to be yours.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eHow it holds the load up\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe lift is cable driven with a single-point manual lock release - all four locks come off together at one control rather than being worked column by column, which removes the scenario where a lift starts down on three locks while somebody is still at the fourth. With locking positions every 10″, the lift can rest at a working height on steel rather than sitting on hydraulic pressure, and that is how a four-post should be parked.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSlack cable safety covers the case nobody plans around. A cable that stretches, jumps a sheave or fails stops holding the load where the geometry assumes it is; the mechanism detects that slack condition instead of letting the carriage continue. Steel approach ramps are included - they are structural, not an accessory, and they are on this model.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePermanent installations\u003c\/strong\u003e - a garage or workshop where the lift goes in one place and stays there.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBuyers who already own a jack and jack stands\u003c\/strong\u003e and would not use a jack tray.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDry storage\u003c\/strong\u003e of a vehicle that does not drip, over a sealed or coated floor.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBudget-led purchases\u003c\/strong\u003e where the money is better spent on the structure than on a convenience kit.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eIf any of those descriptions does not fit you, look at the deluxe configuration of the same lift instead. It is cheaper to buy the trays with the lift than to solve the problem afterwards.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eWhat is in the Box\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe lift, its four columns and carriages, the runways, the cable and lock assemblies, the power unit and the steel approach ramps. Explicitly \u003cstrong\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e included, per the manufacturer's own feature list: caster kit, drip trays and jack tray. Our data itemises nothing further and we will not embellish the list.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003ctable\u003e \u003ctbody\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003eVP8K-B\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCapacity\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003e8,000 lb\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePower\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003e115V, 20 Amp, single phase\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eLifting height, top of runway\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003e74.8″\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eClearance under runways\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003e70″\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eColumn height\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003e86″\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eOverall length, with ramps\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003e207.3″ (207″ in another of our fields)\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eOverall length, no ramps\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003e175-1\/2″\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eOverall width\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003e103-1\/2″\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eClearance between columns\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003e94.4″\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDrive-through width\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003e80″\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRunway length\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003e165-1\/2″\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRunway tread width\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003e18.7″\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRunway height, lowered\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003e4.3″\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eClearance between runways\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003e37.2″\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eOutside runway to outside runway\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003e74.8″\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eLocking positions\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003eEvery 10″\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBase plate size\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003e10″ x 12″\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eShip weight\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003e1,545 lb\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eIncluded accessories\u003c\/th\u003e \u003ctd\u003eNone - no caster kit, drip trays or jack tray\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/tbody\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eCertification, stated honestly\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eOur record for this lift claims no independent third-party safety listing and we will not suggest one exists. This is worth settling before you buy rather than after: insurers, fleet policies and some local building or workplace authorities can require a vehicle lift to hold a recognised independent listing, and a manufacturer's own declaration of conformity is a different animal from an independent laboratory's certificate. Ask your insurer or inspector what they need, and if you require it in documented form, give us the wording and we will take it to the manufacturer in writing.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eShipping and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eShipped as freight within the lower 48, with the cost quoted live against your delivery address at checkout instead of being estimated beforehand. At \u003cstrong\u003e1,545 lb\u003c\/strong\u003e it is the lightest configuration in this family, but it is still a long, heavy consignment of columns, runways and ramps. Unloading is down to the receiver: a forklift on site capable of handling a runway crate, or a collection you book at the carrier's terminal. Terminal collection is usually the better plan for a residential address, since terminals have docks and driveways do not. Residential delivery carries a residential fee, added at checkout when selected.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInspect the shipment before you sign for it. Check the runway edges for bends, the column feet and ramp ends for crush damage, count everything against the paperwork, and look for cut banding or oil marks. Record anything you find on the bill of lading while the driver is present and take photographs. A clean signature is what the carrier will rely on later, and freight damage is not a warranty claim.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer's limited warranty runs longer on structural components than on parts and is subject to normal use and to exclusions for wear items. No duration appears anywhere in our data for this model, so this page states none - ask and we will send you the current written terms before you order. Claims go through \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mechanicsuperstore.com\/pages\/warranty-claims\"\u003emechanicsuperstore.com\/pages\/warranty-claims\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe universal warning for hydraulic lifts applies here too. If something fails, leave the power unit, the cylinder, the cables and the lock mechanism exactly as they are until a claim is open. Equipment that has been taken apart for a look is generally treated as modified, and cover disappears with it. Photograph the fault, record the serial number from a column, take the lift out of service and call us first.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" height=\"8\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn11.bigcommerce.com\/s-ew8kwapfc4\/images\/stencil\/original\/image-manager\/golden-bar.png?t=1681903157\" width=\"1198\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"kd-main-product-details-container\" id=\"kd-main-product-details-container\"\u003e \u003ch3 class=\"h3 accordion\"\u003eProduct Features\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"panel\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"kd-product-details-continer kd-flex-row\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"kd-prouduct-details-item\"\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e8,000 lbs Capacity\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCable driven\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSingle Point Manual Lock Release\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAdjustable Locking Positions\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSlack Cable Safety\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSteel Approach Ramps\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFits in most residential garages\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eNo Caster Kit, Drip Trays and Jack Tray\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" height=\"8\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn11.bigcommerce.com\/s-ew8kwapfc4\/images\/stencil\/original\/image-manager\/golden-bar.png?t=1681903157\" width=\"1198\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e   \u003cdiv class=\"kd-main-product-pickupdelivry-container\" id=\"kd-main-product-pickupdelivry-container\"\u003e \u003ch3 class=\"h3 accordion\"\u003ePick Up and Delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"panel\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"kd-product-pickupdelivry-continer kd-flex-row\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"kd-prouduct-pickupdelivry-item\"\u003e \u003cp\u003eOur Pick Up locations for Valor, Valor, iDeal are located in Temecula, California - Orlando, Florida - Norcross, Georgia - Elwood, Indiana - St. Cloud, Minnesota - Reidsville, NC - Pottsville, Pennsylvania - Alvarado, Texas - West Valley City, Utah.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCall, text, or chat with us if you have questions. 866-774-7743\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" height=\"8\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn11.bigcommerce.com\/s-ew8kwapfc4\/images\/stencil\/original\/image-manager\/golden-bar.png?t=1681903157\" width=\"1198\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"kd-main-product-downloads-container\" id=\"kd-main-product-downloads-container\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"panel\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"kd-product-downloads-continer kd-flex-row\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"kd-prouduct-downloads-item\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"kd-img-container kd-flex-row\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"kd-img-item\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Valor","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54962124652883,"sku":"VP8K-B","price":1758.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/progradewarehouse.com\/products\/products-tuxedo-fp8k-b-8-000-lb-basic-storage-lift","provider":"PRO GRADE WAREHOUSE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}