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BENDPAK GP-7 Two Post Car Lift, GrandPrix Series, 7,000-lb. Capacity, 150" Overall Height, 78" Lifting Height
BendPak GP-7 – ALI-Certified Clear-Floor Two-Post Lift with Slim-Profile Design
The BendPak GrandPrix GP-7 is a professional 7,000 lb capacity clear-floor two-post automotive lift designed for shops and serious home enthusiasts with approximately 13-foot ceilings and narrow bays. Featuring a single overhead hydraulic cylinder with quad aircraft-quality cables and Bi-metric arms, the GP-7 delivers full 78-inch lifting height for undercar access while maintaining a compact footprint ideal for mixed fleets of cars, light trucks, and SUVs.
Key Features & Benefits
Single Overhead Hydraulic Cylinder with Quad Cable System
The GP-7 uses a single overhead cylinder paired with a quad aircraft-quality cable system that provides a 2:1 mechanical advantage, delivering full lifting force across all four cables. This redundant load-path design ensures that if one cable becomes unusable, the remaining three cables continue to safely support the vehicle load.
Traditional dual-cylinder two-post designs can suffer from uneven load distribution or single-point failure scenarios. The quad cable architecture addresses this industry-wide challenge by distributing load across multiple independent paths, creating inherent safety redundancy without requiring complex balancing systems.
This enables safer vehicle service operations by eliminating hydraulic cylinder imbalance risks. Technicians benefit from consistent rise quality across the full lifting range, and the automatic load distribution simplifies daily operation without manual adjustment requirements.
Bi-Metric Swing Arms for Mixed-Fleet Operations
The GP-7 features telescoping Bi-metric arms that accommodate both symmetric and asymmetric vehicle loading. This dual-configuration capability enables technicians to position arms for proper load balance with sedans, coupes, and low-clearance sports cars, then quickly transition to light truck or SUV wheelbase configurations without swapping components.
Shops that service mixed fleets typically need separate lifts or extensive arm reconfiguration to handle door clearance requirements for cars alongside the wider track width of light trucks. The Bi-metric design addresses this workflow challenge by eliminating the need for tool-intensive arm repositioning between vehicle types.
This improves shop productivity by reducing setup time between jobs. Technicians can serve a greater variety of customer vehicles using a single lift, maximizing bay utilization and reducing capital equipment needs for shops with limited floor space.
Clear-Floor Design with Low-Profile Pads
The GP-7's clear-floor two-post configuration places all structural components (columns, overhead trough, hydraulics) above the working surface, with low-profile rubber pads measuring under 5 inches in height. This unobstructed floor area provides full access for rolling jacks, transmission stands, drivetrain dollies, battery tables, and service equipment.
Conventional lifts with floor plates, submerged crossmembers, or high-pad designs force technicians to work around structural obstructions, creating safety hazards when maneuvering heavy components or attempting undercarriage access. The clear-floor design eliminates these trip hazards and workflow bottlenecks, particularly critical for EV battery service and engine-out operations.
This enables safer, more efficient undercar service. Technicians gain unrestricted equipment movement, improved visibility for suspension and electrical work, and faster job completion times for maintenance operations requiring rolling equipment beneath the vehicle.
Slim-Profile GrandPrix Columns for Narrow Bays
The GP-7 incorporates slim-profile GrandPrix columns that maintain full 7,000 lb capacity while reducing the footprint compared to standard two-post designs. The inside column spacing measures 110 inches, allowing the lift to fit into bays optimized for narrower vehicle widths or space-constrained shop layouts.
Retrofitting narrow commercial bays with lift equipment typically forces shop owners to choose between space efficiency and lift capacity. Conventional post designs occupy additional floor area, reducing available floor space for work zones or additional equipment. The GrandPrix slim-post engineering solves this tradeoff.
This maximizes usable bay density without sacrificing lifting capacity. Shops can install the full-performance GP-7 in tighter spaces, supporting more service bays within the same facility footprint or allowing larger work zones alongside the lift structure.
ALI & ETL Certification with Multiple Safety Locks
The GP-7 carries ALI (Automotive Lift Institute) and ETL certification, verifying compliance with automotive lift safety standards and third-party engineering validation. The lift includes multiple mechanical safety lock positions in each column, allowing technicians to set vehicles at precise heights with redundant locking at each position.
Industry practice requires vehicles to rest on mechanical locks during all service operations, preventing unplanned lowering if hydraulic pressure is lost. The multi-position lock design enables technicians to select the optimal height for different service tasks—suspension work at one height, undercarriage service at another—while maintaining redundant safety engagement at each stopping point.
This eliminates unpredictable hydraulic drift during service operations. The certified lock system provides transparent safety compliance documentation, peace of mind for professional technicians, and adherence to industry standards required by many commercial facilities and insurance carriers.
Applications & Use Cases
- Professional automotive shops: Full-service repair facilities, quick-lube operations, and diagnostic centers needing reliable undercar access for routine service, drivetrain work, suspension repair, and electrical diagnostics on mixed vehicle fleets.
- Serious home and hobby enthusiasts: Home garages with proper ceiling height (approximately 13 feet) and electrical service, supporting restoration projects, performance maintenance, and technical service for personal vehicles and classic car collections.
- Narrow-bay installations: Retrofit applications in shops with limited floor space, where compact column dimensions (110 inches inside spacing) allow lift installation in tighter bays without facility expansion.
- Low-clearance vehicle service: Specialized shops and technicians servicing low-profile sports cars, modified imports, and exotic vehicles requiring under-5-inch pad heights for proper contact under aerodynamic bodywork.
- EV battery and underbody service: Electric vehicle technicians performing battery pack service, thermal management component access, and undercarriage diagnostics requiring maximum clear-floor space for battery tables and service equipment.
- Light truck and SUV support: Shops mixing light-duty truck service with passenger car work, using the Bi-metric arm configuration to safely handle varied vehicle wheelbases within a single lift platform.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Lifting Capacity | 7,000 lb (3,175 kg) |
| Maximum Load Per Arm | 1,750 lb (794 kg) |
| Typical Axle Distribution | 3,500 lb front / 3,500 lb rear |
| Rise to Lifting Height | 78 inches (1,981 mm) |
| Pad Minimum Height | Under 5 inches (127 mm) |
| Overall Height | 150 inches (3,810 mm) |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Overall Width | Approximately 125 inches (3,175 mm) |
| Inside Column Spacing | 110 inches (2,794 mm) |
| Outside Column Spacing | 119.5 inches (3,035 mm) |
| Lift Type | Two-post, overhead, clear-floor |
| Arm Configuration | Telescoping Bi-metric (symmetric & asymmetric loading) |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Unit Motor | 220 VAC, 60 Hz, single-phase |
| Hydraulic Configuration | Single overhead cylinder with quad cable system |
| Mechanical Advantage | 2:1 (carriage rises 2 inches per 1 inch cylinder stroke) |
| Lifting Cable Type | Aircraft-quality quad cable system (redundant load paths) |
| Safety Locks | Multiple mechanical lock positions per column |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Shipping Dimensions | Approximately 148 x 24 x 30-31 inches (3,759 x 610 x 787 mm) |
| Shipping Weight | Approximately 1,470-1,510 lb (667-685 kg) |
| Shipping Method | LTL truck freight on long pallet/crate |
Installation Requirements
Foundation & Concrete Requirements
- Minimum slab thickness: 4.25 inches of concrete required beneath lift baseplate.
- Minimum compressive strength: 3,000 PSI concrete specification for proper load distribution.
- Cure time: Concrete must cure for at least 28 days before lift installation.
- Surface condition: Slab must be free of significant cracks or defects directly under baseplates; anchor installation locations must be at least 6 inches away from cracks, construction seams, or slab edges.
- Surface type: Installation on concrete only. Asphalt, wood, or non-concrete surfaces are not approved for safe operation.
Electrical Requirements
- Voltage supply: 220 VAC, 60 Hz, single-phase power required.
- Electrical installation: Installation by a qualified or licensed electrician is strongly recommended and may be required by local code. A dedicated electrical circuit is recommended for optimal performance.
- Circuit protection and wire gauge: Consult motor data plate and local electrical codes for specific breaker sizing and wire gauge requirements. Typical installations use 30-ampere circuit protection with appropriately sized wire.
- Code compliance: All electrical work must comply with National Electrical Code (NEC) and local jurisdiction requirements.
Ceiling Height & Bay Clearance
- Ceiling height: Approximately 13-foot ceiling height is intended for standard GP-7 installations.
- Overhead obstructions: Verify clearance from ceiling-mounted lighting fixtures, garage door openers, ductwork, electrical conduit, and other overhead systems. Additional clearance space may be required for safe operation.
- Building codes: Installation and operation must comply with local building codes, electrical codes, and any seismic anchoring requirements applicable to your jurisdiction.
Installation Notes
- Permits: Many jurisdictions require building permits for lift installation. Verify local code compliance and obtain required permits before beginning installation work.
- Professional installation: Installation should be performed by qualified personnel following the manufacturer's installation manual to ensure proper anchoring, leveling, electrical connection, and safety system verification.
- Manual reference: Consult the complete installation manual for detailed anchor specifications, leveling procedures, electrical wiring diagrams, and pre-operation safety checkout procedures.
Model Comparison
| BendPak GP-7 | 7,000 lb capacity 74" rise / 78" with pads 150" overall height, clearfloor two-post design |
Fast rise time Standard 220 VAC, single-phase hydraulic power unit |
GrandPrix slim posts for narrow bays Bi-metric arms (symmetric or asymmetric loading) Single overhead cylinder with quad safety cables ALI/ETL certified, low profile pad height |
Requires ~13 ft ceiling and 3,000 PSI concrete for proper installation 7,000 lb rating is not ideal for heavier 3/4-ton+ trucks compared with higher-capacity lifts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rotary SPOA7-MP | 7,000 lb capacity Lifting height approx. 74-78" Overall height ~11' 8", two-post asymmetric pad lift |
2 HP motor, 208-230 V single phase Standard rise time ~45 s; ~25 s with optional Shockwave package |
Adjustable ultra-low ~2.625" drive-over pads for fast spotting True asymmetric "Double S" columns for door clearance and strength Optimized for quick-service / lube bays ALI/ETL certified commercial-duty construction |
Movable-pad layout is optimized for quick maintenance and may be less versatile than arm-style lifts for some general repair workflows Higher upfront price point than many light-duty two-post alternatives |
| Triumph NT-9 | 9,000 lb capacity 72" lifting height 111" overall height, floor-plate two-post design |
3 HP motor, 220 V single phase Approx. 40 s to full rise |
Higher capacity for light trucks and SUVs Three-stage front arms for better reach on varied wheelbases Floor-plate layout works in lower-ceiling shops Includes truck adapters out of the box |
Floor-plate crossmember can obstruct creeper movement and undercarriage access vs. clearfloor designs Lower 72" lift height gives less headroom under tall vehicles than GP-7 or SPOA7 |
Shipping & Delivery
Freight Coverage
Shipping: Free freight within the contiguous 48 United States. Surcharges may apply for rural locations, Alaska, Hawaii, or special handling requests.
Delivery Timeframe: Approximately 7-10 business days from order placement, subject to inventory availability and shipping logistics.
Delivery Requirements
Equipment needed: A forklift or pallet jack with at least 1,500 lb capacity is required to unload the crated lift. The crate measures 148 inches long by 24 inches wide and weighs approximately 1,470-1,510 lbs. Many freight carriers assume you have dock or unloading equipment; liftgate service availability can be limited due to crate size and weight.
Delivery options: Standard freight delivery includes curbside placement at dock or loading area. Premium delivery options including inside placement or residential delivery may be available; contact customer service for special handling rates.
Inspection: Carefully inspect all packages before signing the bill of lading. Note any visible damage on the BOL before the driver departs. This is critical for concealed damage claims.
Damage Reporting
Within 15 days of delivery: Full coverage for replacement parts and freight at no cost to you.
Within 30 days of delivery: Coverage for replacement parts with shared freight cost (50/50 split with customer).
After 30 days: No coverage available (customer responsible for parts and freight costs).
Warranty Coverage
BendPak's Current 5-2-1 Warranty Program
5 Years - Structural Components: Full coverage on lift columns, overhead trough, base frame, and all welded structural assemblies. Covers manufacturing defects and material failures in structural steel components.
2 Years - Parts & Components: Full coverage on hydraulic power unit, cylinders, hoses, valves, cables, pulleys, arm assemblies, and electrical components. Exceeds the typical one-year industry standard by 100%, extending protection through heavy-use period.
1 Year - Labor: Warranty labor costs covered for repairs performed by authorized service centers. Includes diagnostic and installation labor for covered component failures.
Warranty Requirements & Conditions
Registration: Product registration should be completed within 30 days of purchase to activate warranty coverage and enable faster claims processing.
Installation: Warranty coverage applies when installation is performed according to manufacturer installation manual specifications. Installation by qualified personnel and compliance with all electrical and structural requirements is required for coverage validity.
Maintenance: Routine maintenance following manufacturer recommendations (hydraulic fluid checks, cable inspection, lock mechanism testing) is required to maintain warranty coverage.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the lifting capacity of the BendPak GP-7?
The GP-7 has a maximum lifting capacity of 7,000 lbs (3,175 kg), with a maximum load per arm of 1,750 lbs. It delivers a lifting height of 78 inches with low-profile pads under 5 inches high, making it suitable for low-clearance sports cars and light trucks within the 7,000 lb capacity.
What concrete foundation is required for the BendPak GP-7 installation?
The GP-7 requires a minimum 4.25-inch concrete slab with a compressive strength of at least 3,000 PSI. The concrete must be cured for at least 28 days, free of significant cracks, and anchors must be at least 6 inches away from seams or slab edges. Installation on asphalt or non-concrete surfaces is not approved.
What ceiling height is needed for the BendPak GP-7?
The standard GP-7 is designed for installations in bays with approximately 13-foot ceilings. This accommodates the 150-inch overall height of the lift while providing adequate clearance for overhead lighting, garage door openers, and ductwork. Additional clearance space may be required depending on your specific facility setup.
What electrical power does the BendPak GP-7 require?
The GP-7 requires 220 VAC, 60 Hz, single-phase power. A dedicated electrical circuit is strongly recommended. Consult the motor data plate and local electrical codes for specific breaker sizing and wire gauge requirements. Installation by a qualified or licensed electrician is recommended or may be required by local code.
What vehicles can the BendPak GP-7 lift?
The GP-7 is rated for vehicles up to 7,000 lbs, including passenger cars, sedans, coupes, hatchbacks, low-clearance sports cars, and light trucks/SUVs within the weight limit. The Bi-metric arms accommodate both symmetric and asymmetric loading for varied wheelbases. Proper center-of-gravity positioning and lifting point verification are required for each vehicle.
What is included with the BendPak GP-7?
The GP-7 includes power-side and off-side lift posts, overhead trough with integrated hydraulic cylinder, carriages and lift heads, four Bi-metric telescoping arms with automatic restraints, low-profile rubber pads with adapter sets, quad lifting cables, hydraulic power unit with controls, mechanical safety locks, anchor bolts, and complete installation and operation manual with warranty documentation.
What warranty coverage does the BendPak GP-7 include?
The GP-7 is covered by BendPak's current 5-2-1 warranty program: 5 years on structural components (columns, frame, welds), 2 years on parts (hydraulic unit, cylinders, cables, valves, electrical), and 1 year on labor. This exceeds typical one-year industry standard warranties and extends coverage through the heavy-use period of lift operation.
How does the BendPak GP-7 compare to other 7,000 lb two-post lifts?
The GP-7 differentiates through its slim GrandPrix columns (110-inch inside spacing for narrow bays), single overhead cylinder with redundant quad cable system, clear-floor design with under-5-inch pads, Bi-metric arms for mixed-fleet loading, ALI/ETL certification, and 5-2-1 warranty. Alternative models may prioritize different strengths such as ultra-low drive-over pads, higher capacity, or lower-ceiling compatibility.
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