Power Steering Pump Operated Car Lift

Another case of Build It or Buy It? Ended up with an old Rotary 4 post car lift that was missing the hydraulic lift motor/pump. Had been debating about what hydraulic pump to get, some of the cheap import ones just didn't have stellar reviews... So, why not try to piece something together instead?

Safety Note: The hydraulic portion of a lift like this is used only to raise the vehicle, it is not meant to be the sole means of support. The mechanical locking system must be in working order as made by the mfg. I didn't go over it much in the video, but the entire lift was actually gone through to ensure proper function and condition. Hydraulics fail, and just like a floor jack, should never be trusted as a means of support. There's a lot of things you can skimp on, but not when there's 7000 lbs over your head.

The high pressure side of the Hydraulics system also needs some awareness, with pressures up well over 1000 psi. Components like hoses, fittings, and gauges need to be rated to handle it.