Choosing the Right Equipment For Your Home
No one takes their home garage more seriously than a car lover. We know that next to the cars themselves, hobbyists take great pride in their workspace and the equipment in them so we have curated a list reflecting our top selling items for the home hobbyist.
From vehicle lifts, waste-oil heaters and accessories to tire changers and air line kits, our list is based on what we know sells and keeps selling according to our customers. We hope that you'll take a look and find something that your home garage could use to make your space more comfortable, modern and more productive than it ever was.
RapidAir 90500 Master Kit
The RapidAir 90500 Compressed Air Piping System is one of our top-selling products for the home hobbyist. Utilizing flexible nylon tubing to disperse compressed air throughout your garage at 150 psi, the RapidAir 90500 master kit includes everything you need to get started including 1 manifold kit, 2 outlet kits and 100-ft. of premium nylon tubing.
RapidAir M7500 3/4" Master Kit
The 3/4" RapidAir Maxline M7500 master kit is designed for high-demand air tools and longer air line runs in larger garages or workspaces. By utilizing high-density polyethylene (HDPE) tubing with an aluminum core to maintain hand-bent shapes for easy wall installation. This kit includes 100-ft. of tubing, 3 outlet kits, 2 tees, 1 male 3/4" NPT fitting, 20 pipe clips and a bevel and cutter tool.
BendPak Drip Trays (BP5700301)
These drip trays from BendPak contain 56 articulated catches and gutters, perfect for catching any fluids before they reach your garage floor. Sold in sets of 2, these flexible drip trays are impact and wear resistant and can fit any BendPak 4-post lift whether it be wide or narrow configuration. If you're as meticulous as you are in your garage as you are with your car - you need these.
Chicago Pneumatic RCP-C226VP
Perfect for the home garage that needs a powerful and reliable source of compressed air, the RCP-C226VP features a thermally protected 2-hp belt driven, electric motor mounted on a rugged 60-gallon receiver tank. This little workhorse is fully mobile with it's built in handle and large wheels or for a more permanent setup connect a RapidAir Master Kit for easy access to air on demand.
Firelake 155 Waste Oil Heater
If your provincial and municipal regulations allow, a waste oil burner by Firelake is a perfect way to reuse your old oil into a source of heat for your home shop or garage. With it's durable 100% aluminized steel corrosion resistant alloy fire chamber and heat exchanger, this three-pass heater is easy to both maintain and clean-out. Make your old oil work for you with a waste oil heater.
Portable Wheel Kit (Casters)
One of our top selling accessories for home hobbyists, this high-quality caster set enables you to mobilize your HD-7 or HD-9 lift easily and safely around your garage or shop. Use the included T-handle rod to move your lift and avoid inconvenient teardown and re-assembly time - a true time-saver for any busy hobbyist. Easy to install and uninstall make our caster set a no brainer.
Ranger RTJ-1100 Transmission Jack
Another best seller is our Ranger RTJ-1100 telescoping transmission jack. This compact, foot operated jack has an impressive 1,100-lb. lifting capacity and is one of Ranger's most space-efficient designs. With it's small footprint, the RTJ-1100 is the perfect addition to the home garage with limited floor-space. Built with heavy-duty materials throughout, you can't find a better-made, compact transmission jack in this price range.
Omega 3 Ton Magic Lift Jack & Stand
Combining a 3-ton Omega Magic lift service jack with a pair of 3-ton (per pair) jack stands makes for the perfect package for the home garage. Omega is known for it's rugged contruction and this combo is no different, it's wide, solid stance creates more stability and it's steel frame construction make this extremely strong service jack a great value for the money. Also included is a built-in by-pass device to protect from overpumping damage.
Ranger RJS-2TH 2-Ton High Tri-Pod
Another best seller of ours is the Ranger RJS-2TH, a 2-ton tri-pod stand perfect for holding drive-train or exhaust components in position with ease. Able to stabilize vehicles while up on the lift with it's capable heavy-steel construction and stable wide base design, the RJS-2TH is an asset to any home garage. Supporting heavy components has never been easier or safer for you or your parts..
BendPak HD-9 XW
Our top-selling four-post lift for the home garage is the HD-9XW and for good reason. An extra-tall, extended length model with a 9,000-lb. lifting capacity, the HD-9XW is one of the most versatile lifts that BendPak creates, it's no wonder the HD-9XW is one of the most popular lifts seen in shops and home garages nationwide and across the globe - people know quality when they see it. With a freestanding design and fully-enclosed lifting cables and safety locks, the HD-9XW is a top quality lift manufactured with a top quality build.
BendPak HD-9
The HD-9 series is one of the most popular lines we carry and being our second best-selling four-post lift says a lot. Featuring durable stainless-steel lifting cables, a single hydraulic cylinder and optional accessories like rolling bridge jacks; the HD-9 is perfect for servicing vehicles as well as storing them. With a customizable power unit location, optional solid deck and so many other options - we mean it when we say this is probably the most versatile lift we have ever carried as is a perfect addition to any home garage.
BendPak MD-6XP
Our third best-selling home garage lift is BendPak's mid-rise scissor lift, the MD-6XP. This 6,000-lb. lifting capacity, portable lift comes loaded with adjustable arm assemblies and safety lock bars with multiple lock positions. Compact enought that it won't take up precious floor-space, the MD-6XP is a great fit for any home hobbyist looking to work on their vehicles without breaking the bank while not taking up a ton of space in the meantime. Able to raise up to 48" without adaptors, we can see why this scissor lift is a top seller.