[Shop-talk] 4-post lift thoughts

[Brad Kahler]

Another aspect of my 4-post lift is the effort required to push the
platforms sideways when changing from one vehicle width to another.  The
platforms are HEAVY and don't slide all that well and tend to bind when
pushing on then ends.  I've been wondering it would help if I added some
thin adhesive backed UHMW strips across the beams and on the underside of
the platforms.  Would the UHMW strips last and would they help in getting
the platforms to slide easier?

Thanks!

Brad