Forward EFP9 9,000 lb 4-Post Home Storage Lift — a four-post home-storage / light-service lift. Drive on, raise, and park a second vehicle underneath, or use it for light service. Specs from the install manual (attached).
Home storage made easy
- Four-post drive-on — the most stable way to store a car over a car
- Free-standing or bolt-to-floor
- Optional caster kit makes it rollable between bays
- Freight included
Best for
- Storing a vehicle ABOVE your daily driver in the same garage bay
- Light service / hobbyist use; ALI-certified for insurance compliance
- Free-standing or bolt-to-floor installation
- Capacity up to 9,000 lb
Check first
- Use the Fit Check above — confirm your ceiling clears your two stacked vehicles
- Your stored vehicle’s wheelbase must fit the runways (see specs)
- Needs shop air for the safety lock release
Forward EFP9 9,000 lb 4-Post Home Storage Lift
’s iconic ALI-Certified 4-post storage lift — six chassis options to fit your garage and vehicle stack. Doesn’t have to be bolted down. Optional caster kit makes it portable.
Find the right Forward EFP9 for your garage
Enter your dimensions — the diagram updates live. Click any lock position on the lift column to see how your cars stack.
Top-down — lift footprint in your bay
We deliver, install, and certify your lift — turnkey. Enter your ZIP for an installed price (local installs cost less; we charge more the farther we travel).
Quote, Spec Sheet, and Preparation Checklist
Print this for your install crew or your budget meeting.
Your Configuration
| Lift model | Forward EFP9 — 9K 4-Post Home Storage Lift |
| Configuration | Forward EFP9 4-post storage lift, 9,000 lb capacity, ALI-Certified, standard chassis (111.75in wide × 200.75in long, 75in max lift height), 110V single-phase motor |
| Voltage | 110V single-phase, 1 HP |
| Capacity | 9,000 lb |
| ALI Certified | Yes |
| Lift price | $6,545.00 |
| Estimated total | $6,545.00 |
| Freight | Included |
| Quote valid | 30 days |
Bay Requirements
| Width needed | 123.75” (111.75” chassis + 12” clearance) |
| Length needed | 212.75” (200.75” chassis + 12” clearance) |
| Ceiling height needed | Depends on your top vehicle (see Fit Check above) |
Concrete spec
- 4.25” minimum thickness, 3,000+ PSI compressive strength
- Steel-reinforced, cured at least 28 days
- Level within 3/8” over the install area
- No anchor placement within 6” of any crack, edge, or expansion joint
Anchoring — your choice
- Anchor ( recommended): 3/4” × 4.75” wedge anchors, torque 85–95 ft-lb. Maximum stability, full ALI cert.
- Don’t anchor: Forward EFP9 is rated to function unanchored. Add the optional an optional caster kit for full portability — roll the lift between bays or take it with you when you move.
Air supply required: 30 PSI, 3 CFM minimum. The Forward EFP9 uses an air-actuated safety lock release. If you don’t have shop air, add the a small shop-air compressor — it mounts to the lift column.
Electrical: 110V single-phase, dedicated 15–20A circuit
We’ll ship you our concrete test tool so you can verify your slab before you commit. $250 deposit is fully refundable when you return the tool within 30 days. You cover return shipping.
Power Column Location
The power column houses the motor, air valve, and pushbutton control. Your 110V (or 220V) outlet and air line both terminate at this column.
Per the Forward EFP9 IOM: the only two valid locations for the Power Post are Front Driver-Side or Rear Passenger-Side.
What this means for your install:
- Your electrician will route the outlet to whichever corner you pick.
- The air line (from your shop compressor or the a small shop-air compressor mounted on the lift) terminates at the same corner.
- The pushbutton control sits at this corner — pick the corner that’s most convenient to reach while you’re driving onto the lift.
No need to pick now. Most customers decide at install time once they see the bay. We’ll capture your preference in our follow-up call before shipping, or your installer can decide on the spot.
Install Coordination & Rough Ballpark
Typical installer cost for Forward EFP9: $1,200 – $1,600
Range depends on driveway access, epoxy floor condition, whether you anchor or not, accessory installation (caster kit, ramps, drip pans), and installer location.
What that ballpark covers: delivery to your garage, basic assembly, and concrete prep guidance. Some installers anchor for an additional charge.
What it does NOT cover:
- Electrical work (electrician runs the outlet to the power column corner — separate cost)
- Concrete pour or repair (if your slab doesn’t meet 4.25” / 3,000 PSI)
- Removing your existing lift (if any)
- Long-haul delivery beyond the contiguous 48 states
Two paths:
(a) Find your own installer. We can refer one in your area — call us if you need a recommendation. You’ll handle scheduling and payment direct with the installer.
(b) Let us coordinate the install.
We schedule the installer, handle warranty registration after install, and do a post-install inspection. The $499 deposit is applied to your final install bill. If we can’t find an installer in your area, the deposit is fully refunded.
What to Watch Out For
Ceiling obstacles — measure with the lift at max lift height, not just over the columns:
- Garage door tracks (especially the curved section where the door rolls up)
- Garage door opener motor housing
- Light fixtures, low ceiling fans
- Heating ducts, exhaust fans, radon mitigation pipes
- Storage hooks, slat walls, attic access pull-down stairs
Floor checklist:
- Cracks, anchor holes from old lifts, in-floor heating, drains, expansion joints
- min anchor distance: 6” from any of the above
- Floor level: 3/8” maximum variation over the install area
Layout checklist (Forward EFP9 specific):
- Drive-thru clearance varies by chassis (76.65” Narrow → 93.25” Extra-Wide). Measure your vehicle’s tire-to-tire width PLUS at least 4” on each side for parking comfort.
- Power column corner accessibility — make sure your chosen corner has line-of-sight to where you’ll stand while loading/unloading.
- If you’re going un-anchored: the bare lift weighs ~1,200 lbs. The an optional caster kit adds ~80 lbs and full portability.
Rules of thumb:
- Always leave the lift fully lowered OR engaged on a safety lock. Never park a vehicle on a raised lift that isn’t on a lock.
- Drive your vehicle ONTO the lift front-first (back-in is harder to center). Chock the rear wheels once positioned.
Electrical & Air
Electrical:
- 110V or 220V single-phase, depending on your toggle selection. Same price.
- Dedicated circuit recommended (don’t share the circuit with other shop equipment).
- 15–20A breaker for 110V, 30A breaker for 220V.
- Have a licensed electrician install the outlet — don’t DIY this if you’re not certified.
- Recommended: loose whip cord with a twist-lock plug hanging from the ceiling above the power column corner, so you can disconnect easily for maintenance.
Air supply:
- Forward EFP9 requires 30 PSI minimum, 3 CFM minimum at the air-actuated lock release valve.
- If you have shop air — route a line to the power column corner.
- If you don’t — add the a small shop-air compressor (~$236). It mounts to the lift column and provides exactly the air this lift needs.