Tuxedo FP8K-DX-XLT 8,000 lb Extended 4-Post Storage Lift

The Tuxedo FP8K-DX-XLT is the extended-length, extended-height version of Tuxedo's 8,000 lb deluxe four-post storage lift. Its runways are 180-1/2" long, it raises to an 82-1/4" lifting height, and it leaves 78" of clearance under the runways at full height — room to park a second vehicle underneath while the one on top stays put. Capacity is 8,000 lbs (4,000 lbs per axle), Tuxedo lists it as a fit for many full-size trucks and larger residential garages, and it is backed by a 5-year structural warranty.

The deluxe package comes standard rather than as add-ons: a poly caster kit so the empty lift can be rolled to a new spot, three 42"-wide drip trays that sit between the runways to catch leaks from the vehicle on top before they reach the one parked below, and a 42" x 12" jack / tool tray for a bottle jack or stands. Steel approach ramps with yellow caution strips, non-skid diamond-plate runways, and front and rear wheel stops are part of the lift.

Lifting is cable-driven. One hydraulic cylinder in the main runway, powered by a DURO 115V power unit, pulls four 3/8" steel cables over sheaves to the column tops. Twelve lock positions on internal, adjustable lock ladders hold the load, a slack-cable safety device sits at each corner, and a single-point manual lock release frees the locks from one handle. A full rise takes about 100 seconds.

Site requirements, straight up: the lift needs a solid, level concrete floor — Tuxedo specifies at least 4-1/4" thick, 3,000 PSI, steel-reinforced concrete, and never asphalt or wood. Power is 115V, 20-amp single-phase, so no 220V circuit is required. It is an indoor lift: the power unit is not waterproof, and the rated operating range is 41–104°F.

Planning the bay: the footprint is 109-3/8" wide outside the base plates and 222-1/2" long with the ramps on (190.7" without them), and the columns stand 94" tall. Tuxedo's manual suggests at least 3 feet of clearance around the lift for safe movement and 6 feet at each end to install the lock rods.

• Extended length and height — 180-1/2" runways, 82-1/4" lifting height, 78" clearance under the runways.
• 8,000 lb capacity — 4,000 lbs per axle.
• Cable-driven lift system with a DURO 115V power unit.
• 12 locking positions on internal, adjustable lock ladders; leveling is set at each column top.
• Slack-cable safety device system.
• Single-point manual lock release.
• Non-skid diamond-plate runways with front and rear wheel stops.
• Steel approach ramps with yellow caution strips.
• Poly caster kit, three drip trays, and jack / tool tray included.
• Free-standing on a level floor, or anchored with the supplied anchor bolts.
• Power unit mounts at the driver-front or passenger-rear corner.
• Powder-coat finish.

• Four columns, two crossbeams, and the main and offside runways
• DURO 115V power unit with wire-braided hydraulic hose
• Two steel approach ramps with caution strips, and four wheel stop plates
• Three drip trays, 42" wide
• One jack / tool tray, 42" x 12"
• Poly caster kit — four 6" poly casters on caster bracket frames
• Sixteen 3/4" x 5-1/2" anchor bolts and column shims

Plan to have hydraulic oil on hand: the manual lists 3 gallons of ISO 32 light hydraulic oil under tools required for installation. Tuxedo lists the Tuxedo SJ-35 3,500 lb sliding jack, FP7K-4023 aluminum approach ramps, and a 90-degree power unit bracket kit as optional accessories for this lift.

Tuxedo backs the FP8K-DX-XLT with a 5-year structural warranty and a 1-year electrical, hydraulic, and parts warranty. Tuxedo pays shipping on warranty parts for the first 30 days after purchase; after that, shipping on warranty claims is the customer's cost. Wear items are excluded. A cylinder found defective in the first 30 days is replaced; after 30 days, a seal kit is sent instead. Labor is not covered unless the equipment is defective at installation, which Tuxedo handles case by case. Inspect the shipment before signing the delivery ticket — any damage or shortage must be noted on the ticket and reported to Tuxedo within 72 hours of delivery.

How is the XLT different from the standard-length model?

The standard-length sibling is the Tuxedo FP8K-DX deluxe storage lift. Both carry 8,000 lbs on 115V power and include poly casters, drip trays, and a jack tray. By Tuxedo's published specs, the XLT has 180-1/2" runways instead of 165-1/2", lifts to 82-1/4" instead of 74-3/4", leaves 78" under the runways instead of 70", and has 12 lock positions instead of 10. Its columns are 94" tall instead of 86", so check your ceiling before choosing the XLT.

How tall does my garage ceiling need to be?

The columns stand 94" tall. For storage, add the height of the vehicle you will park on top to the 82-1/4" lifting height, leave a safety margin, and compare that total with the lowest overhead obstruction — garage door, opener, rails, heaters, or lights. The manual asks for an area free of overhead obstructions.

What can I park underneath?

At full height there is 78" of clearance under the runways, so the vehicle below has to be shorter than that — measure it with any roof rack or antenna. The manual requires lowering the lift onto its locks before anyone goes under it or a vehicle is stored underneath.

Does it have to be bolted to the floor?

Not on a level floor — Tuxedo's manual states the lift does not require bolting down, and the caster kit lets you roll it while empty. If the slab slopes more than 1/8" per foot, anchoring is required; the sixteen supplied 3/4" anchors torque to 130 ft-lbs in concrete at least 4-1/4" thick and 3,000 PSI. Never move the lift on its casters with a vehicle on it.

What power does it need?

115V, 20-amp, single-phase. The power unit mounts on the main column at either the driver-front or passenger-rear corner, so you can put it on the side of the bay closest to your outlet.

What should I plan for on delivery and installation?

The lift ships at about 1,800 lbs on a pallet roughly 182" long, and Tuxedo states a forklift is required for home delivery. The manual calls for extra help or heavy-duty lifting equipment for unloading and assembly, and recommends a hoist for flipping the main runway.

Can it be installed outdoors or in an unheated space?

Tuxedo states the lift is not intended for outdoor use. The motor and electrical components are not sealed against weather, so the manual calls for a protected indoor location, and the rated operating range is 41–104°F (5–40°C).

Tuxedo FP8K-DX-XLT Installation & Owner's Manual (PDF)