Getting our first pontoon,a 2275gcw and have been looking at all of the lifts out there.So far we've narrowed it down to a shorestation 4000lb vertical lift and a floe 4600 electric winch model.Even though the electric seems easier were not sure about reliability.Looking for opinions on lifts and type? Thx
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Clark
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I have a shorestation with an added electric motor. I have been very happy with it, except I don't like shore stations canopy. I don't know about Floe but they look to be well built.
putz21
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What lift did you decide to go with? I ordered the Floe VSD 5000 and am having it installed this Sunday. I went with the 120V version, so I am very excited to see it in action. My Bennington hasn't been built yet, but can't wait to get it out on Lake Nokomis in Wisconsin.
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Have you looked at a Porta-Lift? They seem to be made really well, and overall (comparatively speaking, I guess!), seem reasonably priced...and since they're made in Minnesota, the shipping costs shouldn't be too bad for delivery to you.
We've had ours, a 3000 lb. cable lift model for going on seven years, and it looks and works as good as when I first got it...and would probably buy another one in an instant if I had to.
My only frustration is that the "deluxe" wheel kit for moving it around is probably the worst, most poorly designed add on I've ever seen!
We've had ours, a 3000 lb. cable lift model for going on seven years, and it looks and works as good as when I first got it...and would probably buy another one in an instant if I had to.
My only frustration is that the "deluxe" wheel kit for moving it around is probably the worst, most poorly designed add on I've ever seen!
keithkz
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Putz21, just wondering how you like your new lift (that Floe)? I find myslef talking my way out of boat rides simply becasue it will take too long to take the cover off and then put it back on. I would really like to have a covered hoist/lift (an electric one too) and lift the boat up high against the hoist cover so I don't always have to cover the boat. That way I can simply lower the boat into the water, cruise around, place it back on the hoist, and lift it up high against the hoist cover again.
putz21
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Putz21, just wondering how you like your new lift (that Floe)? I find myslef talking my way out of boat rides simply becasue it will take too long to take the cover off and then put it back on. I would really like to have a covered hoist/lift (an electric one too) and lift the boat up high against the hoist cover so I don't always have to cover the boat. That way I can simply lower the boat into the water, cruise around, place it back on the hoist, and lift it up high against the hoist cover again.
Keith, I absolutely love my new Floe VSD 5000. The lift is so quiet, it is unbelievable. I also got the remote control accessory so I can start lowering the pontoon into the water from shore or start raising the pontoon once I have just pulled in from my key chain! I would highly recommend this lift. Very well built, quiet, and very nice looking. I just took delivery of my Bennington this past weekend, but I could not imagine having to put the cover on every time. What a hassel that would be. Hope this helps! Here is my setup.
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Putz21, just wondering how you like your new lift (that Floe)? I find myslef talking my way out of boat rides simply becasue it will take too long to take the cover off and then put it back on. I would really like to have a covered hoist/lift (an electric one too) and lift the boat up high against the hoist cover so I don't always have to cover the boat. That way I can simply lower the boat into the water, cruise around, place it back on the hoist, and lift it up high against the hoist cover again.
Keith, I absolutely love my new Floe VSD 5000. The lift is so quiet, it is unbelievable. I also got the remote control accessory so I can start lowering the pontoon into the water from shore or start raising the pontoon once I have just pulled in from my key chain! I would highly recommend this lift. Very well built, quiet, and very nice looking. I just took delivery of my Bennington this past weekend, but I could not imagine having to put the cover on every time. What a hassel that would be. Hope this helps! Here is my setup.
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Curious. What does a lift normally run? I keep my Bennington in the water for the season, but I too find taking off and putting on the cover is a hassle. To charge the batteries do you need a dedicated electrical outlet or could you use a solar power charger?
putz21
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My Floe lift was just over $10K. I have a dedicated electrical outlet for it and a remote control to lift it/lower it from shore. There is also a battery option, but I didn't want to deal with the hassel of having a dead battery so I had them run a electrical line and install an outlet from my boathouse. I figured if I spent that much on a Bennington I could fork out a bit more to really protect it and not leave it in the water all summer long. IMHO, I think it is money well spent to protect the bigger prize!