Lift Calculator

Will It Fit? Find the Ceiling Height You Need for a 4-Post Lift

Choosing the right automotive lift starts with knowing your space. This Lift Calculator is designed specifically for Guardian Lifts 4-post models, helping you determine the minimum ceiling height required based on your vehicles and lift configuration.

Enter the height your vehicles to see whether your garage or shop can safely accommodate a Guardian Lifts 4-post system. This tool provides quick, practical guidance for planning vehicle storage and service setups, helping you choose the right lift with confidence before purchasing.

 



Will It Fit? How tall do my ceilings need to be?

Guardian Lifts illustration Side Mount Garage Door Opener and/or raising garage door rails may be needed to gain required clearance

Minimum Clearance Height Calculator

Measure the height of your vehicles and enter for Vehicle A & Vehicle B

Ramp Thickness: 4.5"

Clearance: 4"

Minimum Ceiling Height Required: -- inches

Locking Heights

Clearance in Inches Under Runways

GL-9000HD
19" 24" 29" 34" 39" 44" 49" 54" 59" 64" 70"
GL-9000XLT
21" 26" 31" 36" 41" 46" 51" 56" 61" 66" 71" 77" 82"
GL-12000WD
21" 26" 31" 36" 41" 46" 51" 56" 61" 66" 71" 77" 82"
GL-10000SXS
21" 26" 31" 36" 41" 46" 51" 56" 61" 66" 71" 77" 82"