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Cleaning Aluminum for Welding
-Nice aluminum-cleaning methods courtesy of Eastwood.com

CLEANING ALUMINUM SURFACES FOR WELDING: Common Methods

Type of Cleaning
Compounds Removed
Welding Surfaces Only
Complete Piece

Oil, grease, moisture, and dust. (Use any method listed.)

  • Wipe with mild alkaline solution.
  • Wipe with hydrocarbon solvent, such as acetone or alcohol.
  • Wipe with proprietary solvents.
  • Dip edges, using any of above.
  • Vapor degrease.
  • Spray degrease.
  • Steam degrease.
  • Immerse in alkaline solvent.
  • Immerse in proprietary solvents.
Oxides (Use any method listed.)
  • Dip edge in strong alkaline solution, then water, then nitric acid. Finish with water rinse.
  • Wipe with proprietary deoxidizers.
  • Remove mechanically, such as by wire-brushing, filing, or grinding. For critical applications, scrape all joints and adjacent surfaces immediately prior to welding.
  • Immerse in strong alkaline solution, then water, then nitric acid. Finish with water rinse.
  • Immerse in proprietary solutions.
PRO 1200 Motorcycle Lift Review from Eric in NC

Thanks for sharing the great comments, Eric! We're glad you're happy with the lift and service! We hope you continue to enjoy it! "Very happy with the purchase and the service from Clark Heintz. I actually purchased the lift with the side plates without checking to see that there was a special being offered. Clark switched my order to the special that was being offered which netted me the lift, side plates, the flat jack and free shipping. Clark even fronted me the $29.00 difference and let me pay it later after I got the lift and was satisfied with it. The lift is well built and was easy to assemble and works great." -Eric Mooresville, North Carolina

FEATURED PRODUCT! PRO 11000ACD3 2 POST LIFT

 PRO 11000ACD3 2 POST LIFT

We wanted to let everyone know about the PRO 11000ACD3 2 Post Lift, now in stock and ready for pick up at our shop, located at 1298 Rte 3a in Bow, NH. This 11,000 lb. two post direct drive asymmetric lift features dual cylinder direct pull lifting. There are no chains or roller bearings to worry about wearing out! This lift features unique triple telescoping arms - both front and back - for easy balance of large or small vehicles.

FEATURES: 11,000 lb lifting capacity Asymmetric design Direct drive Dual cylinder direct pull lifting; no chains or roller bearings to wear out<br> Single piece, continuous rolled steel column; no sheet metal Extra long 44" carriage puts less stress on slider blocks Padded cut-off bar Automatic electric override Single point lock release Unique triple telescoping arms Free hardware Stackable truck adapters standard Powder coat paint finish

SPECIFICATIONS Capacity:    11,000 lbs. Height Overall:   145" Width Overall w/ Power Unit:   144" Max Lift Height:    71-3/4" With Tallest Adapter:    77-3/4" Width Between Columns:    116" Min. Pad Height:    4" Drive Thru Clearance:   95 3/4" Lifting Speed:      50S Asymmetric / Symmetric:    Asymmetric Clear Floor / Floor Plate:   Clear Floor Short Arm Reach - min/max:    23-1/8" - 43 3/8" Long Arm Reach - min/max:    33-3/8" - 72 3/8" Cable Diameter:   3/8" Column Size:    7-5/8" x 12-3/8" Column Steel Thickness:    5mm Carriage Steel Thickness:   8.5mm Arm Steel Thickness:    8mm Ship Weight:    1,705 lbs. Power:    220V - 20 AMP - 1 PH Key Features:    Direct Drive; 3 Stage Arms; Single Point Lock Release; Low Profile Arms; Stackable Truck Adapters included 1.5", 3" & 6" We encourage picks for those local to New Hampshire, but we will ship to commercial locations with means to offload. We can also arrange freight terminal pickups. Call Clark Heintz Tools & Equipment, LLC at 603-234-2612 for more info. Check out this lift online @: https://www.nhproequip.com/pro-11000acd3-2-post-lift

Thanks for the review, Brittney!
The Motorcycle Lift is wonderful.  My fiancé loves it.  Everyone that I spoke with from this company was wonderful and helpful.  I will most certainly purchase from this company again.  The quality of the lift is fantastic.. Thank you very much. -Brittney, Orwell, Ohio
What is Duty Cycle?

A lot of people ask, What is a Duty Cycle? Especially when they're checking out our welders and plasma cutters. In simple terms, it's how long a machine can operate in a 10-minute period. For example, the duty cycle of our Mig 175 welder is 30% at 135 amps. That means, when it's running at 135 amps, it can operate 3 out of 10 minutes - then it must cool the other 7. That's a good duty cycle for a machine that can handle everything you need it to do on that restoration. And if you don't think 3 minutes is a long time, hold a pencil like you are welding, and run it across your desk for three minutes.

2 PRO 1200SEMAX Lifts Raising 2004 Bourget Python Chopper and 2009 Harley Davidson CVO RoadGlide

"I purchased two Pro1200SE lifts for my garage back in October 2014 and they are of the utmost TOP QUALITY of any lift I have seen or used and are working outstanding. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND this lift to any consumer looking to purchase a QUALITY lift which includes all the accessories and no need to purchase them separately. Clark had answered all of my questions that I had prior to purchasing and add. I ordered my lifts on a Saturday and they were delivered the following Friday! You will need a forklift of some sort to get the lifts out of the truck as they are extremely heavy FYI. Thanks much NH Pro Equipment for the great experience!"

-Brandon P., Definitive Contracting Big Lake, Minnesota

Check out Brandon's chopper, a 2004 Bourget Python on one lift and his 2009 Harley Davidson CVO RoadGlide on the other. He says, "I have been working on some stereo upgrades on the bagger and of course all the routine yearly maintenance on both (tires, oil changes, etc). "

Chopper 2004 Bourget Python PRO 1200 lift

PRO 1200 Motorcycle Lift=Great Christmas Gift!

Thanks to Yulonda for purchasing the PRO 1200 Motorcycle Lift for her husband for Christmas. We're glad to hear he's so happy with it (and you!)!


"The lift is working great! My husband loves it. It was exactly as advertised and what we expected. I'm the best wife ever thanks to this awesome Christmas gift! Thank you," Yulonda E. Rector, Arkansas

Eastwood Mig 250 Welder Review

Eastwood's Mig 250 Welder is powerful, easy to use, and - it won't break the bank. Featuring inverter technology, and completely portable, it weighs 1/2 as much as similar welders (and costs 1/2 as much, too). Though lightweight, it still manages to delivers all the power you will need to weld steel up to a 1/2" thick and aluminum up to 1/4" thick, with a 60% duty cycle at its full 250 amp setting. Plus, with the efficiency of the inverter and the ability to run on 120v or 240v, you can easily take it to the race track or job site and run it off a generator. It is also completely adjustable, re: both voltage and wire feed speed settings, is capable of accepting both 4" & 8" diameter spools and feed steel, stainless or flux core wire from .023” to .045”. Optional spool gun also available. Features 120 or 240 volt powered Infinitely adjustable 30-250 amp welding range 60% duty cycle at 250 amp setting Inverter technology Uses 4" or 8" wire spool Optional spool gun for aluminum wire Torch cable length: 10 feet Ground cable length: 10 feet Warranty: 3 Year Weighs: 66 lbs Includes 250 amp output MIG gun Ground cable and clamp Gas regulator and hose Instruction manual 120VAC to 240VAC cord 2 lb spool of MIG wire.

Karl's 2011 Victory Cross Country gets lift on PRO 1200SEMAX Motorcycle Lift

"I have to say I am very happy with the purchase.  First off, the delivery came much quicker than I anticipated, and unpacking and setting up the lift was pretty easy.  I just recently swapped out the swingers, rear shock, front forks and front wheel on my Victory XC and the the lift was invaluable, and performed flawlessly! Thanks again for a great product and the quick turn around on my order!"

-Karl, Millersville, MD

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PRO 1200 Motorcycle Lift Review and Photo from Tyler in MN

Thanks to Tyler of Coon Rapids, Minnesota for the nice comments and photo! "The lift is awesome!   Couldn't be happier with it.  You guys did an awesome job. Thanks." He added this, along with a photo:

"I'm restoring a 1978 Honda CBX. Inline six cylinder, Twin cam, 24 valves."

Honda CBX on Motorcycle Lift