As the title states. We're in the market for a boat lift. Aluminum lifts are more than twice the price of comparable steel lifts. I can have the steel lift cold galvanized for roughly $300, and I'm in fresh water, but I'm unsure of the lifespan of submerged galvanized vs aluminum. Keep in mind our season is only 5 months long.

My dad had both steel and aluminum lifts for his boats over the years, and both had their pros and cons. The steel lifts were always way more solid, but I do remember the odd repair/scab job over the years because of rust. That being said, his were never galvanized, just painted.
Do aluminum lifts really last the test of time?
Should I just bite the bullet now and go aluminum so I never have to buy another lift?
Will the galvanized hold up for decades of use?

So many questions... bring on the discussion.

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