Car Jack

[Cyclon36]

Since my stock jack and tools are kinda sealed into my amp enclosure, I was thinking about getting a jack for the garage that would be easy to use. What do you guys think about this one. It's pretty cheap at $15, but it looks like it would do the job:

http://www.sears.com/sr/javasr/product.do?BV_UseBVCookie=Yes&vertical=TOOL&pid=00950181000&subcat=Lift+Equipment

http://content.sears.com/data/product_images/009/50181/00950181000-dlv.jpg

[mistervlus]

Personally I don't trust those things and some of them don't fit under the stock jacking points.

Drop some coin on something more substantial. Harbor Freight, Northern Tool & Sears all have fairly decent low-saddle jacks. They're not cheap, but they are safer.

[Cyclon36]

I'm not into safety. Thats for wusses.

I'll do some more research though. I was just trying to get by cheap.

[CDjunkie]

I got this one at Walmart for about $25 (I think).
http://www.thenebula.com/firebird/oil/full/1.jpg
I'm no mechanic, but it's worked well for me so far.
One thing to keep in mind (like mistervlus mentions) is that our car is lower than most jacks, so you will have to build a small ramp to run up on, or get a low profile jack, or use a jack to get it up enough to jack.

[s2kjones]

Personally I don't trust those things and some of them don't fit under the stock jacking points.

Drop some coin on something more substantial. Harbor Freight, Northern Tool & Sears all have fairly decent low-saddle jacks. They're not cheap, but they are safer.
I agree! I purchased one from Harbor Freight. It cost me about $27, and is kick ass

[s2kjones]

Stamped steel jacks suck

[dp]

I'm not into safety. Thats for wusses.

I'll do some more research though. I was just trying to get by cheap.
don't...my ADelco (walmart) hyrdo jack last me about 5 lifts...and on that 5th one...after about half way jacking up the car, the jack went "hoomph" and almost dropped my car...thank gwad i had my stock jacks sit in case of something liek this...

off subject: would the dealership grease up my stock jack stands? they are stiff!!!

[Cyclon36]

How about this one:

http://content.sears.com/data/product_images/009/50151/00950151000-190.jpg

Miniature working model of the Craftsman full-size aluminum jack is a perfect collectible for racing fans. Precision-machined high-strength aluminum, with all the features of a full-size jack.


It says that it's "not intended to be used as lifting device", but what do they know. I'm sure it will work just fine.:D

[S2k Dude]

I've got the Harbour Freight Aluminium jack, it fits nicely under the jack points. For $80 it's hard to beat. There are a couple Harbor Freight stores around Atlanta so you can go pick one up today if you need it now.

http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=91039

http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/photos/91000-91099/91039-t.gif

[s2kjones]

How about this one:

http://content.sears.com/data/product_images/009/50151/00950151000-190.jpg

Miniature working model of the Craftsman full-size aluminum jack is a perfect collectible for racing fans. Precision-machined high-strength aluminum, with all the features of a full-size jack.


It says that it's "not intended to be used as lifting device", but what do they know. I'm sure it will work just fine.:D
That'll work perfect for your miniature car

[S2k Dude]

Regardless of what jack you buy you need jack stands, never get under a car unless you have a set of jack stands in place.

[WebGod]

Since my stock jack and tools are kinda sealed into my amp enclosure, I was thinking about getting a jack for the garage that would be easy to use. What do you guys think about this one. It's pretty cheap at $15, but it looks like it would do the job:

http://www.sears.com/sr/javasr/product.do?BV_UseBVCookie=Yes&vertical=TOOL&pid=00950181000&subcat=Lift+Equipment

http://content.sears.com/data/product_images/009/50181/00950181000-dlv.jpgThere is no way I'm using a $15 jack, not happening.

[dp]

There is no way I'm using a $15 jack, not happening.
i recently learned that too...:D

[Cyclon36]

I've got the Harbour Freight Aluminium jack, it fits nicely under the jack points. For $80 it's hard to beat. There are a couple Harbor Freight stores around Atlanta so you can go pick one up today if you need it now.

http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=91039

http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/photos/91000-91099/91039-t.gif
That one actually looks nice. I was looking at the alluminium one from craftsman, but that was around $179. I think at $80 this is a good deal for what you get especially with the 3" minimum clearance. I don't really need it right away, but I think I'll swing by the store tonight anyway. Hopefully my brake pads will come in soon so I can put them in before saturday.


BTW, have any of you ordered from S2KI before? They sent me an email that my order has been processed, but still no tracking number. Do they send one out or does the package just arrive? I had them send it FedEx express saver.

[F8d2Blk]

Get one of these:


http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/Displayitem.taf?itemnumber=46299

[Cyclon36]

Get one of these:


http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/Displayitem.taf?itemnumber=46299
Excellent! I've changed my mind in favor of one of these. Now if I can just get it in my trunk so I can take it home.

[F8d2Blk]

Excellent! I've changed my mind in favor of one of these. Now if I can just get it in my trunk so I can take it home.
Jones will deliver it for you if he gets infinite uses.:D

[Cyclon36]

Jones will deliver it for you if he gets infinite uses.:D
I tell you what, if everyone chips in $100, I'll buy it and it can be open to anyone who chipped whenever they want.

[s2kjones]

I tell you what, if everyone chips in $100, I'll buy it and it can be open to anyone who chipped whenever they want.
I can get it picked up for you. ...and help you put it together.

[Cyclon36]

I can get it picked up for you. ...and help you put it together.
I'm serious. Would you be willing to pay a $100 one time fee for unlimited use of a four point lift whenever you wanted? Granted I'm a little further out than most club memebers, but I think it's a bargan. Plus if we get enough people that would like to do that, it wouldn't be a huge expense for me.

[s2kjones]

I'm serious. Would you be willing to pay a $100 one time fee for unlimited use of a four point lift whenever you wanted? Granted I'm a little further out than most club memebers, but I think it's a bargan. Plus if we get enough people that would like to do that, it wouldn't be a huge expense for me.
You do live far away though. hmmm something to think about

[Cyclon36]

You do live far away though. hmmm something to think about
exit 24 on I-20 (about 35 miles west of Atlanta). It would have to be a few people that were interested too. I'd don't think I'd want to blow $1900 on a lift if only one person signed up. I am looking around for different solutions and so forth. If I find an affordable one that's just a low rise lift, I might settle for that.

[Cyclon36]

something maybe like this:

http://www.automotivetools.com/online-store/scstore/graphics/ry-vls6.jpg
Auto Lift, Low-Rise, 6,000 lb. Capacity, Electric-Hydraulic 22 in. Lift-Height

6000 lbs. Capacity
Surface Mounted Frame Contact Drive-Over Lift
Electric-Hydraulic Operation, 115V, 1 Phase, 60 Hz Power Unit
Standard Arms
Power Unit Stand.
NOTE: Lift Standard With 18' Hose (5486mm).
Rise 22" (559 mm)

It's a considerable amount cheaper and it's great for most work.

[s2kjones]

I don't think it's worth getting a low rise lift. It defeats the whole purpose of having a lift. You would still be laying on your back working on the car

[Cyclon36]

I think if I went with the two post lift, I would probably stick with this one. It's only $1995 and it's pretty darn good for the money.

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http://www.autolifters.com/images/1.gif Tested and Certified Super Structure - Tested and certified, held over 24,500 lbs without fail, over 3x its rated capacity, exceeding 3 to 1 safety margin

http://www.autolifters.com/images/2.gifBig Bore Hydraulic Cylinders - 3" O.D. 2.5 ID x 36" stroke, 1.5" Diameter Cylinder Rod

http://www.autolifters.com/images/3.gifLow Pressure System - Big bore cylinders and 2HP - 220V pump

http://www.autolifters.com/images/4.gifExtra Large Lifting Chain - Extra large, 1" wide B.L. 634 Leaf Chain

http://www.autolifters.com/images/5.gifCable Synchronized - Cable system forces each side to raise and lower at the same speed

http://www.autolifters.com/images/6.gifOutside Safety Locks - "In plain sight" so you can see each lock is working - completely accessible for maintenance

http://www.autolifters.com/images/7.gifDoor Guards, Foam Covered - Protects sheet metal and paint

http://www.autolifters.com/images/8.gifAutomatic Arm Locks

http://www.autolifters.com/images/9.gifLow Profile Floor Plate - Sloped on each side allowing rolling jacks, tool boxes and oil drain tanks to roll over

http://www.autolifters.com/images/10.gifIncludes Anchor Hardware

[LITTLEELVISDAN]

how much is that thing? Do they have a pneumatic version? I have to find something that uses air to justify that 60 gallon 185 psi compressor I bought. since I sold the 71 Charger Bee last year it only gets used to fill tires and balls.

[Cyclon36]

The versa lift, low profile one is about $1500. That's not bad for something like that, but I guess for another $500, you can opt for the two post lift like I posted up earlier.

[S2KOOL]

There is no way I'm using a $15 jack, not happening.
What do you need a jack for anyway?:D

[WebGod]

What do you need a jack for anyway?:DHey, I've used mine alot recently since I'm scared to take my care anywhere for them to work on it.... :D

Lee can verify this.

[Cyclon36]

Well, I finally purchased the jack from Harbor Freight that Dave recommended. It's aluminum and really light! On the way out, I remembered that my lug nut wrench is also tombed into my trunk along with the stock jack so I need to buy a torque wrench as well. I was probably going to buy one anyway so this is atleast a little motivation. Craftsman? Or does anybody have any other affordable solutions?


BTW, what should I torque the wheels to? 40ftlbs?

[Cyclon36]

while looking for wrenches at sears.com, I came across this 75th anniversary 24k gold plated wrench. Check this guy out! And it's only $19.99

http://content.sears.com/data/product_images/009/46405/00946405000-190.jpg

[s2kjones]

BTW, what should I torque the wheels to? 40ftlbs?
I think it's 20ftlbs.




























Just kidding. It's 80 ftlbs.

[s2kjones]

while looking for wrenches at sears.com, I came across this 75th anniversary 24k gold plated wrench. Check this guy out! And it's only $19.99

http://content.sears.com/data/product_images/009/46405/00946405000-190.jpg
Wow!! That would look nice in the trunk. Maybe with some neon lights :goodjob:

[Cyclon36]

You know, with this car, it's really the first time I actually care about torque specs. With my other cars the correct torque for the wheels was always whatever it was after you stood on the end of the lug wrench and bounced on it a few times. That's really the only true mathematical way to go about doing it.

[S2k Dude]

Torque spec. for the wheel lugs is 80 ft-lbs. I've gottwo torque wrenches, one that goes from about 25 ft-lbs - 75 ft-lbs, 3/8" drive, and one that goes from 75 ft-lbs to 250 ft-lbs, 1/2" drive.

[mistervlus]

I've got two torque wrenches, one that goes from about 25 ft-lbs - 75 ft-lbs, 3/8" drive, and one that goes from 75 ft-lbs to 250 ft-lbs, 1/2" drive.
Show off.............I'm so poor I can only afford one.

[WebGod]

Show off.............I'm so poor I can only afford one.I'm so poor I have to borrow yours.

[mistervlus]

I'm so poor I have to borrow yours.
We're both so poor we have to have Jetguy buy us MD when he comes to visit.

[dp]

http://content.sears.com/data/product_images/009/46405/00946405000-190.jpg
joe...do you have a secret tool compartment in your trunk somewhere? perhaps under that plexi and the amp?

do i HAVE to set the wheel torques to 75-80lbs? i just tighten them with the jack tool...:o

[mistervlus]

do i HAVE to set the wheel torques to 75-80lbs? i just tighten
them with the jack tool...:oImagine Tom Hnatiw* answering your question:

Do you need to torque the bolts to 80ft-lbs, no. Do you want to torque the bolts to 80ft-lbs, yes.

It would be best to torque them properly. If you not using a torque wrench you will more than likely over tighten them which could, albiet the risk is slight, damage other components.

*In case you don't know who Tom Hnatiw is, here's a picture of the rotund fellow:

http://www.dreamcargarage.com/Images/bio_tom.jpg

Presenter on Dream Car Garage.

[dp]

never heard of him nor watch the show...but i recognize that face from somewhere...

ok. whats a decent torque wrench that'll do most jobs yet affordable?

[WebGod]

We're both so poor we have to have Jetguy buy us MD when he comes to visit.hahaha, good point...

[s2kjones]

Don't get the cheap torque wrench either. It needs to be accurate. I think the one I'm using is from snap on.

[CDjunkie]

http://content.sears.com/data/product_images/009/46405/00946405000-190.jpg
I think your mistaken, that's actually the Dolemite Pimp-stick Mark IV. The nice thing about that one is that it's fully adjustable depending upon how much the bitch owes you.

[s2kjones]

http://content.sears.com/data/product_images/009/46405/00946405000-190.jpg
I think your mistaken, that's actually the Dolemite Pimp-stick Mark IV. The nice thing about that one is that it's fully adjustable depending upon how much the bitch owes you.:rolf:

[Aaron]

while looking for wrenches at sears.com, I came across this 75th anniversary 24k gold plated wrench. Check this guy out! And it's only $19.99

http://content.sears.com/data/product_images/009/46405/00946405000-190.jpgget that & you'll need the gold plated OEM s2000 badges to go with it

[Cyclon36]

get that & you'll need the gold plated OEM s2000 badges to go with it
Fo shizzle:fro:

Actually, I really did want to get this item, but it didn't come with the whole socket set. What good is a gold driver without the matching sockets??? Sears has no fashion sense:D

[Cyclon36]

http://content.sears.com/data/product_images/009/46405/00946405000-190.jpg
joe...do you have a secret tool compartment in your trunk somewhere? perhaps under that plexi and the amp?

do i HAVE to set the wheel torques to 75-80lbs? i just tighten them with the jack tool...:o
You know, in that well area in the back. You lift up that little piece of carpeted plastic and there are all the tools and the jack for changing the tire. Instead of taking mine out and putting it in the spare tire section or just taking it out for convenience sake, I left it in there and built the amp rack on top of it. It's still easy to get to, but I have to snip a few wires to do it.

[Cyclon36]

ok. whats a decent torque wrench that'll do most jobs yet affordable?
I just bought mine last night from Sears. It's a Craftsman. It was only $69 and it went from 20ft lbs to about 150ft lbs I think. I think thats a nice range that coveres most things.


...now if they just sold that with gold plating:D