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I need a new floor jack, any suggestions ?

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Old Jan 27, 2010 | 12:00 PM
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Alright im looking at my garage and i need a new lift system, any suggestions? iv got new ramps so i dont need those but i'd like suggestions on some floor jacks, jack stands and possibly a decent bottle jack. remember i'v got a lift so i need it taller than the normal autozone crap
 
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Old Jan 27, 2010 | 12:12 PM
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have you looked into a high-jack? i think a 52" one is like 80 bucks...jackstands i have ones that stand 2 1/2 feet, have no idea what brand they are
 
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Old Jan 27, 2010 | 12:59 PM
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I just bought a low-profile, 3 ton floor jack at Harborfreight.com for $59 + tax (local).

I've used it several times and love it!
 
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Old Jan 27, 2010 | 01:26 PM
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how much money you got?,,, dont cheap on jack
 
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Old Jan 27, 2010 | 01:34 PM
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I got the sears package two years ago and don't mind it. Comes with two 3 ton jack stands, 3 ton jack, and a creeper for around $99. I just checked their website and its say $150 but I wouldn't trust that for some reason. Give a local store a call if you want to check it out and see what they run in your area.

http://www.craftsman.com/shc/s/p_101...eyword=creeper

Edit, in case the link doesn't work, here is the info Item# 00950188000 Mfr. Model# 50188

if it really is the correct price, then give it a little bit... it goes on sale quite frequently.
 

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Old Jan 27, 2010 | 01:56 PM
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harbor freight always has decent jacks on sale... check online for sale prices.

might check out summit or jegs too.. I think some jacks they sell at the zone can be fitted with an extension on the lift pad that gives you an extra 8-12"... i'll try and find a link on that...

I'm looking for a new floor jack as well... I'm pretty sure I blew mine up the other day when I did my track bar

http://www.hyjacks.com/index.html

http://www.drivewerks.com/catalog/sh...ACHyd1_pg1.htm
 

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Old Jan 27, 2010 | 02:48 PM
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Get a floor jack from harbor freight and get yourself some old railroad ties and cut them into foot long pieces. They work well at getting height and they are pretty sturdy.
 
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Old Jan 27, 2010 | 04:07 PM
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I also got the set from sears. Came with all craftsmen stuff, 3 ton jack, two stands and a creeper. Works great on lifted trucks unless you need to lift the body.
 
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Old Jan 27, 2010 | 05:05 PM
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NAPA 3-1/2 ton Professional jack and GM Goodwrench 3 ton cast iron jack stands.
 
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Old Jan 27, 2010 | 05:34 PM
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Thanks for the replys guys, yea i dont go cheap on my tools. right now i'v got a typical floor jack but it's simply not enough and i dont trust stacking blocks cause iv actually had a truck fall onto jackstands and it honestly scared the **** outta me cause when it fell it stoped about 2 inches off my face ( i was under the frame )

imma look into sears, i buy alot of stuff from there and along with harbour fraight.
 
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