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Post by busaddict on Feb 18, 2015 13:47:08 GMT -8
Stock Bay window buses are high of the ground. When buying a hydraulic floor jack how high should it go to get your vehicle off the ground properly? 18, perhaps 21 inches?
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Post by PICTUP on Feb 18, 2015 18:27:56 GMT -8
Stock Bay window buses are high of the ground. My nose starts to bleed when I get in mine   Seriously though, Tom I have never measured how high my jack goes. I do know it is a regular Can Tire model I got on sale. The reviews said it could get a Ford truck high enough, so I figured it would suit my purpose. Mine has an additional small handle that raises it quickly w/out load that I find handy sometimes. |
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Post by busaddict on Feb 18, 2015 21:11:21 GMT -8
Do you mean like this one? www.canadiantire.ca/en/pdp/motomaster-3-ton-heavy-duty-garage-jack-0091047p.html#.VOVwXSxKpghMotoMaster 3-Ton Heavy Duty Garage Jack - Product #09-1047-6 - Regular $99.99Quick-lift: Dual cylinders allow you to reach vehicle chassis quicker Automatic bypass prevents jack damage through over-pumping Lift Range 5 1/2 - 18 1/8" (14 - 46 cm) Heavy-duty steel frame with baked enamel finish Saddle and rear swivel wheels for easy positioning Cast iron wheels Convenient mechanical gear joint to engage/disengage the release valve Suitable for compact and mid-size passenger vehicles; SUVS and minivans; and light trucks For safety reasons always use jack with axle stands and stand in pairs  ![]() Attachments:
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Post by CrazyBrit on Feb 18, 2015 21:50:31 GMT -8
I use one of those with my Split. It does the job just fine and has done for several years. When it doesn't, I stick a piece of 4"x4" on top and it will lift any height vehicle!
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Post by Brenticon on Feb 19, 2015 11:04:42 GMT -8
I just use the same Canuck tire Jack. I thought they were only 1 1/2 tonne. I concur with Mark, 2x4's or 4x4's work well if you need more travel. Two things I learned being in the tire industry for some time, "block your tires"! Shame I didn't take my own advice, as my Jack now tends to lean to one side.
Also, here's a trick too, if your tire is flat, throw a couple 2x4's in front of it, drive the vehicles flat tire up on to them, which will give you more room to get the Jack under. I hope that makes sense ... Cheerios
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Post by stude on Feb 19, 2015 15:26:40 GMT -8
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Post by busaddict on Feb 20, 2015 10:16:33 GMT -8
Stude! You must have been looking at the online flyer too  Looks like an awesome deal. Raises to just over 18 inches, I think it will do just fine. |
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Post by Brenticon on Feb 20, 2015 13:26:00 GMT -8
Those type of handles work way getter than their cheaper counterparts. And, they look pretty sporty, lol
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Post by busaddict on Feb 20, 2015 17:24:22 GMT -8
It seems most Can Tire stores only had one in stock ($149,) I got mine with a couple of 3 ton jack stands ($23.) Thanks for the info stude.  |
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Post by stude on May 6, 2017 6:30:06 GMT -8
Costco still sells those black max floor jacks for around $110.00.
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Post by Brenticon on May 6, 2017 9:07:08 GMT -8
I'll pop in and check at lunch
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Post by Wongai on May 6, 2017 12:44:27 GMT -8
At the risk of sounding posh, I bought two floor jacks and use them at the same time on each side. Super handy! Especially with lowered cars.
Consider that idea and you won't be disappointed.
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Post by tony on May 6, 2017 13:20:00 GMT -8
YOU only use TWO jacks?   |
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Post by Brenticon on May 6, 2017 13:23:54 GMT -8
Black max, $112 low profile with a low reach.  At least the fries and chicken fingers were good! |
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Post by stude on May 7, 2017 17:13:13 GMT -8
There is nothing wrong with going deep the price is right and it is all about how you use it.
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Seriously though, Tom I have never measured how high my jack goes. I do know it is a regular Can Tire model I got on sale. The reviews said it could get a Ford truck high enough, so I figured it would suit my purpose. Mine has an additional small handle that raises it quickly w/out load that I find handy sometimes. 
Looks like an awesome deal. Raises to just over 18 inches, I think it will do just fine.
