Minimum height for jack stands?
#1
Minimum height for jack stands?
Howdy,
I'm in the market for some jack stands and was wondering if anyone knows what the minimum height needs to be for the stands? I would be using a jack to raise the car then placing the stands on the support rails. I'd hate to purchase a set that ends up not fitting under the car.
Thanks!
I'm in the market for some jack stands and was wondering if anyone knows what the minimum height needs to be for the stands? I would be using a jack to raise the car then placing the stands on the support rails. I'd hate to purchase a set that ends up not fitting under the car.
Thanks!
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Howdy,
I'm in the market for some jack stands and was wondering if anyone knows what the minimum height needs to be for the stands? I would be using a jack to raise the car then placing the stands on the support rails. I'd hate to purchase a set that ends up not fitting under the car.Thanks!
I'm in the market for some jack stands and was wondering if anyone knows what the minimum height needs to be for the stands? I would be using a jack to raise the car then placing the stands on the support rails. I'd hate to purchase a set that ends up not fitting under the car.Thanks!
#3
Gary is this the jack that you're referring to?
http://www.harborfreight.com/2-Ton-A...ump-62247.html
I was looking at this one the other day but I'm skeptical of Harbor Freight's quality.
http://www.harborfreight.com/2-Ton-A...ump-62247.html
I was looking at this one the other day but I'm skeptical of Harbor Freight's quality.
#5
Gary is this the jack that you're referring to? http://www.harborfreight.com/2-Ton-A...ump-62247.html I was looking at this one the other day but I'm skeptical of Harbor Freight's quality.
For someone using it occasionally? 100% fine.
Just don't leave the car suspended by the jack only....
#6
And no Gary was referencing jack stands
Not the jack
See the word "stands" in his post
Unless you're lifting and keeping a truck/suv suspended, you shouldn't be worrying about "Jack stand height"
Really a non issue here for a G. Get Jack stands that are for the appropriate weight of your vehicle and be done with it
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Not the jack
See the word "stands" in his post
Unless you're lifting and keeping a truck/suv suspended, you shouldn't be worrying about "Jack stand height"
Really a non issue here for a G. Get Jack stands that are for the appropriate weight of your vehicle and be done with it
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#7
I know he was talking about stands while providing most of his info but the statement quoted is referring to their jacks. I was curious to know from a trusted source which is why I asked.
Thanks for answering too.
Scott
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#8
C'mon Jersey, I've been around here a very long time. I have reading pretty much down pat now I know he was talking about stands while providing most of his info but the statement quoted is referring to their jacks. I was curious to know from a trusted source which is why I asked. Thanks for answering too. Scott
#9
This. Stay away from HF floor jacks. Been there, done that with negative results. Their jacks are junk and will fail quickly. All you have to do is look at their warranty (90 days). Don't make me laugh.
#10
Gary is this the jack that you're referring to?
http://www.harborfreight.com/2-Ton-A...ump-62247.html.
http://www.harborfreight.com/2-Ton-A...ump-62247.html.
#11
I have 6 of these. Owned than over a decade.
My Mustang spent 2 years sitting on 4 of them, and then I used the other 2 for G35 duties. Min height on these is 10.6". I used to jack up the front of the G35 and put them on the stands set on the 2nd or 3rd notch all the time to do oil changes.
http://www.sears.com/craftsman-2-1-4...cBXA&gclsrc=ds
I second the "no power or pneumatic from HF" sentiment. I basically say if I will only use a tool 2-3 times tops, I go to HF. If I need something i'll use a lot to last, I go elsewhere. I have had good luck with their impact sockets though. I've been using them a lot and they are doing fine.
My Mustang spent 2 years sitting on 4 of them, and then I used the other 2 for G35 duties. Min height on these is 10.6". I used to jack up the front of the G35 and put them on the stands set on the 2nd or 3rd notch all the time to do oil changes.
http://www.sears.com/craftsman-2-1-4...cBXA&gclsrc=ds
I second the "no power or pneumatic from HF" sentiment. I basically say if I will only use a tool 2-3 times tops, I go to HF. If I need something i'll use a lot to last, I go elsewhere. I have had good luck with their impact sockets though. I've been using them a lot and they are doing fine.
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Originally Posted by Mustang5L5
I have 6 of these. Owned than over a decade.
My Mustang spent 2 years sitting on 4 of them, and then I used the other 2 for G35 duties. Min height on these is 10.6". I used to jack up the front of the G35 and put them on the stands set on the 2nd or 3rd notch all the time to do oil changes.
http://www.sears.com/craftsman-2-1-4...cBXA&gclsrc=ds
I second the "no power or pneumatic from HF" sentiment. I basically say if I will only use a tool 2-3 times tops, I go to HF. If I need something i'll use a lot to last, I go elsewhere. I have had good luck with their impact sockets though. I've been using them a lot and they are doing fine.
My Mustang spent 2 years sitting on 4 of them, and then I used the other 2 for G35 duties. Min height on these is 10.6". I used to jack up the front of the G35 and put them on the stands set on the 2nd or 3rd notch all the time to do oil changes.
http://www.sears.com/craftsman-2-1-4...cBXA&gclsrc=ds
I second the "no power or pneumatic from HF" sentiment. I basically say if I will only use a tool 2-3 times tops, I go to HF. If I need something i'll use a lot to last, I go elsewhere. I have had good luck with their impact sockets though. I've been using them a lot and they are doing fine.
#14
Mine aren't. They are 6 pt sockets. But now I'll have to go doublecheck tonight. I was using them yesterday to install C5 brakes on my Mustang
To be honest, I don't have many 12-pt bolts on my car. Head bolts, header bolts, driveshaft bolts, but I'm not using an impact here. Im torqueing these.