[sexyjoripong]

Hey guys,

I'm trying to get jack stands to change my shifter to a short shifter. I see jacks for a wide range of prices.

Are there any good known names for jack stands or will any do?
Does anyone have any experiences with certain jack stands??

Can anyone recommend reasonably priced jack stands?

Thanks !

 

[kc-db1]

I use craftsman jacks and stands......

 

[ArcherHoyt]

I use $10 dollar jack and two big pieces of wood.... craftsman will obviously be better quality than random brand but in reality all stands are pretty similar and buy a jack based on lift height and weight capasity.

 

[rayzah_blade]

craftsman. 'nuff said.

 

[TheGSRGuy]

Jackstands are jackstands. Short of buying some ridiculously expensive ones, they're all basically the same. My guess is they're all just re-branded from the same manufacturer.

Some go higher than others, but that's really about it.

I'd suggest getting one of the combo deals where you get a jack + jackstands.

 

[inttegra]

craftsman. i got my jack and 2 jackstands on sale for 25 bucks completely satisfied.

 

[kc-db1]

craftsman. i got my jack and 2 jackstands on sale for 25 bucks completely satisfied.

Me too...

 

[AfghanIntegra]

Go to sears and get craftsman. i got a pair of those and they have worked just fine.

 

[ishbog]

I remember reading about a super-low-profile jack, ran about $100 and was less than 2" off the ground... anyone know about this? I've recently searched again and tried to find it, to no avail aside from other brands that were different.

I really need a jack of my own now that I can't mooch off my dad's tools... being 1300 miles away complicates things .

 

[xdc2b18c1x]

^^^ i got my low profile jack at costco, its made by powerbuilt, it already broke though. but i only use it just to get high enough for my other jack

 

[integcraze]

I am also looking for a low profile jack. PITA to work with the honda hand jack and not be able to fit a jackstand next to it.

xdc2b18c1x how much did it run you? Do you still see it available? Plus how did it brake? Long time use or crappy quality?

 

[xdc2b18c1x]

i went to look and the brand is actually torin. i only used it for like 6 months.. the thing started leaking so now it doesnt go that high anymore. i know fore sure it was less then 100.. actually HERE is the link. that one doesnt say if it comes with jack stands but i did when i got it in store

 

[integcraze]

cool thanks for the link. Should get it soon when i get everything else payed. It say it sit at 3.35 at the saddle so i guess how high it sit. If only it was 2.5 than that would been much better. Still to high for me. Thanks for the info.

 

[linkb0y]

I got a low pro set from Kragen for $25 (jack and 2 jack stands) from PowerBuilt. It was on clearance though. Its still holding good. Now I'm using the 2.5 ton low pro from Craftsman. They all seem they same to me.

 

[dyingwish]

I remember reading about a super-low-profile jack, ran about $100 and was less than 2" off the ground... anyone know about this? I've recently searched again and tried to find it, to no avail aside from other brands that were different.

I really need a jack of my own now that I can't mooch off my dad's tools... being 1300 miles away complicates things .

I have this jack you speak of. There are two versions...one steel and one aluminum. Mine is steel and weighs roughly 60lbs. It is just over 2" tall fully retracted and lift higher than any jack I've ever owned. I can't remember the exact brand name but I found it at Costco. IT was $90 or so. The aluminum one is only like 30lbs and ten bucks more. I love it.

 

[GSR624]

Jackstands are jackstands. Short of buying some ridiculously expensive ones, they're all basically the same. My guess is they're all just re-branded from the same manufacturer.

Some go higher than others, but that's really about it.

I'd suggest getting one of the combo deals where you get a jack + jackstands.

x2 Just don't get the Kobalt combo at lowes. The stands are fine, but the jack is junk. Mine lasted for less than a year before the small cylinder blew out and spewed oil all over the garage floor.

 

[HeroOfTheDay]

NAPA jacks and jackstands have worked just fine for me... but like was said, I'm sure any quality jackstand will do.

 

[Adidasone456]

I have jack stands and hate the bother.. i think i am going to buy some ramps.. i think they'll be easier, they got some of those at Autozone for like 40 dollars...

 

[rayzah_blade]

ramps are fine, if you have a stock car. there's no way my car would drive on ramps with my WWtypeII front lip and 1 3/4" drop...and trying to get up on 4 ramps?? nope...jackstands are a wise investment

 

[GSR624]

ramps are fine, if you have a stock car. there's no way my car would drive on ramps with my WWtypeII front lip and 1 3/4" drop...and trying to get up on 4 ramps?? nope...jackstands are a wise investment

Ramps are fine, until you need to take a wheel off.