60" is way excessive, just use a hacksaw to cut it down to 48".

Jerry

Eric wrote:
> I've moved it three times now -- once from the shed where she had my
> step-dad hide it from me to the house, another from the living room to a
> closet (my son was tripping over it... 2 year olds..), and again to check it
> out in the back of my Jeep. That thing is HUGE. Thought that was just my
> initial impression.. no, it really is.
>
> Hmmm... I just hate to return a gift my wife bought me. I always feel bad.
> The fog lights she bought me came with a wiring kit that I could only use 3
> of the original wires... had to make the rest of them myself to get it to
> work. She felt bad.
>
> Eric
> "L.W. ("ßill") ------ III" <----------@***.net> wrote in message
> news:41CA3BC6.D2A69208@***.net...
>
>> Five foot is probably too long for the front bumper mount:
>>http://www.4x4now.com/bu98tjc.htm
>> God Bless America, ßill O|||||||O
>>mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/
>>
>>Eric wrote:
>>
>>>That's what I figured, but my wife said the 60" was only a couple of
>>>dollars
>>>more than the 48" version.. said that's why she got it. Any pics of
>>>someone
>>>mounting it as you suggested? Thanks for the tip!
>>>
>>>BTW, I forgot to mention I have a 4" lift w/33s. Don't know if that
>>>makes
>>>the 60" more reasonable or not.
>
>
>

--
Jerry Bransford
PP-ASEL N6TAY
See the Geezer Jeep at
http://members.***.net/jerrypb/

 

60" is way excessive, just use a hacksaw to cut it down to 48".

Jerry

Eric wrote:
> I've moved it three times now -- once from the shed where she had my
> step-dad hide it from me to the house, another from the living room to a
> closet (my son was tripping over it... 2 year olds..), and again to check it
> out in the back of my Jeep. That thing is HUGE. Thought that was just my
> initial impression.. no, it really is.
>
> Hmmm... I just hate to return a gift my wife bought me. I always feel bad.
> The fog lights she bought me came with a wiring kit that I could only use 3
> of the original wires... had to make the rest of them myself to get it to
> work. She felt bad.
>
> Eric
> "L.W. ("ßill") ------ III" <----------@***.net> wrote in message
> news:41CA3BC6.D2A69208@***.net...
>
>> Five foot is probably too long for the front bumper mount:
>>http://www.4x4now.com/bu98tjc.htm
>> God Bless America, ßill O|||||||O
>>mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/
>>
>>Eric wrote:
>>
>>>That's what I figured, but my wife said the 60" was only a couple of
>>>dollars
>>>more than the 48" version.. said that's why she got it. Any pics of
>>>someone
>>>mounting it as you suggested? Thanks for the tip!
>>>
>>>BTW, I forgot to mention I have a 4" lift w/33s. Don't know if that
>>>makes
>>>the 60" more reasonable or not.
>
>
>

--
Jerry Bransford
PP-ASEL N6TAY
See the Geezer Jeep at
http://members.***.net/jerrypb/

 

what i did on my 90YJ was set the jack inside my "bumperett"
passenger side,
with the jacking arm to the inside,
run a 3.5 inch bolt up through my bumper to secure the bottom plate of
the jack, bolt then big rubber washer,
then opened my rear door and drilled a hole for another bolt,
through the top hinge,
tightened it doun with two nuts to get the spacing right, then heated
and bent the bolt to straighten it out with the body,
this one goes through the holes in the jack,
along with washers and rubber washers, than a wing-nut, to tighten it
up,
then i drilled a hole in the bolt, for a small lock, greased the lock
and keyhole,
and all the pins on the jack heavily,
sliced a tennis-ball and cramed it over the top,
i have the 48inch jack,
store the handle and tools under the back seat,
been there two monthes, no rattling, bouncing,
and NO i cant open my rear door very far about 12 inches,,, but thats
all i need,
and yes the bumperetts will come off some day,
and yes the lock is puny, but it keps honest people from getting to
enticed,
and a hammer or hacksaw would set off my alarm system or get the dog
realy peeeOed,
but for now it works for me, and is out of the way,

johnp




Eric wrote:
> I just found a site describing that type of mount. Doesn't look like
the
> 60" will fit there (although that would be perfect). I may just take
the
> 60" back and get the 48". Although I'd like to have the extra length
"just
> in case"... I checked (it's freezing outside and rather dark) and it

> doesn't look like it'd fit even if I took the base and the top off.
>
> Eric
> "Rusted" <no@email.com> wrote in message
> news:NXqyd.4$SA3.2@fe34.usenetserver.com...
> >I have the 48" mounted to the roll bars just inches below the top of
the
> >passenger's rear seat. No one hit their heads on it that way. I
have it
> >mounted with some parts from the fencing isle of the hardware store,
and
> >then used some bicycle inner tubes to make sure the hardware cinches
down
> >tight, and to protect the bars from getting scratched. I have to
admit
> >mine has been mounted for 3 years now, and not once have I removed
it for
> >any reason.
> >
> >
> > "Jeff Strickland" <crwlr@yahoo.com> wrote in message
> > news:10skcl93esrhr77@corp.supernews.com...
> >>
> >> "Eric" <gymrat@baileyscorner.com> wrote in message
> >> news:W4qyd.3296$wD4.2675@fe1.texas.rr.com...
> >>> Santa just brought me a Hilift jack for an early Christmas
present. If
> >>> that gives you the urge to tell me how dangerous they are and how
many
> >>> people have died and how I should throw it away, please reference
the
> >>> subject of the post. I am well aware of it's uses as well as
what not
> >>> to do. Those of you still with me...
> >>>
> >>> I got the 60" version, but think that's a bit overkill for my TJ.
I
> >>> believe the 48" would be more than sufficient, but am not sure.
> >>
> >> I agree, the 60" is a bit much. The good news is, the 48" is
cheaper, so
> >> you can exchange it and get the mounting blocks with the refund.
> >>
> >> If you are sure that you will only use it on Wheeling Days, then
get a
> >> couple of u-bolts or giant hose clamps, and strap it to the roll
bar.
> >> Take care to mount it so you won't slam your head into it.
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >> Thoughts? Also,
> >>> where should I mount it? I've seen a number of websites on it,
and
> >>> everyone thinks their idea was the best. What have people here
done? I
> >>> don't think I'll leave it permanently mounted as that'll just
tempt
> >>> thieves. Probably just secure it for days I'm wheeling.
> >>>
> >>> Relevant facts: 99 TJ, soft top, no aftermarket bumpers, no
winch, may
> >>> be buying tirecarrier soon...
> >>>
> >>> Thanks!
> >>>
> >>> Eric
> >>> 99 TJ SE
> >>>
> >>
> >>
> >
> >
> >

 

what i did on my 90YJ was set the jack inside my "bumperett"
passenger side,
with the jacking arm to the inside,
run a 3.5 inch bolt up through my bumper to secure the bottom plate of
the jack, bolt then big rubber washer,
then opened my rear door and drilled a hole for another bolt,
through the top hinge,
tightened it doun with two nuts to get the spacing right, then heated
and bent the bolt to straighten it out with the body,
this one goes through the holes in the jack,
along with washers and rubber washers, than a wing-nut, to tighten it
up,
then i drilled a hole in the bolt, for a small lock, greased the lock
and keyhole,
and all the pins on the jack heavily,
sliced a tennis-ball and cramed it over the top,
i have the 48inch jack,
store the handle and tools under the back seat,
been there two monthes, no rattling, bouncing,
and NO i cant open my rear door very far about 12 inches,,, but thats
all i need,
and yes the bumperetts will come off some day,
and yes the lock is puny, but it keps honest people from getting to
enticed,
and a hammer or hacksaw would set off my alarm system or get the dog
realy peeeOed,
but for now it works for me, and is out of the way,

johnp




Eric wrote:
> I just found a site describing that type of mount. Doesn't look like
the
> 60" will fit there (although that would be perfect). I may just take
the
> 60" back and get the 48". Although I'd like to have the extra length
"just
> in case"... I checked (it's freezing outside and rather dark) and it

> doesn't look like it'd fit even if I took the base and the top off.
>
> Eric
> "Rusted" <no@email.com> wrote in message
> news:NXqyd.4$SA3.2@fe34.usenetserver.com...
> >I have the 48" mounted to the roll bars just inches below the top of
the
> >passenger's rear seat. No one hit their heads on it that way. I
have it
> >mounted with some parts from the fencing isle of the hardware store,
and
> >then used some bicycle inner tubes to make sure the hardware cinches
down
> >tight, and to protect the bars from getting scratched. I have to
admit
> >mine has been mounted for 3 years now, and not once have I removed
it for
> >any reason.
> >
> >
> > "Jeff Strickland" <crwlr@yahoo.com> wrote in message
> > news:10skcl93esrhr77@corp.supernews.com...
> >>
> >> "Eric" <gymrat@baileyscorner.com> wrote in message
> >> news:W4qyd.3296$wD4.2675@fe1.texas.rr.com...
> >>> Santa just brought me a Hilift jack for an early Christmas
present. If
> >>> that gives you the urge to tell me how dangerous they are and how
many
> >>> people have died and how I should throw it away, please reference
the
> >>> subject of the post. I am well aware of it's uses as well as
what not
> >>> to do. Those of you still with me...
> >>>
> >>> I got the 60" version, but think that's a bit overkill for my TJ.
I
> >>> believe the 48" would be more than sufficient, but am not sure.
> >>
> >> I agree, the 60" is a bit much. The good news is, the 48" is
cheaper, so
> >> you can exchange it and get the mounting blocks with the refund.
> >>
> >> If you are sure that you will only use it on Wheeling Days, then
get a
> >> couple of u-bolts or giant hose clamps, and strap it to the roll
bar.
> >> Take care to mount it so you won't slam your head into it.
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >> Thoughts? Also,
> >>> where should I mount it? I've seen a number of websites on it,
and
> >>> everyone thinks their idea was the best. What have people here
done? I
> >>> don't think I'll leave it permanently mounted as that'll just
tempt
> >>> thieves. Probably just secure it for days I'm wheeling.
> >>>
> >>> Relevant facts: 99 TJ, soft top, no aftermarket bumpers, no
winch, may
> >>> be buying tirecarrier soon...
> >>>
> >>> Thanks!
> >>>
> >>> Eric
> >>> 99 TJ SE
> >>>
> >>
> >>
> >
> >
> >

 

what i did on my 90YJ was set the jack inside my "bumperett"
passenger side,
with the jacking arm to the inside,
run a 3.5 inch bolt up through my bumper to secure the bottom plate of
the jack, bolt then big rubber washer,
then opened my rear door and drilled a hole for another bolt,
through the top hinge,
tightened it doun with two nuts to get the spacing right, then heated
and bent the bolt to straighten it out with the body,
this one goes through the holes in the jack,
along with washers and rubber washers, than a wing-nut, to tighten it
up,
then i drilled a hole in the bolt, for a small lock, greased the lock
and keyhole,
and all the pins on the jack heavily,
sliced a tennis-ball and cramed it over the top,
i have the 48inch jack,
store the handle and tools under the back seat,
been there two monthes, no rattling, bouncing,
and NO i cant open my rear door very far about 12 inches,,, but thats
all i need,
and yes the bumperetts will come off some day,
and yes the lock is puny, but it keps honest people from getting to
enticed,
and a hammer or hacksaw would set off my alarm system or get the dog
realy peeeOed,
but for now it works for me, and is out of the way,

johnp




Eric wrote:
> I just found a site describing that type of mount. Doesn't look like
the
> 60" will fit there (although that would be perfect). I may just take
the
> 60" back and get the 48". Although I'd like to have the extra length
"just
> in case"... I checked (it's freezing outside and rather dark) and it

> doesn't look like it'd fit even if I took the base and the top off.
>
> Eric
> "Rusted" <no@email.com> wrote in message
> news:NXqyd.4$SA3.2@fe34.usenetserver.com...
> >I have the 48" mounted to the roll bars just inches below the top of
the
> >passenger's rear seat. No one hit their heads on it that way. I
have it
> >mounted with some parts from the fencing isle of the hardware store,
and
> >then used some bicycle inner tubes to make sure the hardware cinches
down
> >tight, and to protect the bars from getting scratched. I have to
admit
> >mine has been mounted for 3 years now, and not once have I removed
it for
> >any reason.
> >
> >
> > "Jeff Strickland" <crwlr@yahoo.com> wrote in message
> > news:10skcl93esrhr77@corp.supernews.com...
> >>
> >> "Eric" <gymrat@baileyscorner.com> wrote in message
> >> news:W4qyd.3296$wD4.2675@fe1.texas.rr.com...
> >>> Santa just brought me a Hilift jack for an early Christmas
present. If
> >>> that gives you the urge to tell me how dangerous they are and how
many
> >>> people have died and how I should throw it away, please reference
the
> >>> subject of the post. I am well aware of it's uses as well as
what not
> >>> to do. Those of you still with me...
> >>>
> >>> I got the 60" version, but think that's a bit overkill for my TJ.
I
> >>> believe the 48" would be more than sufficient, but am not sure.
> >>
> >> I agree, the 60" is a bit much. The good news is, the 48" is
cheaper, so
> >> you can exchange it and get the mounting blocks with the refund.
> >>
> >> If you are sure that you will only use it on Wheeling Days, then
get a
> >> couple of u-bolts or giant hose clamps, and strap it to the roll
bar.
> >> Take care to mount it so you won't slam your head into it.
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >> Thoughts? Also,
> >>> where should I mount it? I've seen a number of websites on it,
and
> >>> everyone thinks their idea was the best. What have people here
done? I
> >>> don't think I'll leave it permanently mounted as that'll just
tempt
> >>> thieves. Probably just secure it for days I'm wheeling.
> >>>
> >>> Relevant facts: 99 TJ, soft top, no aftermarket bumpers, no
winch, may
> >>> be buying tirecarrier soon...
> >>>
> >>> Thanks!
> >>>
> >>> Eric
> >>> 99 TJ SE
> >>>
> >>
> >>
> >
> >
> >

 

Insider information has it that I'll be getting a Hi-Lift Jack also. It
will be mounted on a XJ. I'm thinking of mounting it to the aftermarket
roof rack. What do you think?


--
Debbie & Norm Parsley
XJ Couple
2000 Cherokee Classic

 

Insider information has it that I'll be getting a Hi-Lift Jack also. It
will be mounted on a XJ. I'm thinking of mounting it to the aftermarket
roof rack. What do you think?


--
Debbie & Norm Parsley
XJ Couple
2000 Cherokee Classic

 

Insider information has it that I'll be getting a Hi-Lift Jack also. It
will be mounted on a XJ. I'm thinking of mounting it to the aftermarket
roof rack. What do you think?


--
Debbie & Norm Parsley
XJ Couple
2000 Cherokee Classic

 

I used someones HiLift as a prybar at jeep jamboree this year, an extra
12" would of helped, don't know if this is worth keeping it instead of the
48, but a thought anyway.

"Eric" <gymrat@baileyscorner.com> wrote in message
news:b8ryd.3320$wD4.12@fe1.texas.rr.com...
>I just found a site describing that type of mount. Doesn't look like the
>60" will fit there (although that would be perfect). I may just take the
>60" back and get the 48". Although I'd like to have the extra length "just
>in case"... I checked (it's freezing outside and rather dark) and it
>doesn't look like it'd fit even if I took the base and the top off.
>
> Eric
> "Rusted" <no@email.com> wrote in message
> news:NXqyd.4$SA3.2@fe34.usenetserver.com...
>>I have the 48" mounted to the roll bars just inches below the top of the
>>passenger's rear seat. No one hit their heads on it that way. I have it
>>mounted with some parts from the fencing isle of the hardware store, and
>>then used some bicycle inner tubes to make sure the hardware cinches down
>>tight, and to protect the bars from getting scratched. I have to admit
>>mine has been mounted for 3 years now, and not once have I removed it for
>>any reason.
>>
>>
>> "Jeff Strickland" <crwlr@yahoo.com> wrote in message
>> news:10skcl93esrhr77@corp.supernews.com...
>>>
>>> "Eric" <gymrat@baileyscorner.com> wrote in message
>>> news:W4qyd.3296$wD4.2675@fe1.texas.rr.com...
>>>> Santa just brought me a Hilift jack for an early Christmas present. If
>>>> that gives you the urge to tell me how dangerous they are and how many
>>>> people have died and how I should throw it away, please reference the
>>>> subject of the post. I am well aware of it's uses as well as what not
>>>> to do. Those of you still with me...
>>>>
>>>> I got the 60" version, but think that's a bit overkill for my TJ. I
>>>> believe the 48" would be more than sufficient, but am not sure.
>>>
>>> I agree, the 60" is a bit much. The good news is, the 48" is cheaper, so
>>> you can exchange it and get the mounting blocks with the refund.
>>>
>>> If you are sure that you will only use it on Wheeling Days, then get a
>>> couple of u-bolts or giant hose clamps, and strap it to the roll bar.
>>> Take care to mount it so you won't slam your head into it.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> Thoughts? Also,
>>>> where should I mount it? I've seen a number of websites on it, and
>>>> everyone thinks their idea was the best. What have people here done?
>>>> I don't think I'll leave it permanently mounted as that'll just tempt
>>>> thieves. Probably just secure it for days I'm wheeling.
>>>>
>>>> Relevant facts: 99 TJ, soft top, no aftermarket bumpers, no winch, may
>>>> be buying tirecarrier soon...
>>>>
>>>> Thanks!
>>>>
>>>> Eric
>>>> 99 TJ SE
>>>>
>>>
>>>
>>
>>
>>
>
>

 

I used someones HiLift as a prybar at jeep jamboree this year, an extra
12" would of helped, don't know if this is worth keeping it instead of the
48, but a thought anyway.

"Eric" <gymrat@baileyscorner.com> wrote in message
news:b8ryd.3320$wD4.12@fe1.texas.rr.com...
>I just found a site describing that type of mount. Doesn't look like the
>60" will fit there (although that would be perfect). I may just take the
>60" back and get the 48". Although I'd like to have the extra length "just
>in case"... I checked (it's freezing outside and rather dark) and it
>doesn't look like it'd fit even if I took the base and the top off.
>
> Eric
> "Rusted" <no@email.com> wrote in message
> news:NXqyd.4$SA3.2@fe34.usenetserver.com...
>>I have the 48" mounted to the roll bars just inches below the top of the
>>passenger's rear seat. No one hit their heads on it that way. I have it
>>mounted with some parts from the fencing isle of the hardware store, and
>>then used some bicycle inner tubes to make sure the hardware cinches down
>>tight, and to protect the bars from getting scratched. I have to admit
>>mine has been mounted for 3 years now, and not once have I removed it for
>>any reason.
>>
>>
>> "Jeff Strickland" <crwlr@yahoo.com> wrote in message
>> news:10skcl93esrhr77@corp.supernews.com...
>>>
>>> "Eric" <gymrat@baileyscorner.com> wrote in message
>>> news:W4qyd.3296$wD4.2675@fe1.texas.rr.com...
>>>> Santa just brought me a Hilift jack for an early Christmas present. If
>>>> that gives you the urge to tell me how dangerous they are and how many
>>>> people have died and how I should throw it away, please reference the
>>>> subject of the post. I am well aware of it's uses as well as what not
>>>> to do. Those of you still with me...
>>>>
>>>> I got the 60" version, but think that's a bit overkill for my TJ. I
>>>> believe the 48" would be more than sufficient, but am not sure.
>>>
>>> I agree, the 60" is a bit much. The good news is, the 48" is cheaper, so
>>> you can exchange it and get the mounting blocks with the refund.
>>>
>>> If you are sure that you will only use it on Wheeling Days, then get a
>>> couple of u-bolts or giant hose clamps, and strap it to the roll bar.
>>> Take care to mount it so you won't slam your head into it.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> Thoughts? Also,
>>>> where should I mount it? I've seen a number of websites on it, and
>>>> everyone thinks their idea was the best. What have people here done?
>>>> I don't think I'll leave it permanently mounted as that'll just tempt
>>>> thieves. Probably just secure it for days I'm wheeling.
>>>>
>>>> Relevant facts: 99 TJ, soft top, no aftermarket bumpers, no winch, may
>>>> be buying tirecarrier soon...
>>>>
>>>> Thanks!
>>>>
>>>> Eric
>>>> 99 TJ SE
>>>>
>>>
>>>
>>
>>
>>
>
>