Hilift jack questions -- don't flame me, yes it's dangerous
#31
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Re: Hilift jack questions -- don't flame me, yes it's dangerous
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$wD4.2675@fe1.texas.rr.com...
>>>> Santa just brought me a Hilift jack for an early Christmas present. If
>>>> that gives you the urge to tell me how dangerous they are and how many
>>>> people have died and how I should throw it away, please reference the
>>>> subject of the post. I am well aware of it's uses as well as what not
>>>> to do. Those of you still with me...
>>>>
>>>> I got the 60" version, but think that's a bit overkill for my TJ. I
>>>> believe the 48" would be more than sufficient, but am not sure.
>>>
>>> I agree, the 60" is a bit much. The good news is, the 48" is cheaper, so
>>> you can exchange it and get the mounting blocks with the refund.
>>>
>>> If you are sure that you will only use it on Wheeling Days, then get a
>>> couple of u-bolts or giant hose clamps, and strap it to the roll bar.
>>> Take care to mount it so you won't slam your head into it.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> Thoughts? Also,
>>>> where should I mount it? I've seen a number of websites on it, and
>>>> everyone thinks their idea was the best. What have people here done?
>>>> I don't think I'll leave it permanently mounted as that'll just tempt
>>>> thieves. Probably just secure it for days I'm wheeling.
>>>>
>>>> Relevant facts: 99 TJ, soft top, no aftermarket bumpers, no winch, may
>>>> be buying tirecarrier soon...
>>>>
>>>> Thanks!
>>>>
>>>> Eric
>>>> 99 TJ SE
>>>>
>>>
>>>
>>
>>
>>
>
>
12" would of helped, don't know if this is worth keeping it instead of the
48, but a thought anyway.
"Eric" <gymrat@baileyscorner.com> wrote in message
news:b8ryd.3320$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
>>>>
>>>
>>>
>>
>>
>>
>
>
#32
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Re: Hilift jack questions -- don't flame me, yes it's dangerous
great topic guys!
I'm gettin' one aswell...lol
I think I like the mounting from the link Bill posted except I have the fog
lights on my TJ...it definately has to be easy accessable, my buddy has lent
me one and it has got me out of more jams than u could imagine...lifting the
TJ up and off rocks is it's most common use...it's a must have on any Jeep!
"Greg" <greglc84@hotmail.com> wrote in message
news:7KAyd.571259$%k.503828@pd7tw2no...
> I used someones HiLift as a prybar at jeep jamboree this year, an extra
> 12" would of helped, don't know if this is worth keeping it instead of the
> 48, but a thought anyway.
>
> "Eric" <gymrat@baileyscorner.com> wrote in message
> news:b8ryd.3320$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'm gettin' one aswell...lol
I think I like the mounting from the link Bill posted except I have the fog
lights on my TJ...it definately has to be easy accessable, my buddy has lent
me one and it has got me out of more jams than u could imagine...lifting the
TJ up and off rocks is it's most common use...it's a must have on any Jeep!
"Greg" <greglc84@hotmail.com> wrote in message
news:7KAyd.571259$%k.503828@pd7tw2no...
> I used someones HiLift as a prybar at jeep jamboree this year, an extra
> 12" would of helped, don't know if this is worth keeping it instead of the
> 48, but a thought anyway.
>
> "Eric" <gymrat@baileyscorner.com> wrote in message
> news:b8ryd.3320$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
> >>>>
> >>>
> >>>
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >
> >
>
>
#33
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Posts: n/a
Re: Hilift jack questions -- don't flame me, yes it's dangerous
great topic guys!
I'm gettin' one aswell...lol
I think I like the mounting from the link Bill posted except I have the fog
lights on my TJ...it definately has to be easy accessable, my buddy has lent
me one and it has got me out of more jams than u could imagine...lifting the
TJ up and off rocks is it's most common use...it's a must have on any Jeep!
"Greg" <greglc84@hotmail.com> wrote in message
news:7KAyd.571259$%k.503828@pd7tw2no...
> I used someones HiLift as a prybar at jeep jamboree this year, an extra
> 12" would of helped, don't know if this is worth keeping it instead of the
> 48, but a thought anyway.
>
> "Eric" <gymrat@baileyscorner.com> wrote in message
> news:b8ryd.3320$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'm gettin' one aswell...lol
I think I like the mounting from the link Bill posted except I have the fog
lights on my TJ...it definately has to be easy accessable, my buddy has lent
me one and it has got me out of more jams than u could imagine...lifting the
TJ up and off rocks is it's most common use...it's a must have on any Jeep!
"Greg" <greglc84@hotmail.com> wrote in message
news:7KAyd.571259$%k.503828@pd7tw2no...
> I used someones HiLift as a prybar at jeep jamboree this year, an extra
> 12" would of helped, don't know if this is worth keeping it instead of the
> 48, but a thought anyway.
>
> "Eric" <gymrat@baileyscorner.com> wrote in message
> news:b8ryd.3320$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
> >>>>
> >>>
> >>>
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >
> >
>
>
#34
Guest
Posts: n/a
Re: Hilift jack questions -- don't flame me, yes it's dangerous
great topic guys!
I'm gettin' one aswell...lol
I think I like the mounting from the link Bill posted except I have the fog
lights on my TJ...it definately has to be easy accessable, my buddy has lent
me one and it has got me out of more jams than u could imagine...lifting the
TJ up and off rocks is it's most common use...it's a must have on any Jeep!
"Greg" <greglc84@hotmail.com> wrote in message
news:7KAyd.571259$%k.503828@pd7tw2no...
> I used someones HiLift as a prybar at jeep jamboree this year, an extra
> 12" would of helped, don't know if this is worth keeping it instead of the
> 48, but a thought anyway.
>
> "Eric" <gymrat@baileyscorner.com> wrote in message
> news:b8ryd.3320$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'm gettin' one aswell...lol
I think I like the mounting from the link Bill posted except I have the fog
lights on my TJ...it definately has to be easy accessable, my buddy has lent
me one and it has got me out of more jams than u could imagine...lifting the
TJ up and off rocks is it's most common use...it's a must have on any Jeep!
"Greg" <greglc84@hotmail.com> wrote in message
news:7KAyd.571259$%k.503828@pd7tw2no...
> I used someones HiLift as a prybar at jeep jamboree this year, an extra
> 12" would of helped, don't know if this is worth keeping it instead of the
> 48, but a thought anyway.
>
> "Eric" <gymrat@baileyscorner.com> wrote in message
> news:b8ryd.3320$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
> >>>>
> >>>
> >>>
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >
> >
>
>
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Re: Hilift jack questions -- don't flame me, yes it's dangerous
Jeff wrote:
>
> great topic guys!
it's a must have on any Jeep!
No it's a must have on any farm and is more commonly known as a 'Widow
Maker'.
Mike
86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
>
> great topic guys!
it's a must have on any Jeep!
No it's a must have on any farm and is more commonly known as a 'Widow
Maker'.
Mike
86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
#36
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Re: Hilift jack questions -- don't flame me, yes it's dangerous
Jeff wrote:
>
> great topic guys!
it's a must have on any Jeep!
No it's a must have on any farm and is more commonly known as a 'Widow
Maker'.
Mike
86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
>
> great topic guys!
it's a must have on any Jeep!
No it's a must have on any farm and is more commonly known as a 'Widow
Maker'.
Mike
86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
#37
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Re: Hilift jack questions -- don't flame me, yes it's dangerous
Jeff wrote:
>
> great topic guys!
it's a must have on any Jeep!
No it's a must have on any farm and is more commonly known as a 'Widow
Maker'.
Mike
86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
>
> great topic guys!
it's a must have on any Jeep!
No it's a must have on any farm and is more commonly known as a 'Widow
Maker'.
Mike
86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00
88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's
#38
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Re: Hilift jack questions -- don't flame me, yes it's dangerous
Hi Eric,
I agree with Jerry, :-( cut it off to fit an area you think you may
stow it. I think if you used over four feet jacking up an end, you'd be
crazy! I cheated and used a floor jack out of sight of this picture, and
still it scared the sh*t out of me:
http://www.----------.com/realTBird.jpg You'll probably have to go to a
blacksmith to use their chop saw, unless yours was made in China.
God Bless America, ßill O|||||||O
mailto:--------------------
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.
I agree with Jerry, :-( cut it off to fit an area you think you may
stow it. I think if you used over four feet jacking up an end, you'd be
crazy! I cheated and used a floor jack out of sight of this picture, and
still it scared the sh*t out of me:
http://www.----------.com/realTBird.jpg You'll probably have to go to a
blacksmith to use their chop saw, unless yours was made in China.
God Bless America, ßill O|||||||O
mailto:--------------------
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.
#39
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Re: Hilift jack questions -- don't flame me, yes it's dangerous
Hi Eric,
I agree with Jerry, :-( cut it off to fit an area you think you may
stow it. I think if you used over four feet jacking up an end, you'd be
crazy! I cheated and used a floor jack out of sight of this picture, and
still it scared the sh*t out of me:
http://www.----------.com/realTBird.jpg You'll probably have to go to a
blacksmith to use their chop saw, unless yours was made in China.
God Bless America, ßill O|||||||O
mailto:--------------------
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.
I agree with Jerry, :-( cut it off to fit an area you think you may
stow it. I think if you used over four feet jacking up an end, you'd be
crazy! I cheated and used a floor jack out of sight of this picture, and
still it scared the sh*t out of me:
http://www.----------.com/realTBird.jpg You'll probably have to go to a
blacksmith to use their chop saw, unless yours was made in China.
God Bless America, ßill O|||||||O
mailto:--------------------
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.
#40
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Re: Hilift jack questions -- don't flame me, yes it's dangerous
Hi Eric,
I agree with Jerry, :-( cut it off to fit an area you think you may
stow it. I think if you used over four feet jacking up an end, you'd be
crazy! I cheated and used a floor jack out of sight of this picture, and
still it scared the sh*t out of me:
http://www.----------.com/realTBird.jpg You'll probably have to go to a
blacksmith to use their chop saw, unless yours was made in China.
God Bless America, ßill O|||||||O
mailto:--------------------
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.
I agree with Jerry, :-( cut it off to fit an area you think you may
stow it. I think if you used over four feet jacking up an end, you'd be
crazy! I cheated and used a floor jack out of sight of this picture, and
still it scared the sh*t out of me:
http://www.----------.com/realTBird.jpg You'll probably have to go to a
blacksmith to use their chop saw, unless yours was made in China.
God Bless America, ßill O|||||||O
mailto:--------------------
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.