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Lets Talk Jacks
I have been reading an on-line advertisement for Hi-Lift jacks. I have had my 2000 TJ for only a few months but I am beginning to think that having a jack like this for the trail would be a good think to have. I am also thinking that I want to store the jack externally either on the back bumper or the front bumper. I would welcome your opinions on the following: 1) Is the Hi-Lift brand the brand to buy or is there another brand that is a better choice? 2) As I mentioned above, I am thinking that I want to mount it externally. What are your thoughts about where to mount a jack like this and why? 3) Are there any jack accessories that you would recommend and why? 4) I would also welcome any links to pictures of mounted jacks to give me some ideas as to where I can mount a jack. 5) I would also like to hear how a jack like this has helped you out of a bad situation in the past. Thanks in advance and I always appreciate all responses. |
Re: Lets Talk Jacks
I personally don't think those 'widow makers' should be used on a Jeep.
They are extremely unstable and like to just up and fire by themselves with the handle going 100 mph plus. Woe to anything that gets in it way too! The last one I tried was new and the damn thing tried to take my face off. I carry a small floor jack. It tucks in behind the passenger seat great. Mike 86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00 88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's JeePenn wrote: > > I have been reading an on-line advertisement for Hi-Lift jacks. I have had > my 2000 TJ for only a few months but I am beginning to think that having a > jack like this for the trail would be a good think to have. I am also > thinking that I want to store the jack externally either on the back bumper > or the front bumper. I would welcome your opinions on the following: > > 1) Is the Hi-Lift brand the brand to buy or is there another brand that > is a better choice? > > 2) As I mentioned above, I am thinking that I want to mount it > externally. What are your thoughts about where to mount a jack like this > and why? > > 3) Are there any jack accessories that you would recommend and why? > > 4) I would also welcome any links to pictures of mounted jacks to give > me some ideas as to where I can mount a jack. > > 5) I would also like to hear how a jack like this has helped you out of > a bad situation in the past. > > Thanks in advance and I always appreciate all responses. |
Re: Lets Talk Jacks
I personally don't think those 'widow makers' should be used on a Jeep.
They are extremely unstable and like to just up and fire by themselves with the handle going 100 mph plus. Woe to anything that gets in it way too! The last one I tried was new and the damn thing tried to take my face off. I carry a small floor jack. It tucks in behind the passenger seat great. Mike 86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00 88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's JeePenn wrote: > > I have been reading an on-line advertisement for Hi-Lift jacks. I have had > my 2000 TJ for only a few months but I am beginning to think that having a > jack like this for the trail would be a good think to have. I am also > thinking that I want to store the jack externally either on the back bumper > or the front bumper. I would welcome your opinions on the following: > > 1) Is the Hi-Lift brand the brand to buy or is there another brand that > is a better choice? > > 2) As I mentioned above, I am thinking that I want to mount it > externally. What are your thoughts about where to mount a jack like this > and why? > > 3) Are there any jack accessories that you would recommend and why? > > 4) I would also welcome any links to pictures of mounted jacks to give > me some ideas as to where I can mount a jack. > > 5) I would also like to hear how a jack like this has helped you out of > a bad situation in the past. > > Thanks in advance and I always appreciate all responses. |
Re: Lets Talk Jacks
I personally don't think those 'widow makers' should be used on a Jeep.
They are extremely unstable and like to just up and fire by themselves with the handle going 100 mph plus. Woe to anything that gets in it way too! The last one I tried was new and the damn thing tried to take my face off. I carry a small floor jack. It tucks in behind the passenger seat great. Mike 86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00 88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's JeePenn wrote: > > I have been reading an on-line advertisement for Hi-Lift jacks. I have had > my 2000 TJ for only a few months but I am beginning to think that having a > jack like this for the trail would be a good think to have. I am also > thinking that I want to store the jack externally either on the back bumper > or the front bumper. I would welcome your opinions on the following: > > 1) Is the Hi-Lift brand the brand to buy or is there another brand that > is a better choice? > > 2) As I mentioned above, I am thinking that I want to mount it > externally. What are your thoughts about where to mount a jack like this > and why? > > 3) Are there any jack accessories that you would recommend and why? > > 4) I would also welcome any links to pictures of mounted jacks to give > me some ideas as to where I can mount a jack. > > 5) I would also like to hear how a jack like this has helped you out of > a bad situation in the past. > > Thanks in advance and I always appreciate all responses. |
Re: Lets Talk Jacks
"JeePenn" <tchilson@penn.com> wrote in message news:Crqvb.11781$Rk5.3845@newsread1.news.atl.earth link.net... > > > I have been reading an on-line advertisement for Hi-Lift jacks. I have had > my 2000 TJ for only a few months but I am beginning to think that having a > jack like this for the trail would be a good think to have. I am also > thinking that I want to store the jack externally either on the back bumper > or the front bumper. I would welcome your opinions on the following: > > > > 1) Is the Hi-Lift brand the brand to buy or is there another brand that > is a better choice? > HiLift is the only brand to get. OK, that is a bit strong. There are Chinese imitations that must be avoided, but there could be other brands that have equivelent quality, and probably an equivelent price. Since you have found the HiLift, stop your search and break out the checkbook. > 2) As I mentioned above, I am thinking that I want to mount it > externally. What are your thoughts about where to mount a jack like this > and why? > Mine is on my spare tire rack. I had it on my front bumper for a while, but it moved a couple of trees, and I decided that was not the best of plans. > 3) Are there any jack accessories that you would recommend and why? > The optional foot is a good thing to have. The foot that comes on the jack is kind of small, and it tends to sink into soft dirt. There is an optional foot that is very large and it resiste sinking into the dirt. There are also winch-like attachments that allow you to pull your Jeep about 3 ft.; frequently, this is all you need > 4) I would also welcome any links to pictures of mounted jacks to give > me some ideas as to where I can mount a jack. > > 5) I would also like to hear how a jack like this has helped you out of > a bad situation in the past. > You don't need any stories, you need a HiLift. |
Re: Lets Talk Jacks
"JeePenn" <tchilson@penn.com> wrote in message news:Crqvb.11781$Rk5.3845@newsread1.news.atl.earth link.net... > > > I have been reading an on-line advertisement for Hi-Lift jacks. I have had > my 2000 TJ for only a few months but I am beginning to think that having a > jack like this for the trail would be a good think to have. I am also > thinking that I want to store the jack externally either on the back bumper > or the front bumper. I would welcome your opinions on the following: > > > > 1) Is the Hi-Lift brand the brand to buy or is there another brand that > is a better choice? > HiLift is the only brand to get. OK, that is a bit strong. There are Chinese imitations that must be avoided, but there could be other brands that have equivelent quality, and probably an equivelent price. Since you have found the HiLift, stop your search and break out the checkbook. > 2) As I mentioned above, I am thinking that I want to mount it > externally. What are your thoughts about where to mount a jack like this > and why? > Mine is on my spare tire rack. I had it on my front bumper for a while, but it moved a couple of trees, and I decided that was not the best of plans. > 3) Are there any jack accessories that you would recommend and why? > The optional foot is a good thing to have. The foot that comes on the jack is kind of small, and it tends to sink into soft dirt. There is an optional foot that is very large and it resiste sinking into the dirt. There are also winch-like attachments that allow you to pull your Jeep about 3 ft.; frequently, this is all you need > 4) I would also welcome any links to pictures of mounted jacks to give > me some ideas as to where I can mount a jack. > > 5) I would also like to hear how a jack like this has helped you out of > a bad situation in the past. > You don't need any stories, you need a HiLift. |
Re: Lets Talk Jacks
"JeePenn" <tchilson@penn.com> wrote in message news:Crqvb.11781$Rk5.3845@newsread1.news.atl.earth link.net... > > > I have been reading an on-line advertisement for Hi-Lift jacks. I have had > my 2000 TJ for only a few months but I am beginning to think that having a > jack like this for the trail would be a good think to have. I am also > thinking that I want to store the jack externally either on the back bumper > or the front bumper. I would welcome your opinions on the following: > > > > 1) Is the Hi-Lift brand the brand to buy or is there another brand that > is a better choice? > HiLift is the only brand to get. OK, that is a bit strong. There are Chinese imitations that must be avoided, but there could be other brands that have equivelent quality, and probably an equivelent price. Since you have found the HiLift, stop your search and break out the checkbook. > 2) As I mentioned above, I am thinking that I want to mount it > externally. What are your thoughts about where to mount a jack like this > and why? > Mine is on my spare tire rack. I had it on my front bumper for a while, but it moved a couple of trees, and I decided that was not the best of plans. > 3) Are there any jack accessories that you would recommend and why? > The optional foot is a good thing to have. The foot that comes on the jack is kind of small, and it tends to sink into soft dirt. There is an optional foot that is very large and it resiste sinking into the dirt. There are also winch-like attachments that allow you to pull your Jeep about 3 ft.; frequently, this is all you need > 4) I would also welcome any links to pictures of mounted jacks to give > me some ideas as to where I can mount a jack. > > 5) I would also like to hear how a jack like this has helped you out of > a bad situation in the past. > You don't need any stories, you need a HiLift. |
Re: Lets Talk Jacks
>1) Is the Hi-Lift brand the brand to buy or is there another brand that
>is a better choice? Get a good bottle jack instead. A Hi-Lift is nearly useless for changing tires, totally useless for supporting an axle during a trail fix, and extremely unstable when jacked up. If it breaks free, the flailing handle can kill you. Although some will say this is heresy, the truth is that most Hi-Lifts never get used and are mounted just to make a jeep look "rugged." If you must get what is generically called a farmer's jack, get the Hi-Lift brand. For the use (or non-use) you will give it, it won't matter whether you get the cast iron or all steel version. As for accessories, the oversize foot is nice, but you can make your own from a 12"x12" piece of 1" plywood. Robert Bills KG6LMV Orange County CA http://www.outdoorwire.com/4x4/jeep/...p-l/billsr.htm http://www.RobertBills.com |
Re: Lets Talk Jacks
>1) Is the Hi-Lift brand the brand to buy or is there another brand that
>is a better choice? Get a good bottle jack instead. A Hi-Lift is nearly useless for changing tires, totally useless for supporting an axle during a trail fix, and extremely unstable when jacked up. If it breaks free, the flailing handle can kill you. Although some will say this is heresy, the truth is that most Hi-Lifts never get used and are mounted just to make a jeep look "rugged." If you must get what is generically called a farmer's jack, get the Hi-Lift brand. For the use (or non-use) you will give it, it won't matter whether you get the cast iron or all steel version. As for accessories, the oversize foot is nice, but you can make your own from a 12"x12" piece of 1" plywood. Robert Bills KG6LMV Orange County CA http://www.outdoorwire.com/4x4/jeep/...p-l/billsr.htm http://www.RobertBills.com |
Re: Lets Talk Jacks
>1) Is the Hi-Lift brand the brand to buy or is there another brand that
>is a better choice? Get a good bottle jack instead. A Hi-Lift is nearly useless for changing tires, totally useless for supporting an axle during a trail fix, and extremely unstable when jacked up. If it breaks free, the flailing handle can kill you. Although some will say this is heresy, the truth is that most Hi-Lifts never get used and are mounted just to make a jeep look "rugged." If you must get what is generically called a farmer's jack, get the Hi-Lift brand. For the use (or non-use) you will give it, it won't matter whether you get the cast iron or all steel version. As for accessories, the oversize foot is nice, but you can make your own from a 12"x12" piece of 1" plywood. Robert Bills KG6LMV Orange County CA http://www.outdoorwire.com/4x4/jeep/...p-l/billsr.htm http://www.RobertBills.com |
Re: Lets Talk Jacks
"> Get a good bottle jack instead. A Hi-Lift is nearly useless for changing
> tires, totally useless for supporting an axle during a trail fix, and extremely > unstable when jacked up. I have had to use mine a few dozen times, and it scares the hell out of me every time. A Bottle jack isn't much help when you are rocker-deep in mud or snow. I would like to find a better alternative, but it has to have the length. My bumpers are made of channel or pipe, and I don't mind a few more dents, so the Hi-lift works for me. I would be really hesitant to use it on a unReal Jeep. -- Paul Calman, Hathaway Pines, California |
Re: Lets Talk Jacks
"> Get a good bottle jack instead. A Hi-Lift is nearly useless for changing
> tires, totally useless for supporting an axle during a trail fix, and extremely > unstable when jacked up. I have had to use mine a few dozen times, and it scares the hell out of me every time. A Bottle jack isn't much help when you are rocker-deep in mud or snow. I would like to find a better alternative, but it has to have the length. My bumpers are made of channel or pipe, and I don't mind a few more dents, so the Hi-lift works for me. I would be really hesitant to use it on a unReal Jeep. -- Paul Calman, Hathaway Pines, California |
Re: Lets Talk Jacks
"> Get a good bottle jack instead. A Hi-Lift is nearly useless for changing
> tires, totally useless for supporting an axle during a trail fix, and extremely > unstable when jacked up. I have had to use mine a few dozen times, and it scares the hell out of me every time. A Bottle jack isn't much help when you are rocker-deep in mud or snow. I would like to find a better alternative, but it has to have the length. My bumpers are made of channel or pipe, and I don't mind a few more dents, so the Hi-lift works for me. I would be really hesitant to use it on a unReal Jeep. -- Paul Calman, Hathaway Pines, California |
Re: Lets Talk Jacks
You've gotten some good answers already, so let me just say that there
was a site that had pics of a guy who mounted his in his engine compartment u-bolted laterally to the grill support struts. He removed the base first and was careful not to short out the battery when removing/installing the jack. I guess you wait for it to cool down or wear gloves. :) JeePenn wrote: > I have been reading an on-line advertisement for Hi-Lift jacks. I have had > my 2000 TJ for only a few months but I am beginning to think that having a > jack like this for the trail would be a good think to have. I am also > thinking that I want to store the jack externally either on the back bumper > or the front bumper. I would welcome your opinions on the following: > > > > 1) Is the Hi-Lift brand the brand to buy or is there another brand that > is a better choice? > > 2) As I mentioned above, I am thinking that I want to mount it > externally. What are your thoughts about where to mount a jack like this > and why? > > 3) Are there any jack accessories that you would recommend and why? > > 4) I would also welcome any links to pictures of mounted jacks to give > me some ideas as to where I can mount a jack. > > 5) I would also like to hear how a jack like this has helped you out of > a bad situation in the past. > > > > Thanks in advance and I always appreciate all responses. > > -- __________________________________________________ _________ tw 03 TJ Rubicon 01 XJ Sport There is a very fine line between "hobby" and "mental illness." -- Dave Barry Pronunciation: 'jEp Function: noun Date: 1940 Etymology: probably from g. p. (abbreviation of general purpose) A small general-purpose motor vehicle with 80-inch wheelbase, 1/4-ton capacity, and four-wheel drive used by the U.S. army in World War II. http://www.7slotgrille.com/jeepers/t...ron/index.html (Please remove the OBVIOUS to reply by email) __________________________________________________ _________ |
Re: Lets Talk Jacks
You've gotten some good answers already, so let me just say that there
was a site that had pics of a guy who mounted his in his engine compartment u-bolted laterally to the grill support struts. He removed the base first and was careful not to short out the battery when removing/installing the jack. I guess you wait for it to cool down or wear gloves. :) JeePenn wrote: > I have been reading an on-line advertisement for Hi-Lift jacks. I have had > my 2000 TJ for only a few months but I am beginning to think that having a > jack like this for the trail would be a good think to have. I am also > thinking that I want to store the jack externally either on the back bumper > or the front bumper. I would welcome your opinions on the following: > > > > 1) Is the Hi-Lift brand the brand to buy or is there another brand that > is a better choice? > > 2) As I mentioned above, I am thinking that I want to mount it > externally. What are your thoughts about where to mount a jack like this > and why? > > 3) Are there any jack accessories that you would recommend and why? > > 4) I would also welcome any links to pictures of mounted jacks to give > me some ideas as to where I can mount a jack. > > 5) I would also like to hear how a jack like this has helped you out of > a bad situation in the past. > > > > Thanks in advance and I always appreciate all responses. > > -- __________________________________________________ _________ tw 03 TJ Rubicon 01 XJ Sport There is a very fine line between "hobby" and "mental illness." -- Dave Barry Pronunciation: 'jEp Function: noun Date: 1940 Etymology: probably from g. p. (abbreviation of general purpose) A small general-purpose motor vehicle with 80-inch wheelbase, 1/4-ton capacity, and four-wheel drive used by the U.S. army in World War II. http://www.7slotgrille.com/jeepers/t...ron/index.html (Please remove the OBVIOUS to reply by email) __________________________________________________ _________ |
Re: Lets Talk Jacks
You've gotten some good answers already, so let me just say that there
was a site that had pics of a guy who mounted his in his engine compartment u-bolted laterally to the grill support struts. He removed the base first and was careful not to short out the battery when removing/installing the jack. I guess you wait for it to cool down or wear gloves. :) JeePenn wrote: > I have been reading an on-line advertisement for Hi-Lift jacks. I have had > my 2000 TJ for only a few months but I am beginning to think that having a > jack like this for the trail would be a good think to have. I am also > thinking that I want to store the jack externally either on the back bumper > or the front bumper. I would welcome your opinions on the following: > > > > 1) Is the Hi-Lift brand the brand to buy or is there another brand that > is a better choice? > > 2) As I mentioned above, I am thinking that I want to mount it > externally. What are your thoughts about where to mount a jack like this > and why? > > 3) Are there any jack accessories that you would recommend and why? > > 4) I would also welcome any links to pictures of mounted jacks to give > me some ideas as to where I can mount a jack. > > 5) I would also like to hear how a jack like this has helped you out of > a bad situation in the past. > > > > Thanks in advance and I always appreciate all responses. > > -- __________________________________________________ _________ tw 03 TJ Rubicon 01 XJ Sport There is a very fine line between "hobby" and "mental illness." -- Dave Barry Pronunciation: 'jEp Function: noun Date: 1940 Etymology: probably from g. p. (abbreviation of general purpose) A small general-purpose motor vehicle with 80-inch wheelbase, 1/4-ton capacity, and four-wheel drive used by the U.S. army in World War II. http://www.7slotgrille.com/jeepers/t...ron/index.html (Please remove the OBVIOUS to reply by email) __________________________________________________ _________ |
Re: Lets Talk Jacks
Mike Romain wrote:
> I personally don't think those 'widow makers' should be used on a Jeep. > > They are extremely unstable and like to just up and fire by themselves > with the handle going 100 mph plus. Woe to anything that gets in it way > too! > > The last one I tried was new and the damn thing tried to take my face > off. I know someone makes a plastic plate for the foot. Is there not someone who makes a strut/gusset system that would fold up compact, but make the thing a lot more stable? You'd think they would, if they don't. > > I carry a small floor jack. It tucks in behind the passenger seat > great. There ya go. > > Mike > 86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00 > 88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's > > JeePenn wrote: > >>I have been reading an on-line advertisement for Hi-Lift jacks. I have had >>my 2000 TJ for only a few months but I am beginning to think that having a >>jack like this for the trail would be a good think to have. I am also >>thinking that I want to store the jack externally either on the back bumper >>or the front bumper. I would welcome your opinions on the following: >> >>1) Is the Hi-Lift brand the brand to buy or is there another brand that >>is a better choice? >> >>2) As I mentioned above, I am thinking that I want to mount it >>externally. What are your thoughts about where to mount a jack like this >>and why? >> >>3) Are there any jack accessories that you would recommend and why? >> >>4) I would also welcome any links to pictures of mounted jacks to give >>me some ideas as to where I can mount a jack. >> >>5) I would also like to hear how a jack like this has helped you out of >>a bad situation in the past. >> >>Thanks in advance and I always appreciate all responses. |
Re: Lets Talk Jacks
Mike Romain wrote:
> I personally don't think those 'widow makers' should be used on a Jeep. > > They are extremely unstable and like to just up and fire by themselves > with the handle going 100 mph plus. Woe to anything that gets in it way > too! > > The last one I tried was new and the damn thing tried to take my face > off. I know someone makes a plastic plate for the foot. Is there not someone who makes a strut/gusset system that would fold up compact, but make the thing a lot more stable? You'd think they would, if they don't. > > I carry a small floor jack. It tucks in behind the passenger seat > great. There ya go. > > Mike > 86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00 > 88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's > > JeePenn wrote: > >>I have been reading an on-line advertisement for Hi-Lift jacks. I have had >>my 2000 TJ for only a few months but I am beginning to think that having a >>jack like this for the trail would be a good think to have. I am also >>thinking that I want to store the jack externally either on the back bumper >>or the front bumper. I would welcome your opinions on the following: >> >>1) Is the Hi-Lift brand the brand to buy or is there another brand that >>is a better choice? >> >>2) As I mentioned above, I am thinking that I want to mount it >>externally. What are your thoughts about where to mount a jack like this >>and why? >> >>3) Are there any jack accessories that you would recommend and why? >> >>4) I would also welcome any links to pictures of mounted jacks to give >>me some ideas as to where I can mount a jack. >> >>5) I would also like to hear how a jack like this has helped you out of >>a bad situation in the past. >> >>Thanks in advance and I always appreciate all responses. |
Re: Lets Talk Jacks
Mike Romain wrote:
> I personally don't think those 'widow makers' should be used on a Jeep. > > They are extremely unstable and like to just up and fire by themselves > with the handle going 100 mph plus. Woe to anything that gets in it way > too! > > The last one I tried was new and the damn thing tried to take my face > off. I know someone makes a plastic plate for the foot. Is there not someone who makes a strut/gusset system that would fold up compact, but make the thing a lot more stable? You'd think they would, if they don't. > > I carry a small floor jack. It tucks in behind the passenger seat > great. There ya go. > > Mike > 86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00 > 88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's > > JeePenn wrote: > >>I have been reading an on-line advertisement for Hi-Lift jacks. I have had >>my 2000 TJ for only a few months but I am beginning to think that having a >>jack like this for the trail would be a good think to have. I am also >>thinking that I want to store the jack externally either on the back bumper >>or the front bumper. I would welcome your opinions on the following: >> >>1) Is the Hi-Lift brand the brand to buy or is there another brand that >>is a better choice? >> >>2) As I mentioned above, I am thinking that I want to mount it >>externally. What are your thoughts about where to mount a jack like this >>and why? >> >>3) Are there any jack accessories that you would recommend and why? >> >>4) I would also welcome any links to pictures of mounted jacks to give >>me some ideas as to where I can mount a jack. >> >>5) I would also like to hear how a jack like this has helped you out of >>a bad situation in the past. >> >>Thanks in advance and I always appreciate all responses. |
Re: Lets Talk Jacks
I think that was Jerry.
I also think it broke the the bars loose from the tub if I remember right. Mike 86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00 88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's twaldron wrote: > > You've gotten some good answers already, so let me just say that there > was a site that had pics of a guy who mounted his in his engine > compartment u-bolted laterally to the grill support struts. He removed > the base first and was careful not to short out the battery when > removing/installing the jack. I guess you wait for it to cool down or > wear gloves. :) > > JeePenn wrote: > > > I have been reading an on-line advertisement for Hi-Lift jacks. I have had > > my 2000 TJ for only a few months but I am beginning to think that having a > > jack like this for the trail would be a good think to have. I am also > > thinking that I want to store the jack externally either on the back bumper > > or the front bumper. I would welcome your opinions on the following: > > > > > > > > 1) Is the Hi-Lift brand the brand to buy or is there another brand that > > is a better choice? > > > > 2) As I mentioned above, I am thinking that I want to mount it > > externally. What are your thoughts about where to mount a jack like this > > and why? > > > > 3) Are there any jack accessories that you would recommend and why? > > > > 4) I would also welcome any links to pictures of mounted jacks to give > > me some ideas as to where I can mount a jack. > > > > 5) I would also like to hear how a jack like this has helped you out of > > a bad situation in the past. > > > > > > > > Thanks in advance and I always appreciate all responses. > > > > > > -- > __________________________________________________ _________ > tw > 03 TJ Rubicon > 01 XJ Sport > > There is a very fine line between "hobby" and "mental illness." > -- Dave Barry > > Pronunciation: 'jEp > Function: noun > Date: 1940 > > Etymology: probably from g. p. (abbreviation of general purpose) > A small general-purpose motor vehicle with 80-inch wheelbase, > 1/4-ton capacity, and four-wheel drive used by the U.S. army in > World War II. > > http://www.7slotgrille.com/jeepers/t...ron/index.html > (Please remove the OBVIOUS to reply by email) > __________________________________________________ _________ |
Re: Lets Talk Jacks
I think that was Jerry.
I also think it broke the the bars loose from the tub if I remember right. Mike 86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00 88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's twaldron wrote: > > You've gotten some good answers already, so let me just say that there > was a site that had pics of a guy who mounted his in his engine > compartment u-bolted laterally to the grill support struts. He removed > the base first and was careful not to short out the battery when > removing/installing the jack. I guess you wait for it to cool down or > wear gloves. :) > > JeePenn wrote: > > > I have been reading an on-line advertisement for Hi-Lift jacks. I have had > > my 2000 TJ for only a few months but I am beginning to think that having a > > jack like this for the trail would be a good think to have. I am also > > thinking that I want to store the jack externally either on the back bumper > > or the front bumper. I would welcome your opinions on the following: > > > > > > > > 1) Is the Hi-Lift brand the brand to buy or is there another brand that > > is a better choice? > > > > 2) As I mentioned above, I am thinking that I want to mount it > > externally. What are your thoughts about where to mount a jack like this > > and why? > > > > 3) Are there any jack accessories that you would recommend and why? > > > > 4) I would also welcome any links to pictures of mounted jacks to give > > me some ideas as to where I can mount a jack. > > > > 5) I would also like to hear how a jack like this has helped you out of > > a bad situation in the past. > > > > > > > > Thanks in advance and I always appreciate all responses. > > > > > > -- > __________________________________________________ _________ > tw > 03 TJ Rubicon > 01 XJ Sport > > There is a very fine line between "hobby" and "mental illness." > -- Dave Barry > > Pronunciation: 'jEp > Function: noun > Date: 1940 > > Etymology: probably from g. p. (abbreviation of general purpose) > A small general-purpose motor vehicle with 80-inch wheelbase, > 1/4-ton capacity, and four-wheel drive used by the U.S. army in > World War II. > > http://www.7slotgrille.com/jeepers/t...ron/index.html > (Please remove the OBVIOUS to reply by email) > __________________________________________________ _________ |
Re: Lets Talk Jacks
I think that was Jerry.
I also think it broke the the bars loose from the tub if I remember right. Mike 86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00 88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's twaldron wrote: > > You've gotten some good answers already, so let me just say that there > was a site that had pics of a guy who mounted his in his engine > compartment u-bolted laterally to the grill support struts. He removed > the base first and was careful not to short out the battery when > removing/installing the jack. I guess you wait for it to cool down or > wear gloves. :) > > JeePenn wrote: > > > I have been reading an on-line advertisement for Hi-Lift jacks. I have had > > my 2000 TJ for only a few months but I am beginning to think that having a > > jack like this for the trail would be a good think to have. I am also > > thinking that I want to store the jack externally either on the back bumper > > or the front bumper. I would welcome your opinions on the following: > > > > > > > > 1) Is the Hi-Lift brand the brand to buy or is there another brand that > > is a better choice? > > > > 2) As I mentioned above, I am thinking that I want to mount it > > externally. What are your thoughts about where to mount a jack like this > > and why? > > > > 3) Are there any jack accessories that you would recommend and why? > > > > 4) I would also welcome any links to pictures of mounted jacks to give > > me some ideas as to where I can mount a jack. > > > > 5) I would also like to hear how a jack like this has helped you out of > > a bad situation in the past. > > > > > > > > Thanks in advance and I always appreciate all responses. > > > > > > -- > __________________________________________________ _________ > tw > 03 TJ Rubicon > 01 XJ Sport > > There is a very fine line between "hobby" and "mental illness." > -- Dave Barry > > Pronunciation: 'jEp > Function: noun > Date: 1940 > > Etymology: probably from g. p. (abbreviation of general purpose) > A small general-purpose motor vehicle with 80-inch wheelbase, > 1/4-ton capacity, and four-wheel drive used by the U.S. army in > World War II. > > http://www.7slotgrille.com/jeepers/t...ron/index.html > (Please remove the OBVIOUS to reply by email) > __________________________________________________ _________ |
Re: Lets Talk Jacks
I don't like nor use my Hi-Lift very much... used twice off-road in maybe
4-5 years to be exact. But both times, nothing else would have worked in the situation I was in. Perhaps I could remove it from my Jeep but I'd rather have it and not need it than need it and not have it. Jerry -- Jerry Bransford To email, remove 'me' from my email address KC6TAY, PP-ASEL See the Geezer Jeep at http://members.cox.net/jerrypb/ "Robert Bills" <rdbillsjr@aol.comxxxxxxxx> wrote in message news:20031121121926.25936.00000727@mb-m05.aol.com... > >1) Is the Hi-Lift brand the brand to buy or is there another brand that > >is a better choice? > > Get a good bottle jack instead. A Hi-Lift is nearly useless for changing > tires, totally useless for supporting an axle during a trail fix, and extremely > unstable when jacked up. If it breaks free, the flailing handle can kill you. > > Although some will say this is heresy, the truth is that most Hi-Lifts never > get used and are mounted just to make a jeep look "rugged." > > If you must get what is generically called a farmer's jack, get the Hi-Lift > brand. For the use (or non-use) you will give it, it won't matter whether you > get the cast iron or all steel version. > > As for accessories, the oversize foot is nice, but you can make your own from a > 12"x12" piece of 1" plywood. > > Robert Bills > KG6LMV > Orange County CA > > http://www.outdoorwire.com/4x4/jeep/...p-l/billsr.htm > http://www.RobertBills.com |
Re: Lets Talk Jacks
I don't like nor use my Hi-Lift very much... used twice off-road in maybe
4-5 years to be exact. But both times, nothing else would have worked in the situation I was in. Perhaps I could remove it from my Jeep but I'd rather have it and not need it than need it and not have it. Jerry -- Jerry Bransford To email, remove 'me' from my email address KC6TAY, PP-ASEL See the Geezer Jeep at http://members.cox.net/jerrypb/ "Robert Bills" <rdbillsjr@aol.comxxxxxxxx> wrote in message news:20031121121926.25936.00000727@mb-m05.aol.com... > >1) Is the Hi-Lift brand the brand to buy or is there another brand that > >is a better choice? > > Get a good bottle jack instead. A Hi-Lift is nearly useless for changing > tires, totally useless for supporting an axle during a trail fix, and extremely > unstable when jacked up. If it breaks free, the flailing handle can kill you. > > Although some will say this is heresy, the truth is that most Hi-Lifts never > get used and are mounted just to make a jeep look "rugged." > > If you must get what is generically called a farmer's jack, get the Hi-Lift > brand. For the use (or non-use) you will give it, it won't matter whether you > get the cast iron or all steel version. > > As for accessories, the oversize foot is nice, but you can make your own from a > 12"x12" piece of 1" plywood. > > Robert Bills > KG6LMV > Orange County CA > > http://www.outdoorwire.com/4x4/jeep/...p-l/billsr.htm > http://www.RobertBills.com |
Re: Lets Talk Jacks
I don't like nor use my Hi-Lift very much... used twice off-road in maybe
4-5 years to be exact. But both times, nothing else would have worked in the situation I was in. Perhaps I could remove it from my Jeep but I'd rather have it and not need it than need it and not have it. Jerry -- Jerry Bransford To email, remove 'me' from my email address KC6TAY, PP-ASEL See the Geezer Jeep at http://members.cox.net/jerrypb/ "Robert Bills" <rdbillsjr@aol.comxxxxxxxx> wrote in message news:20031121121926.25936.00000727@mb-m05.aol.com... > >1) Is the Hi-Lift brand the brand to buy or is there another brand that > >is a better choice? > > Get a good bottle jack instead. A Hi-Lift is nearly useless for changing > tires, totally useless for supporting an axle during a trail fix, and extremely > unstable when jacked up. If it breaks free, the flailing handle can kill you. > > Although some will say this is heresy, the truth is that most Hi-Lifts never > get used and are mounted just to make a jeep look "rugged." > > If you must get what is generically called a farmer's jack, get the Hi-Lift > brand. For the use (or non-use) you will give it, it won't matter whether you > get the cast iron or all steel version. > > As for accessories, the oversize foot is nice, but you can make your own from a > 12"x12" piece of 1" plywood. > > Robert Bills > KG6LMV > Orange County CA > > http://www.outdoorwire.com/4x4/jeep/...p-l/billsr.htm > http://www.RobertBills.com |
Re: Lets Talk Jacks
"Mike Romain" <romainm@sympatico.ca> wrote in message
news:3FBE5C13.B8A974B0@sympatico.ca... > I think that was Jerry. > > I also think it broke the the bars loose from the tub if I remember > right. Right on both counts. The weight of the Hi-Lift actually broke the spot-welds behind the firewall that held the nuts the radiator support rods were bolted to. Jerry > > Mike > 86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00 > 88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's > > twaldron wrote: > > > > You've gotten some good answers already, so let me just say that there > > was a site that had pics of a guy who mounted his in his engine > > compartment u-bolted laterally to the grill support struts. He removed > > the base first and was careful not to short out the battery when > > removing/installing the jack. I guess you wait for it to cool down or > > wear gloves. :) > > > > JeePenn wrote: > > > > > I have been reading an on-line advertisement for Hi-Lift jacks. I have had > > > my 2000 TJ for only a few months but I am beginning to think that having a > > > jack like this for the trail would be a good think to have. I am also > > > thinking that I want to store the jack externally either on the back bumper > > > or the front bumper. I would welcome your opinions on the following: > > > > > > > > > > > > 1) Is the Hi-Lift brand the brand to buy or is there another brand that > > > is a better choice? > > > > > > 2) As I mentioned above, I am thinking that I want to mount it > > > externally. What are your thoughts about where to mount a jack like this > > > and why? > > > > > > 3) Are there any jack accessories that you would recommend and why? > > > > > > 4) I would also welcome any links to pictures of mounted jacks to give > > > me some ideas as to where I can mount a jack. > > > > > > 5) I would also like to hear how a jack like this has helped you out of > > > a bad situation in the past. > > > > > > > > > > > > Thanks in advance and I always appreciate all responses. > > > > > > > > > > -- > > __________________________________________________ _________ > > tw > > 03 TJ Rubicon > > 01 XJ Sport > > > > There is a very fine line between "hobby" and "mental illness." > > -- Dave Barry > > > > Pronunciation: 'jEp > > Function: noun > > Date: 1940 > > > > Etymology: probably from g. p. (abbreviation of general purpose) > > A small general-purpose motor vehicle with 80-inch wheelbase, > > 1/4-ton capacity, and four-wheel drive used by the U.S. army in > > World War II. > > > > http://www.7slotgrille.com/jeepers/t...ron/index.html > > (Please remove the OBVIOUS to reply by email) > > __________________________________________________ _________ |
Re: Lets Talk Jacks
"Mike Romain" <romainm@sympatico.ca> wrote in message
news:3FBE5C13.B8A974B0@sympatico.ca... > I think that was Jerry. > > I also think it broke the the bars loose from the tub if I remember > right. Right on both counts. The weight of the Hi-Lift actually broke the spot-welds behind the firewall that held the nuts the radiator support rods were bolted to. Jerry > > Mike > 86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00 > 88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's > > twaldron wrote: > > > > You've gotten some good answers already, so let me just say that there > > was a site that had pics of a guy who mounted his in his engine > > compartment u-bolted laterally to the grill support struts. He removed > > the base first and was careful not to short out the battery when > > removing/installing the jack. I guess you wait for it to cool down or > > wear gloves. :) > > > > JeePenn wrote: > > > > > I have been reading an on-line advertisement for Hi-Lift jacks. I have had > > > my 2000 TJ for only a few months but I am beginning to think that having a > > > jack like this for the trail would be a good think to have. I am also > > > thinking that I want to store the jack externally either on the back bumper > > > or the front bumper. I would welcome your opinions on the following: > > > > > > > > > > > > 1) Is the Hi-Lift brand the brand to buy or is there another brand that > > > is a better choice? > > > > > > 2) As I mentioned above, I am thinking that I want to mount it > > > externally. What are your thoughts about where to mount a jack like this > > > and why? > > > > > > 3) Are there any jack accessories that you would recommend and why? > > > > > > 4) I would also welcome any links to pictures of mounted jacks to give > > > me some ideas as to where I can mount a jack. > > > > > > 5) I would also like to hear how a jack like this has helped you out of > > > a bad situation in the past. > > > > > > > > > > > > Thanks in advance and I always appreciate all responses. > > > > > > > > > > -- > > __________________________________________________ _________ > > tw > > 03 TJ Rubicon > > 01 XJ Sport > > > > There is a very fine line between "hobby" and "mental illness." > > -- Dave Barry > > > > Pronunciation: 'jEp > > Function: noun > > Date: 1940 > > > > Etymology: probably from g. p. (abbreviation of general purpose) > > A small general-purpose motor vehicle with 80-inch wheelbase, > > 1/4-ton capacity, and four-wheel drive used by the U.S. army in > > World War II. > > > > http://www.7slotgrille.com/jeepers/t...ron/index.html > > (Please remove the OBVIOUS to reply by email) > > __________________________________________________ _________ |
Re: Lets Talk Jacks
"Mike Romain" <romainm@sympatico.ca> wrote in message
news:3FBE5C13.B8A974B0@sympatico.ca... > I think that was Jerry. > > I also think it broke the the bars loose from the tub if I remember > right. Right on both counts. The weight of the Hi-Lift actually broke the spot-welds behind the firewall that held the nuts the radiator support rods were bolted to. Jerry > > Mike > 86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail in '00 > 88 Cherokee 235 BFG AT's > > twaldron wrote: > > > > You've gotten some good answers already, so let me just say that there > > was a site that had pics of a guy who mounted his in his engine > > compartment u-bolted laterally to the grill support struts. He removed > > the base first and was careful not to short out the battery when > > removing/installing the jack. I guess you wait for it to cool down or > > wear gloves. :) > > > > JeePenn wrote: > > > > > I have been reading an on-line advertisement for Hi-Lift jacks. I have had > > > my 2000 TJ for only a few months but I am beginning to think that having a > > > jack like this for the trail would be a good think to have. I am also > > > thinking that I want to store the jack externally either on the back bumper > > > or the front bumper. I would welcome your opinions on the following: > > > > > > > > > > > > 1) Is the Hi-Lift brand the brand to buy or is there another brand that > > > is a better choice? > > > > > > 2) As I mentioned above, I am thinking that I want to mount it > > > externally. What are your thoughts about where to mount a jack like this > > > and why? > > > > > > 3) Are there any jack accessories that you would recommend and why? > > > > > > 4) I would also welcome any links to pictures of mounted jacks to give > > > me some ideas as to where I can mount a jack. > > > > > > 5) I would also like to hear how a jack like this has helped you out of > > > a bad situation in the past. > > > > > > > > > > > > Thanks in advance and I always appreciate all responses. > > > > > > > > > > -- > > __________________________________________________ _________ > > tw > > 03 TJ Rubicon > > 01 XJ Sport > > > > There is a very fine line between "hobby" and "mental illness." > > -- Dave Barry > > > > Pronunciation: 'jEp > > Function: noun > > Date: 1940 > > > > Etymology: probably from g. p. (abbreviation of general purpose) > > A small general-purpose motor vehicle with 80-inch wheelbase, > > 1/4-ton capacity, and four-wheel drive used by the U.S. army in > > World War II. > > > > http://www.7slotgrille.com/jeepers/t...ron/index.html > > (Please remove the OBVIOUS to reply by email) > > __________________________________________________ _________ |
Re: Lets Talk Jacks
Why do you need a bottle jack? Won't the factory scissor jack that is stored
in the engine bay going to do the same type of job? I have been stuck on rocks where my HiLift is the only tool that could possibly gotten me unstuck. Well, a heavy lift helicoptor might have been better suited, but they are never around when you need them. "Robert Bills" <rdbillsjr@aol.comxxxxxxxx> wrote in message news:20031121121926.25936.00000727@mb-m05.aol.com... > >1) Is the Hi-Lift brand the brand to buy or is there another brand that > >is a better choice? > > Get a good bottle jack instead. A Hi-Lift is nearly useless for changing > tires, totally useless for supporting an axle during a trail fix, and extremely > unstable when jacked up. If it breaks free, the flailing handle can kill you. > > Although some will say this is heresy, the truth is that most Hi-Lifts never > get used and are mounted just to make a jeep look "rugged." > > If you must get what is generically called a farmer's jack, get the Hi-Lift > brand. For the use (or non-use) you will give it, it won't matter whether you > get the cast iron or all steel version. > > As for accessories, the oversize foot is nice, but you can make your own from a > 12"x12" piece of 1" plywood. > > Robert Bills > KG6LMV > Orange County CA > > http://www.outdoorwire.com/4x4/jeep/...p-l/billsr.htm > http://www.RobertBills.com |
Re: Lets Talk Jacks
Why do you need a bottle jack? Won't the factory scissor jack that is stored
in the engine bay going to do the same type of job? I have been stuck on rocks where my HiLift is the only tool that could possibly gotten me unstuck. Well, a heavy lift helicoptor might have been better suited, but they are never around when you need them. "Robert Bills" <rdbillsjr@aol.comxxxxxxxx> wrote in message news:20031121121926.25936.00000727@mb-m05.aol.com... > >1) Is the Hi-Lift brand the brand to buy or is there another brand that > >is a better choice? > > Get a good bottle jack instead. A Hi-Lift is nearly useless for changing > tires, totally useless for supporting an axle during a trail fix, and extremely > unstable when jacked up. If it breaks free, the flailing handle can kill you. > > Although some will say this is heresy, the truth is that most Hi-Lifts never > get used and are mounted just to make a jeep look "rugged." > > If you must get what is generically called a farmer's jack, get the Hi-Lift > brand. For the use (or non-use) you will give it, it won't matter whether you > get the cast iron or all steel version. > > As for accessories, the oversize foot is nice, but you can make your own from a > 12"x12" piece of 1" plywood. > > Robert Bills > KG6LMV > Orange County CA > > http://www.outdoorwire.com/4x4/jeep/...p-l/billsr.htm > http://www.RobertBills.com |
Re: Lets Talk Jacks
Why do you need a bottle jack? Won't the factory scissor jack that is stored
in the engine bay going to do the same type of job? I have been stuck on rocks where my HiLift is the only tool that could possibly gotten me unstuck. Well, a heavy lift helicoptor might have been better suited, but they are never around when you need them. "Robert Bills" <rdbillsjr@aol.comxxxxxxxx> wrote in message news:20031121121926.25936.00000727@mb-m05.aol.com... > >1) Is the Hi-Lift brand the brand to buy or is there another brand that > >is a better choice? > > Get a good bottle jack instead. A Hi-Lift is nearly useless for changing > tires, totally useless for supporting an axle during a trail fix, and extremely > unstable when jacked up. If it breaks free, the flailing handle can kill you. > > Although some will say this is heresy, the truth is that most Hi-Lifts never > get used and are mounted just to make a jeep look "rugged." > > If you must get what is generically called a farmer's jack, get the Hi-Lift > brand. For the use (or non-use) you will give it, it won't matter whether you > get the cast iron or all steel version. > > As for accessories, the oversize foot is nice, but you can make your own from a > 12"x12" piece of 1" plywood. > > Robert Bills > KG6LMV > Orange County CA > > http://www.outdoorwire.com/4x4/jeep/...p-l/billsr.htm > http://www.RobertBills.com |
Re: Lets Talk Jacks
"Jerry Bransford" <jerrypb@mecox.net> wrote in message news:fcuvb.5125$Bk1.2022@fed1read05... > "Mike Romain" <romainm@sympatico.ca> wrote in message > news:3FBE5C13.B8A974B0@sympatico.ca... > > I think that was Jerry. > > > > I also think it broke the the bars loose from the tub if I remember > > right. > > Right on both counts. The weight of the Hi-Lift actually broke the > spot-welds behind the firewall that held the nuts the radiator support rods > were bolted to. > So, what looked like a really good idea didn't pan out so well? |
Re: Lets Talk Jacks
"Jerry Bransford" <jerrypb@mecox.net> wrote in message news:fcuvb.5125$Bk1.2022@fed1read05... > "Mike Romain" <romainm@sympatico.ca> wrote in message > news:3FBE5C13.B8A974B0@sympatico.ca... > > I think that was Jerry. > > > > I also think it broke the the bars loose from the tub if I remember > > right. > > Right on both counts. The weight of the Hi-Lift actually broke the > spot-welds behind the firewall that held the nuts the radiator support rods > were bolted to. > So, what looked like a really good idea didn't pan out so well? |
Re: Lets Talk Jacks
"Jerry Bransford" <jerrypb@mecox.net> wrote in message news:fcuvb.5125$Bk1.2022@fed1read05... > "Mike Romain" <romainm@sympatico.ca> wrote in message > news:3FBE5C13.B8A974B0@sympatico.ca... > > I think that was Jerry. > > > > I also think it broke the the bars loose from the tub if I remember > > right. > > Right on both counts. The weight of the Hi-Lift actually broke the > spot-welds behind the firewall that held the nuts the radiator support rods > were bolted to. > So, what looked like a really good idea didn't pan out so well? |
Re: Lets Talk Jacks
>I don't like nor use my Hi-Lift very much... used twice off-road in maybe
>4-5 years to be exact. But both times, nothing else would have worked in >the situation I was in. Not even a tow strap and a buddy in another jeep? Admittedly, a hi-lift may be the only solution to being stuck when you are traveling alone, but there are usually much better ways when you are traveling in a group. Robert Bills KG6LMV Orange County CA http://www.outdoorwire.com/4x4/jeep/...p-l/billsr.htm http://www.RobertBills.com |
Re: Lets Talk Jacks
>I don't like nor use my Hi-Lift very much... used twice off-road in maybe
>4-5 years to be exact. But both times, nothing else would have worked in >the situation I was in. Not even a tow strap and a buddy in another jeep? Admittedly, a hi-lift may be the only solution to being stuck when you are traveling alone, but there are usually much better ways when you are traveling in a group. Robert Bills KG6LMV Orange County CA http://www.outdoorwire.com/4x4/jeep/...p-l/billsr.htm http://www.RobertBills.com |
Re: Lets Talk Jacks
>I don't like nor use my Hi-Lift very much... used twice off-road in maybe
>4-5 years to be exact. But both times, nothing else would have worked in >the situation I was in. Not even a tow strap and a buddy in another jeep? Admittedly, a hi-lift may be the only solution to being stuck when you are traveling alone, but there are usually much better ways when you are traveling in a group. Robert Bills KG6LMV Orange County CA http://www.outdoorwire.com/4x4/jeep/...p-l/billsr.htm http://www.RobertBills.com |
Re: Lets Talk Jacks
I wasn't stuck Robert, I had to get a wheel off both times (one flat, one
broken axle) and the extremely off-camber/uneven terrain wouldn't permit the use of the bottle jack. Jerry -- Jerry Bransford To email, remove 'me' from my email address KC6TAY, PP-ASEL See the Geezer Jeep at http://members.cox.net/jerrypb/ "Robert Bills" <rdbillsjr@aol.comxxxxxxxx> wrote in message news:20031121153748.27776.00000706@mb-m06.aol.com... > >I don't like nor use my Hi-Lift very much... used twice off-road in maybe > >4-5 years to be exact. But both times, nothing else would have worked in > >the situation I was in. > > > Not even a tow strap and a buddy in another jeep? > > Admittedly, a hi-lift may be the only solution to being stuck when you are > traveling alone, but there are usually much better ways when you are traveling > in a group. > > Robert Bills > KG6LMV > Orange County CA > > http://www.outdoorwire.com/4x4/jeep/...p-l/billsr.htm > http://www.RobertBills.com |
Re: Lets Talk Jacks
I wasn't stuck Robert, I had to get a wheel off both times (one flat, one
broken axle) and the extremely off-camber/uneven terrain wouldn't permit the use of the bottle jack. Jerry -- Jerry Bransford To email, remove 'me' from my email address KC6TAY, PP-ASEL See the Geezer Jeep at http://members.cox.net/jerrypb/ "Robert Bills" <rdbillsjr@aol.comxxxxxxxx> wrote in message news:20031121153748.27776.00000706@mb-m06.aol.com... > >I don't like nor use my Hi-Lift very much... used twice off-road in maybe > >4-5 years to be exact. But both times, nothing else would have worked in > >the situation I was in. > > > Not even a tow strap and a buddy in another jeep? > > Admittedly, a hi-lift may be the only solution to being stuck when you are > traveling alone, but there are usually much better ways when you are traveling > in a group. > > Robert Bills > KG6LMV > Orange County CA > > http://www.outdoorwire.com/4x4/jeep/...p-l/billsr.htm > http://www.RobertBills.com |
Re: Lets Talk Jacks
I wasn't stuck Robert, I had to get a wheel off both times (one flat, one
broken axle) and the extremely off-camber/uneven terrain wouldn't permit the use of the bottle jack. Jerry -- Jerry Bransford To email, remove 'me' from my email address KC6TAY, PP-ASEL See the Geezer Jeep at http://members.cox.net/jerrypb/ "Robert Bills" <rdbillsjr@aol.comxxxxxxxx> wrote in message news:20031121153748.27776.00000706@mb-m06.aol.com... > >I don't like nor use my Hi-Lift very much... used twice off-road in maybe > >4-5 years to be exact. But both times, nothing else would have worked in > >the situation I was in. > > > Not even a tow strap and a buddy in another jeep? > > Admittedly, a hi-lift may be the only solution to being stuck when you are > traveling alone, but there are usually much better ways when you are traveling > in a group. > > Robert Bills > KG6LMV > Orange County CA > > http://www.outdoorwire.com/4x4/jeep/...p-l/billsr.htm > http://www.RobertBills.com |
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