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05-12-2011, 07:06 PM
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Van Jack
I just realized the jack that I thought was included is just some jack parts. Are there any threads that discuss the proper jack needed for these vans?
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05-12-2011, 07:16 PM
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Re: Van Jack
There are a few. Either hi-lift or Tractor Supply 3 ton axle stand + jack seem to be the preferred.
Unless you have decent aftermarket bumpers, the hi-lift is kind-a useless.
http://www.tractorsupply.com/jacks-stan ... nd-1160455
Or one of these
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05-12-2011, 07:50 PM
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Re: Van Jack
Have the 3-ton in my XL Storage and a second in the garage. Works phenomenal, however if you're planning on changing a flat, be prepared with the stock bottle jack to get the axle high enough for this to go under.
The hi-lift- I've had the van "leveled" in the driveway with them. I know my way around a hi-lift and without even lifting a tire on flat pavement I thought it was sketchy to say the least. They're a good tool, but I wouldn't count on tire changing with one... not that I wouldn't, just it's last line of defense rather than first choice.
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05-12-2011, 08:10 PM
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Van Jack
I have an accessory to the Hi-Lift jack that hooks it to the wheel. Primary game plan is to use that to lift enough to get the 3-ton under the axle. Without the hooks to the wheel, I doubt you could lift the van with the Hi-Lift without hurting something.
That being said, my first flat was a slow leak. So I chose to air it up to get the 3-ton under the axle.
Should be noted that my 3-ton has been leaking oil ever since. Bummer. :-(
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05-12-2011, 08:16 PM
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Re: Van Jack
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Originally Posted by jage
Have the 3-ton in my XL Storage and a second in the garage. Works phenomenal, however if you're planning on changing a flat, be prepared with the stock bottle jack to get the axle high enough for this to go under.
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I had the same issue when I had a blowout. I think I just pulled out the pin on the axle height adjuster to get it low enough, either that or took the whole adjustable axle part out all together.
Either way I did it in a flat carpark without having to drive the flat wheel up on a curb, which was my next plan of attack.
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05-27-2011, 12:07 AM
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Van Jack
Thanks all
I ended up getting a 20inch telescopic jack (2-4 tons). As recommended by Paul at SMB austin.
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05-29-2011, 11:40 AM
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Re: Van Jack
Although it's kind of expensive, I wonder how an air bottle jack would work out and am looking at one of these:
http://www.hyjacks.com/airhyd.htm
BTW this site has a fairly good selection of jacks
http://www.hyjacks.com/index.html
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05-29-2011, 12:37 PM
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Re: Van Jack
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Originally Posted by daveb
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If I recall correctly, I believe Jeffrey ended up with an air bottle jack similar to the one in the link you provided.
For me, part of the rationale for the jack/jack stand combo is stability. I really like having the wide base and wide saddle in order to maximize stability.
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05-29-2011, 04:17 PM
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Re: Van Jack
Yeah but I wish somebody made a higher quality version. I haven't used mine yet but with the leaking issue, I guess I should test it at home.
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05-29-2011, 04:54 PM
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Re: Van Jack
Both of mine have been used and are fine. I don't think one leaky jack is a design problem, any hydrolic jack can have a bad seal. That said it is DEFINITELY Chinese manufacture...
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