Monday, October 28, 2013

Which Jack to lift your vehicle?


A while ago after buying my van, it had its first puncture and I realised that the only jack I had was the one from my previous car - a butterfly jack - which would hardly reach the body of the van even in its fullest stretch...

I could go straight out and in a half*rd shop but me being me I am going to look for an alternative. Although I know there a big chance that my buy (unless a second-hand) will also be made in China or somewhere in Asia. I read about the consequences of our buying habits in China - dreadful thoughts. One physical and ecological example here and all the recent reports about workers committing suicide.

Back to our practical topic:
  • We need  a jack with a high jacking point (I'm going to take measurements).
  • reasonably priced.
  • 2 x axle stands (it's not enough to lift the vehicle and get under it. We need safety don't we?)
  • The Pilot calls for a 2.5T or 3T
  • A long enough bar to make it easier
 Links on the topic:
Forum talk
A comparison article (2T though)

And if you really need...
 
... available here. 

And of course our DIY youtube videos for visual help.



More advices and discussions here: http://www.lets-getaway.com/caravan-jacks.htm http://forum.club8090.co.uk/viewtopic.php?f=37&t=114839

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