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Old 01-30-2015, 08:23 AM
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Default Very Inexpensive Alternative

OK, this isn’t even in the same category as the Kwiklift or BendPak, but a relatively inexpensive alternative for getting the Cobra off the ground.



Steel Floor Jack Cross Beam
Of course a floor jack and jack stands will be needed, but most folks will already have these. It seems like this would provide a quick and easy way to get the front and rear, or an individual side, off of the ground to get jack stands under it. It has a two ton capacity (it's just shown on a four ton jack), so half a Cobra should be no problem.

Some pluses and minuses (ie., jack stand bases take up more space underneath, but could be moved to accommodate; limits on just how high you can go), but if you already have a jack and jack stands, and are limited on space, this is a very small additional expenditure. If skeptical of HF, they are also available from Northern Tool, Summit Racing, and even Amazon. I don’t have one, so I can’t provide any personal experience, but most of the reviews seem to be favorable. I am strongly considering purchasing one for working on my passenger vehicles if nothing else. Like I say, just a quick and inexpensive alternative.
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