where do you jack up the car

wtm442 · #1 (**permalink**) 10-24-2008, 08:32 AM

As Jack said, page 32 of the owners manual shows you where to place the jack. Of course, its on the frame. They go on to say "The front transverse frame member is preferable for jacking the front. The rear-most transverse tube is the best point for jacking the rear. In each case, place the jack close to the tie-down eyes."

Suggest you go to the Second Strike site and buy a paper copy, or download the huge PDF copy and print it yourself. I suggest getting a printed copy. Its got a ton of good info.

http://www.secondstrike.com/Technica...eBulletins.htm

If you are not a Second Strike memeber, join. Also sign up at the SCOF site.

CBattaglia · #2 (**permalink**) 10-24-2008, 12:24 PM

I also recommend getting a pair of low profile ramps. I usually drive up the ramp forward then jack up the rear. The front is quite low, you would need a low profile jack. As WTM suggested get on SCOF ASAP. Great source of info.

wtm442 · #3 (**permalink**) 10-24-2008, 12:39 PM

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Originally Posted by CBattaglia

I also recommend getting a pair of low profile ramps. I usually drive up the ramp forward then jack up the rear. The front is quite low, you would need a low profile jack. As WTM suggested get on SCOF ASAP. Great source of info.

I hate ramps. Especially if one slips and the other does not while driving up the ramp. I bought a low profile jack from Sears (about $120). It works, but you really have to watch the low parts of the car when trying to get the jack under the cross members. I found a really nice looking low profile jack that I would buy if my Sears jack crapped out ....

http://www.northerntool.com/webapp/w...9613_200329613

Jack stands should be placed under the frame (see page 32 in owner's manual).

danc30 · #4 (**permalink**) 10-24-2008, 01:42 PM

Warren, That's a great jack. I have one myself.

Only real issue I have with it is it weighs "a ton". Not really, but it's very heavy and awkward to move around.

It is definitely a jack I would buy again if I needed a second one.

BTW- It works great with my Kwik-lift. Reaches just high enough to raise and lower to the drive on position and back.

SP01715 · #5 (**permalink**) 10-24-2008, 03:53 PM

I use a Low profile aluminum jack with a towel (maybe a little anal) so I don't scratch the frame. A also use the frame close to the wheels as a lifting point.

HI Cobra · #6 (**permalink**) 10-24-2008, 05:57 PM

I too have a low profile aluminum jack. I almost always use a piece
of wood between the jack and the car - no metal to metal contact - no slip.