12-11-2013, 06:06 PM | #1 |
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Suggestions for Jacks
Just got my new set of winter wheels and tires from TireRack. 18x8 BBS SR Anthracite wheels and 245/50R-18 Michelin Pilot Alpin PA2 ZP (Went with one size smaller than the M Performance 19" wheels for snow/winter driving).
Any suggestions on a good jack for spring and fall swap out use in the garage at home? Also eyeing the Gorilla Extendable Power Wrench - anyone use one? Likes/Dislikes? Appreciate any experience and thoughts. |
12-12-2013, 09:05 AM | #3 |
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I've had the 1.5 ton aluminum racing jack from Harbor Freight for about 6 months now nad it does really well lifitng out BMWs. They can be had for around $60 if you time the coupons right:
http://www.harborfreight.com/1-12-To...ODY1NiJ9%0D%0A I also have their larger 3 ton steel jack and it's a monster. I use that on our bigger vehicles but it's way overkill for X3. Like Bee mentioned above, be sure to get the jack adapter pad otherwise you'll squash your plastice lift points. I've used a cut off 2x4 in a pinch but the adapter is well worth it. |
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12-12-2013, 12:02 PM | #4 |
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If you go to an Indy shop. Should u expect them to have the pucks? Otherwise wouldn't they ruin the jack points? Should i be buying 4 of the pucks?
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12-12-2013, 12:24 PM | #5 |
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Indi shop would definitely need the pucks. They probably need 4 if they are using a multipoint lift.
For home use I get by with just one. I can lift a corner and do whatever needs to be done and then move to the next corner. For the oil changes I don't even mess with a jack, I just drive up some small ramps. |
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