Can someone recommend a decent floor jack?

BlueFreedom · **Posted:** Mon Oct 03, 2005 4:35 pm

I have a Sears model that's about seven years old and no longer works (actually thinking about getting a replacement from them because they will probably let me return the broken one).

Any recommendations for a good, inexpensive floor jack?

Thanks in advance, Brian

dirtykj · **Posted:** Mon Oct 03, 2005 4:41 pm

BlueFreedom wrote:

I have a Sears model that's about seven years old and no longer works (actually thinking about getting a replacement from them because they will probably let me return the broken one).

Any recommendations for a good, inexpensive floor jack?

Thanks in advance, Brian

Sears has the professional-grade floor jack, but it's really heavy

Pep Boys has the 6000lbs aluminum Torin jack that's lightweight and will lift a loaded Limited for under $200.

boxhead · **Joined:** Fri Jul 08, 2005 11:14 pm **Posts:** 186

Check out Sam's. I got a REALLY BIG jack for under $100

Jeepjeepster · **Posted:** Mon Oct 03, 2005 7:45 pm

http://www.sears.com/sr/javasr/product. ... 0950240000

Ive got the 2ton version of this, its the best jack ever!

With 2 or 3 pumps its on the frame and then lifts about as fast as a regular jack. Its great.

KW AV8R · **Posted:** Mon Oct 03, 2005 7:59 pm

Jeepjeepster wrote:

http://www.sears.com/sr/javasr/product.do?BV_UseBVCookie=Yes&vertical=TOOL&pid=00950240000

Ive got the 2ton version of this, its the best jack ever!

With 2 or 3 pumps its on the frame and then lifts about as fast as a regular jack. Its great.

Have you tried this on a lifted KJ? I'm also looking to get a floor jack but I want to make sure I get one that will have the travel necessary to lift a lifted KJ.

Skyjump136 · **Joined:** Tue Jul 05, 2005 6:50 pm **Posts:** 1633

Pete,

Just make sure whatever you buy lifts to around 20" or so.

I had a 2.5 ton "speedy lift" jack that gave out in a matter of months. It was spitting fluid everywhere whenever I used it. I doubt that it deserved the 2.5 ton rating.

Now I have a 3 ton Craftsman that is BEEFY. The wheels are twice as big, the body is twice as wide, and the handle is twice as long. This thing is built like a brick crud house. Its not as fast as the "speedy lift" jacks, but man this thing could lift a bus! Its not on the Sears website, but they sell it in store for $70. It has an advertised lift height of 19.75". Great deal and I couldn't be happier. If you're looking for light and fast this is not your jack, however. This gets high marks in safety and strength though.

Edit: Found it on the site... http://www.sears.com/sr/javasr/product.do?BV_UseBVCookie=Yes&vertical=TOOL&pid=00950186000&subcat=Lift+Equipment

Another note - Sears sells a high lift "SUV Jack" that claims 21" lift. Compared to the one I mentioned above it was actually lower. Plus it looks exactly like the $35 one Walmart sells. It is also the same design of the one that I had give out on me. BEWARE. Here's the link...http://www.sears.com/sr/javasr/product.do?BV_UseBVCookie=Yes&vertical=TOOL&pid=00950143000

You can't tell from the pics, but the first jack I showed a URL for is literally about twice as big and much heavier. The product specs show 80 lbs vs 54 lbs. Same price, same material...you be the judge.

KW AV8R · **Posted:** Mon Oct 03, 2005 10:13 pm

Joel,

Thanks man. That was exactly the info I was looking for. This will be my garage jack for use with my jack stands when I do mods and stuff so I wasn't looking for something light and small. I had another floor jack by some off-name company and it quit on me after about the 5th use.

BlueFreedom · **Posted:** Tue Oct 04, 2005 8:39 am

Thanks for all the replies guys. I'm taking a run over to Sears today to see what they have (that 3 ton jack looks like it will lift two Libertys!)

Brian

Jeepjeepster · **Posted:** Tue Oct 04, 2005 9:53 am

No, ive never lifted a lifted libby, but heres some pics of it. ohh, and i found my jack, it says it lifts up to 18 1/2in, so it goes high enough.

black and blue · **Posted:** Thu Sep 22, 2011 9:01 pm

I'm bringing this topic back from the dead.... :grim:

my question is, why do I see a 2 ton floor jack that costs $250, but then I see a 2.25 ton floor jack that costs $50?

what should I be looking for in a good quality, safe, floor jack?

this one seems reasonably priced and extends 21", but i cant find any reviews of it

http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_1260 ... ckType=G12

Can someone recommend a decent floor jack?

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