factory scissor jack

[ParadigmDawg]

I have a 2 inch lift with 33's and bought this bottle jack/jack stand combo from Amazon. I used it once already when I got a flat and I also have been using it to do my Tire Rotations. Works really well and has been stable.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003ULZGFU/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_image?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I carry this too. Not sure I could actually get it under the axle if I have a flat but I would figure out something.

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[Mtpisgah]

I carry this too. Not sure I could actually get it under the axle if I have a flat but I would figure out something.

I carry the same thing, plus the OEM jack. I figure I can use the OEM to get it a little off the ground (mainly an issue off road), then the bottle jack to get it high enough to actually change it.

 

[ParadigmDawg]

I carry the same thing, plus the OEM jack. I figure I can use the OEM to get it a little off the ground (mainly an issue off road), then the bottle jack to get it high enough to actually change it.

That is what I was thinking but I have to remove my Fridge and Milwaukee tool box to access the stock jack. I believe I also left my 1/2 breaker bar under there too.

 

[lowmpg]

Hello

So what's everyone doing on their lifted JL's and their factory scissor jack ? i know about the huge jacks everyone installs on the outside of their trucks, but for now is there a booster for our jacks that also can secure the bottom platform so it wont slip ?

Yes there are a multitude of platforms to support up to probably 40” tires on a Jeep and use the factory jack. Quadratec and others sell them. No need for some ‘other’ jack, the factory jack is more than appropriate in most cases. Factory jack and AEV platform lifts my Jeep with 37’s no problem.

FYI, the lift doesn’t matter at all for getting the tire off, your axle isn’t moving “up” any higher with a lift, the tires are raising the axle. I can’t believe this wasn’t mentioned, whether you have a factory height or a 8” lift, unless the tire changed size, the vehicle jack point is no higher. And I’ve never had any issue with instability changing 37” tires, and I’ve rotated my tires this way multiple times.

 

[AC77]

Yes there are a multitude of platforms to support up to probably 40” tires on a Jeep and use the factory jack. Quadratec and others sell them. No need for some ‘other’ jack, the factory jack is more than appropriate in most cases. Factory jack and AEV platform lifts my Jeep with 37’s no problem.

FYI, the lift doesn’t matter at all for getting the tire off, your axle isn’t moving “up” any higher with a lift, the tires are raising the axle. I can’t believe this wasn’t mentioned, whether you have a factory height or a 8” lift, unless the tire changed size, the vehicle jack point is no higher. And I’ve never had any issue with instability changing 37” tires, and I’ve rotated my tires this way multiple times.

THANK YOU FOR BEING THOROUGH! Appreciate you

 

[SargeDiesel]

I did this: ?
HMMWV Jack

 

[AC77]

I did this: ?
HMMWV Jack

Looks tough, but cant find it for sale anywhere, i see it with a hydraulic pump, but not this one, would you mind posting the link or name of site ? tnx

 

[SargeDiesel]

Looks tough, but cant find it for sale anywhere, i see it with a hydraulic pump, but not this one, would you mind posting the link or name of site ? tnx

Sure, I will take a look tonight.

 

[jellis4148]

I keep a bottle jack in the Jeep that will lift the axles if I have a flat. The factory scissor jack is worthless on a stock Jeep in my opinion.

 

[Terrymo]

@AC77 A couple of years ago I bought two of the HMMWV jacks in unused condition off eBay for a decent price. I also bought an Agile Off-road Adapter but a similar bracket could be fabricated for much cheaper. It seems like the jacks have become scarce and expensive. Also the jack does take up a fair amount of real estate inside the Jeep and does not even come close to fitting the factory jack cubby, so something would need to be fabricated to prevent injury in an accident or rollover.

 

[roaniecowpony]

I'm on 37s. I couldn't make the math work for a bottle jack. It has to fit under the axle WITH A FLAT. It has to raise it to fit an inflated tire. That means the bottle jack has to have at least the sidewall travel. So, about 10" for a 37x17 tire would be enough. 10" of travel and be low enough to get under the axle with a flat. That's the requirement.

I think I'm becoming the jack man. I have a lot of them in all flavors.

But, for my uses, I think the Pro Eagle baby 1 1/2 ton floor jack is probably the best use of the 35 lbs it weighs.

 

[dpike]

You can find Humvee jacks on eBay. I think there's another thread about them and an adapter to put on the stud on top of the jack

 

[AC77]

@AC77 A couple of years ago I bought two of the HMMWV jacks in unused condition off eBay for a decent price. I also bought an Agile Off-road Adapter but a similar bracket could be fabricated for much cheaper. It seems like the jacks have become scarce and expensive. Also the jack does take up a fair amount of real estate inside the Jeep and does not even come close to fitting the factory jack cubby, so something would need to be fabricated to prevent injury in an accident or rollover.

thanks for the info ?

 

[AC77]

I'm on 37s. I couldn't make the math work for a bottle jack. It has to fit under the axle WITH A FLAT. It has to raise it to fit an inflated tire. That means the bottle jack has to have at least the sidewall travel. So, about 10" for a 37x17 tire would be enough. 10" of travel and be low enough to get under the axle with a flat. That's the requirement.

I think I'm becoming the jack man. I have a lot of them in all flavors.

But, for my uses, I think the Pro Eagle baby 1 1/2 ton floor jack is probably the best use of the 35 lbs it weighs.

learning something new everyday, thanks

 

[roaniecowpony]

learning something new everyday, thanks

I also have a HiLift tractor jack, a couple hydraulic ram ARB style jacks, two 7500lb scissor jacks, and a few more floor jacks.

I haven't used the ARB style hydraulic ram jacks in actual field conditions. But so far, a floor jack is my preference. The ARB style hydraulic ram jacks would require strapping the axle to prevent suspension droop

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