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Title: I need an aluminum jack...
Post by: Ether947 on May 26, 2010, 05:13:02 PM
Now that I have a 2-car garage, I can make some long overdue upgrades to the REX. Problem is, I need a jack. I was planning to buy one from Sears, but the reviews have swayed me to look elsewhere. That coupled with the fact that my last Sears jack didn't last very long either. So now I don't know who to trust.
 
Anyone know of a reliable $200 - $300 low profile aluminum jack? I guess I can get some ramps in the meantime.
 
What are you guys using that was purchased new fairly recently?
 
Thanks!
Title: I need an aluminum jack...
Post by: 88turbo on May 26, 2010, 05:55:44 PM
I have been using my craftsman 3 ton floor jack that I bought back in november.  works great :)
Title: I need an aluminum jack...
Post by: Haystack on May 27, 2010, 12:18:02 AM
http://www.harborfreight.com/automotive-motorcycle/floor-jacks/2-ton-low-profile-floor-service-jack-67022.html

Lower profile,

what I carry in my trunk

http://www.harborfreight.com/automotive-motorcycle/floor-jacks/3-ton-super-heavy-duty-floor-jack-34271.html been a good jack for almost 5 years, 2 or which was outside.
Title: I need an aluminum jack...
Post by: 87badbird2613 on May 27, 2010, 10:15:15 AM
Quote from: Haystack;323342
http://www.harborfreight.com/automotive-motorcycle/floor-jacks/2-ton-low-profile-floor-service-jack-67022.html

Lower profile,

what I carry in my trunk

http://www.harborfreight.com/automotive-motorcycle/floor-jacks/3-ton-super-heavy-duty-floor-jack-34271.html been a good jack for almost 5 years, 2 or which was outside.


all kidding aside  my dads business uses those harbor freight alum jacks on the tow trucks and they have had 3 or 4 of them for a few years now with no prob
Title: I need an aluminum jack...
Post by: mcb82gt on May 27, 2010, 10:29:31 AM
I bought the 3 ton alum one from harb freight, it was around $150
Title: I need an aluminum jack...
Post by: pegasus on May 27, 2010, 01:29:24 PM
i think the hf jack i the best thing they sell
Title: I need an aluminum jack...
Post by: FLSTCI71 on May 28, 2010, 12:21:50 PM
I just had my Craftsman 1 1/2 ton floor jack rebuilt. It's been an awesome jack. Oh wait, you said recent, so I guess buying it in 1981 doesn't qualify. lol.
Title: I need an aluminum jack...
Post by: daminc on May 28, 2010, 01:11:49 PM
Quote from: 88turbo;323296
I have been using my craftsman 3 ton floor jack that I bought back in november.  works great :)


got one too. only because the lift was something like 19" and low profile. No problems in 2 years
Title: I need an aluminum jack...
Post by: HAVI on May 28, 2010, 08:19:29 PM
This one's not aluminum, but:  Arcan from Northern Tool, currently on sale:  http://www.northerntool.com/shop/tools/product_200345429_200345429