benjy_26 Posted April 26, 2016 Share Posted April 26, 2016 Hello all. I am in the market for a new jack, and need y'all's input. I've always had a Hi Lift of some sort in my rig, but my last one got pilfered. I've been shopping around and have come across offerings by other manufacturers such as Smittybilt, Reese, et al. What are y'all's thoughts? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DirtyComanche Posted April 26, 2016 Share Posted April 26, 2016 Buy whichever one is the longest and on sale? I have a Hi-Lift and a Maasdam Jack-All. Both are quality units. The Maasdam does not have a removable handle, which is a bit of a minus, but I've honestly never been in a situation where it have been handy to remove the handle or anything like that. The Hi-Lift has more features in general, it came with a spring clip to hold the handle up and an attachment for the top for pulling. Neither are really needed, I made a wire clip for the Maasdam, and I always carried the correct shackles and chain to use it for pulling, without needing any attachment on it. I always bring a scrap of plywood to use as a base in soft mud, or you could buy the base Hi-Lift sells. There's a fab shop that's part of RuffStuff that sells a really nifty base now too, actually. Come up with a way to secure it so it doesn't walk away... Or hit you in the head if your truck stops suddenly/rolls/etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
benjy_26 Posted April 26, 2016 Author Share Posted April 26, 2016 Thanks for the heads up! I'll look i to the Maasdam as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete M Posted April 26, 2016 Share Posted April 26, 2016 I carry a hi-lift, but the 2 ton floor jack gets used the most. :dunno: it's just way more stable under an axle. obviously the hi-lift is more versatile, but I never leave home without the floor jack and a small jack stand. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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DirtyComanche Posted April 26, 2016 Share Posted April 26, 2016 The OEM scissor jacks from larger trucks (Dodge foolsize seems to be a good place to find them) work really good for that as long as you build a base for them. They're lighter than a floor jack. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shelbyluvv Posted April 26, 2016 Share Posted April 26, 2016 My CTD has a wind up "bottle jack". It goes under the axle. I actually have 4 of them and use them for everything! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gogmorgo Posted April 26, 2016 Share Posted April 26, 2016 OEM scissor jacks are junk quality, designed to be as light and compact as possible and built as cheaply as possible, for maybe a total of ten uses in emergencies only. I would never rely on one. I've found the screw jacks are generally of much better quality and are more reliable for repeated use, but I'm lazy and much prefer the hydraulic ones... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimoshel Posted April 27, 2016 Share Posted April 27, 2016 Jacks? I just reach down with my right hand and grabbing the bumper I lift it to where I want it, and useing the left foot I slide the cement block under it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jpdriver1 Posted April 27, 2016 Share Posted April 27, 2016 Jim --- you are an inspiration to us all --- :banana: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moore89Comanche Posted April 27, 2016 Share Posted April 27, 2016 I have a hi-lift jack that has never failed me. I keep it on an exterior roll bar in the bed. Only problem is that, even thought the jack is less than a year old, the paint has started to flake and the metal is rusting. I keep it oiled and it still works like a charm. Also, the jack itself is a good value put the pipe mounts and handle holder ( a little rubber piece) were both pricey. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DirtyComanche Posted April 27, 2016 Share Posted April 27, 2016 OEM scissor jacks are junk quality, designed to be as light and compact as possible and built as cheaply as possible, for maybe a total of ten uses in emergencies only. I would never rely on one. I've found the screw jacks are generally of much better quality and are more reliable for repeated use, but I'm lazy and much prefer the hydraulic ones... They are not all the same, you have to pick through them. I know guys that have been using them for years, eventually you have to go through the trucks at the wrecker and find another when you wear it out. Would I use one in a shop? No. But I'd rather not carry another 100lb jack with me, since I already have a bumper jack and strap that can lift an axle if need be. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daking Posted April 30, 2016 Share Posted April 30, 2016 Not a bumper jack, but this is a good jack for off-road use http://www.amazon.com/Powerbuilt-640912-3-Ton-Bottle-Stand/dp/B003ULZGFU/ref=sr_1_10?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1461978542&sr=1-10&keywords=jack But when I feel adventurous, and having a scary time, I'll use the Hi-lift :) I mounted the hi-lift on the tailgate Image Not Found Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
benjy_26 Posted May 1, 2016 Author Share Posted May 1, 2016 Not a bumper jack, but this is a good jack for off-road use http://www.amazon.com/Powerbuilt-640912-3-Ton-Bottle-Stand/dp/B003ULZGFU/ref=sr_1_10?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1461978542&sr=1-10&keywords=jack But when I feel adventurous, and having a scary time, I'll use the Hi-lift :) I mounted the hi-lift on the tailgate Image Not Found Did you just drill through the tailgate? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daking Posted May 2, 2016 Share Posted May 2, 2016 bolted through the tail gate. avoid the rods in the tail gate used to open gate.. used these : http://www.amazon.com/Hi-Lift-4X400-4XRAC-Mounting-System/dp/B000CMHNY2/ref=sr_1_1?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1462154357&sr=1-1&keywords=high+lift+mount http://www.amazon.com/Hi-Lift-Jack-HK-B-Black-Handle-Keeper/dp/B000F285EG/ref=sr_1_6?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1462161204&sr=1-6&keywords=high+lift+mount Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
benjy_26 Posted May 2, 2016 Author Share Posted May 2, 2016 Cool deal! That certainly keeps it out of the way of cargo and occupants. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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