3.5 Ton H1 Scissor Jack vs HD Gortech

[White_Comanche]

Guys, I just came across a very heavy duty scissor jack. Looks to be a quality product. In recent weeks I've been doing research on the best portable lifting solution for my MJ. I've considered all options (such as using a bottle jack + extensions). THIS might be the ticket.

 

I like how an extension can be mounted for extra height. Below is one of the pictures they have in the gallery. Very reasonably priced too!

 

https://gortech-usa.com/

 

[Salvagedcircuit]

I use an AM general / Hummer H1 scissor jack

https://www.ebay.com/itm/135089780293

https://www.easternsurplus.net/PartDetails/4696/3-and-a-half-ton-Scissor-Jack-with-Tools-and-Carrying-Bag

 

rated for 3.5 tons. They are built incredibly well, and you can still get them on ebay and at army / navy stores. They are usually about $70usd

[White_Comanche]

23 hours ago, Salvagedcircuit said:

I use an AM general / Hummer H1 scissor jack

Thanks for an alternate route. It's considerably less expensive, and smaller. I'll probably be on the lookout for one.

 

Do you know the max lifting height on these? I've done some research, but most pages so far don't have any specs.

[Salvagedcircuit]

I have to check max height. I believe this is max height. I really like it. The base is nice and wide too. It can be made lower profile if you grind off the steel peg at the top and just weld on a simple steel plate or steel cup. I made an adapter for mine instead which just fits on top of the adapter and has a set screw.

[White_Comanche]

On 8/2/2024 at 11:30 PM, Salvagedcircuit said:

I use an AM general / Hummer H1 scissor jack

Appreciate you suggesting the optimum scissor jack. It took a while, but I finally was able to get one. The planetary gear looks to make raising loads easy. This one is mine:

 

[Eagle_SX4]

I think GM used the same jack in their trucks through the 90's. Although the GM ones don't have the extra wide foot welded on and only some have the gear reduction.

[White_Comanche]

The process took some time, but I finally compiled all the tools to create an H1 scissor jack solution for my Jeep. Everything fits inside a 24" Husky bag.

 

My goal was to create a tool kit that had flexibility without anything superfluous. This scissor jack functions great to accommodate a floor jack, or even as a very good alternative I've found out. It has great lifting height and the flat plate is very large to put some wood underneath if needed. Operation can be motorized as well.

 

I have this nestled behind the passenger seat in my MJ. Even though there is very little cab space, there is actually plenty of room for this back there. But before lifting the bag, I'd recommend removing all the tools first because it's rather heavy.

 

The saddle adapter was bought from 911 Motorsports. I had to source a spacer, however. The H1 scissor jack pin is 1-1/8", but the ID of the saddle adapter is 1.5". My friend at work lent his metalworking skills to make a finished piece. He did very nice lathe and welding work!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

There is not a situation that this combination cannot handle.

 

Kit Includes:

• 5/8" Hook Drive

• 5/8" Wrench

• 20" 1/2" Drive Extension

• 1/2" Drive 5/8" Socket

• 1/2" Square to 5/8" Hex Drive Adapter

• 1/2" Drive 18" Ratcheting Breaker Bar w/ 13/16" Impact Socket

 

 

 

[Salvagedcircuit]

26 minutes ago, White_Comanche said:

The process took some time, but I finally compiled all the tools to create an H1 scissor jack solution for my Jeep. Everything fits inside a 24" Husky bag.

 

My goal was to create a tool kit that had flexibility without anything superfluous. This scissor jack functions great to accommodate a floor jack, or even as a very good alternative I've found out. It has great lifting height and the flat plate is very large to put some wood underneath if needed. Operation can be motorized as well.

 

I have this nestled behind the passenger seat in my MJ. Even though there is very little cab space, there is actually plenty of room for this back there. But before lifting the bag, I'd recommend removing all the tools first because it's rather heavy.

 

The saddle adapter was bought from 911 Motorsports. I had to source a spacer, however. The H1 scissor jack pin is 1-1/8", but the ID of the saddle adapter is 1.5". My friend at work lent his metalworking skills to make a finished piece. He did very nice lathe and welding work!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

There is not a situation that this combination cannot handle.

 

Kit Includes:

• 5/8" Hook Drive

• 5/8" Wrench

• 20" 1/2" Drive Extension

• 1/2" Drive 5/8" Socket

• 1/2" Square to 5/8" Hex Drive Adapter

• 1/2" Drive 18" Ratcheting Breaker Bar w/ 13/16" Impact Socket

 

 

 

Hell yeah! That's an excellent adapter you made. This scissor jack is properly chunky where it counts. It sure comes in handy!

[watchamakalit]

I'll have to get a pic of my jack and lug wrench setup. I think between your setup and mine we are getting close to perfection.  I have a scissor jack (I think from a xj) that I chose because it is a hex head drive not the hook like the h1.  I can only imagine the h1 jack is much more substantial.  I also have a custom made tool for lower the spare winch and a lug wrench with extendable handle and a double sided socket.  Between those and typically having my battery impact along there isnt much roadside\parking lot repair I can't handle.  And the battery impact isn't necessary, just saves a lot of hand cranking.   I'll try to remember a pic in the morning.