Low profile trolley jacks

[Roonstain]

Hey guys,

I know there is a couple of threads on here about jacks, but many that were available then, are no longer.

Interested in this Blue point low profile, long reach (snap on):
http://i66.photobucket.com/albums/h252/1atsxdrft/jack.jpg

This CP:
http://www.psiparts.com.au/images/Forum%20Pictures/P8200003.JPG
http://www.psiparts.com.au/images/Forum%20Pictures/P8200005.JPG

and this Omega, but it isn't available in Aus!:
http://fastguru.info/images/Today-Prices-Omega-29023-2-Ton-Heavy-Duty-Low_41cvbtwP5hL._463_430.jpg


Basically want a low profile (less than 90mm), long reach, quality jack that will fit under the front of my lowered VE SSV wagon to be able to jack up the front from the crossmember without the need for blocks or using the factory jack to raise it a little.
Don't mind paying the Bluepoint pricing for something quality with a good warranty.

If anyone has experience with any of the above, or similar, let us know

Cheers
Mark

[white lie]

The Snap On is exy but well worth it. Nice and low and goes very high very quickly - minimal effort required

[HSVREDSLED]

A cheaper option may be caravan ramps.

Place under front wheels, drive up, raises a few inches, standard jack fits...lower slowly back onto ramps.

http://www.ebay.com.au/sch/i.html?_nkw=caravan+ramps&_sacat=0&_odkw=caravan+stops&_osacat=0&_trksid=p3286.c0.m270.l1313

[lowhsv]

wow that top one is awesome i want one, you found any links with prices?

[huggies]

The Bluepoint one was on special this month for $500 Inc A Pair Of Jack Stands,
(saving of around $150 I beleave)
Dieselman may be able to shed some light,

Whats the price on the CP jack ?

[Roonstain]

The Bluepoint one was on special this month for $500 Inc A Pair Of Jack Stands,
(saving of around $150 I beleave)
Dieselman may be able to shed some light,

Whats the price on the CP jack ?
Sounds good for the bluepoint!

The cp jack is available here:
http://www.vektools.com.au/cp-workshop-toolsequip/cp-2t-low-profile-floor-jack-p-6382.html


If anyone can help with the bluepoint at that price, definitely interested

[Dieselman]

The Bluepoint one was on special this month for $500 Inc A Pair Of Jack Stands,
(saving of around $150 I beleave)
Dieselman may be able to shed some light,

Whats the price on the CP jack ?


Sounds good for the bluepoint!

The cp jack is available here:
http://www.vektools.com.au/cp-workshop-toolsequip/cp-2t-low-profile-floor-jack-p-6382.html


If anyone can help with the bluepoint at that price, definitely interested

I will call my Snap-on man tomorrow and see if they are still on special. I got mine last month :cool: As Huggies already said the jack alone is normally $550 and stands are another $100 on top of that

This is the best jack I have used on lowered cars. Fits right under the front crossmember of my Calais that is sitting on SSL's

[Roonstain]

I will call my Snap-on man tomorrow and see if they are still on special. I got mine last month :cool: As Huggies already said the jack alone is normally $550 and stands are another $100 on top of that

This is the best jack I have used on lowered cars. Fits right under the front crossmember of my Calais that is sitting on SSL's
Awesome!

Thanks mate

[Micks]

Whilst talking of Jacks, anyone know of a place for trolley jack repairs in Sydney?
Apologize for the Hi Jack ;)

Cheers
VYT

[Delft Maloo]

Whilst talking of Jacks, anyone know of a place for trolley jack repairs in Sydney?
Apologize for the Hi Jack ;)

Cheers
VYT

:lmao::lmao::thumbsup:

[MonaroMick76]

Roonstain
Have you thought about buying a pair of go-jacks to bring the car up to an acceptable height before using a normal trolley jack?

This is what I did as I already had a decent Bluepoint standard height trolley jack and the go-jacks were on special from Supercheap a few years ago. Unfortunately I cant remember how much they cost.
Hopefully you can find the product that suits your application.
MonaroMick76

[brentonsav]

Group buy?

I'd be keen for a trolley jack and a couple of stands.

[HSVREDSLED]

Whilst talking of Jacks, anyone know of a place for trolley jack repairs in Sydney?
Apologize for the Hi Jack ;)

Cheers
VYT

Sorry VYT, I know jacksh1t about where to get your jack repaired when they have had the jack. Jax tyres maybe?

[munz]

Sorry VYT, I know jacksh1t about where to get your jack repaired when they have had the jack. Jax tyres maybe?

didn't see that comin!!!!:bravo:

[feistl]

Group buy?

I'd be keen for a trolley jack and a couple of stands.

+1

Bout time i get a decent trolley jack...

[SVNLTR]

the blue point one is the best one-

just watched out that its not old stock blue point ones

as they had faulty rams from 2008-2009

the current ones are good-and the price is good now vs what it cost in 07 and 08

[Grommz]

Nick where can you actually get them from ?

[zorro]

I had a bluepoint one, awesome jack with awesome valving for minimal pumps to get to height. They have come right down in price I paid about 800ish back in 06.

[hotbox]

ive got one of the early blue point jacks and its starting to leak down

[Evman]

ive got one of the early blue point jacks and its starting to leak down

Lifetime warranty mate. There will probably be a seal kit available for them.

[stockergts]

yeah i have both the blue point jacks seals are avail from the rep i replaced the plastic wheels mine had with metal ones but as the broke on the driveway pushing a car on it

[Roonstain]

+1

Bout time i get a decent trolley jack...
I'd be keen for a group buy too!

Hopefully the bluepoint one is available!

I did read somewhere about the arm being replaced for a 2.8T item - is this possible?

[bush_basha]

I'd be keen for a group buy too!

Hopefully the bluepoint one is available!

I did read somewhere about the arm being replaced for a 2.8T item - is this possible?

yeh the 1 tonne ram used to fail all the time and they used to replace it as warranty with the 2.8t ram, you can purchase the ram from snap on also.

[Roonstain]

yeh the 1 tonne ram used to fail all the time and they used to replace it as warranty with the 2.8t ram, you can purchase the ram from snap on also.
Hmm, ok - would be good to do that at time of purchase!

[Blakrok]

Have a look at the Armstrong brand, I have a long low jack (about 75mm lowered with a foot pump) like the snap-on jack and it was only around $350, bought that after going through 3 of those light weight aluminium jacks that kept breaking.

[Roonstain]

Have a look at the Armstrong brand, I have a long low jack (about 75mm lowered with a foot pump) like the snap-on jack and it was only around $350, bought that after going through 3 of those light weight aluminium jacks that kept breaking.
Sounds ok mate - where did you get it?

[Blakrok]

I bought it from Gas Weld (they have an online store but the Armstrong jacks arent listed).

I have the #M781, very good quality, very heavy, absolutely faultless in the 2yrs ive had it, take it to every race meeting with me.

Just took a look at it in the garage, its only 75mm low for the first 6 inches after that it steps up to about 150mm, so that blue point jack would still be ideal by far. Unless Armstrong have a model that stays low for as far back at that Blue Point.

[Roonstain]

Ahh - yeah I need it to be low for as long as possible.

[Roonstain]

So does anyone have a local snap on rep that they already have had dealings with?

Keen to order one soon!

[bush_basha]

I got mine from the snap on man in pennant hills, Sydney. Very good to deal with. Think I even grabbed it on a Saturday. Wasn't during his normal work hours anyways.

[blackbettyhsv]

+1

Bout time i get a decent trolley jack...

Im keen for a group buy as well

[ATOMIC 8]

Snap-on dealer comes into my work every Thursday.. Top bloke and I know he actually has one of the jacks on his truck at the moment with the free jack stands.

Will talk to him bout a group buy if you guys could get some numbers together.. I am sure he would be more than happy to do something like that.

Plus.. We are freighting shit out on TNT, IPEC etc. from my work everyday of the week so I might be able to help out with getting them out to everyone as well.

Happy to help out fellow forum members...

By the way.. I own one of these jacks and they are a great bit of kit.

[Elusive]

+1 for group buy

[Dreamer]

I have one of these, and They are rated too 1.5T but do already use the same rams as the 3T unit but due to the length of the lifting arm only rated to 1.5T

IMO you want to go and buy from your local franchise owner as then your warranty would be easier if something was to fail, anyone can buy from snap-on. Probally easiest if you just ring your local mechanic and ask when he comes / find a mobile number and get hold of him yourself

Snap on Dealers are only allowed to sell in there designated area, its part of there franchise ownership that they only sell to Withín X range

[ATOMIC 8]

I have one of these, and They are rated too 1.5T but do already use the same rams as the 3T unit but due to the length of the lifting arm only rated to 1.5T

IMO you want to go and buy from your local franchise owner as then your warranty would be easier if something was to fail, anyone can buy from snap-on. Probally easiest if you just ring your local mechanic and ask when he comes / find a mobile number and get hold of him yourself

Snap on Dealers are only allowed to sell in there designated area, its part of there franchise ownership that they only sell to Withín X range

A snap-on dealer will warrant any snap-on tool no matter where you bought it..

Yes, it would be easier to contact their local dealer but I was just trying to help out those who may not have access to a dealer. Plus there may be a saving to be had if it was a group buy.

Yes, they can only sell in their designated area but if I bought the jacks from my dealer it's up to me what I do with them.

Sheesh.. Sorry I even offered to help out.

Where's the love gone on this forum?!?!?

[bush_basha]

I have one of these, and They are rated too 1.5T but do already use the same rams as the 3T unit but due to the length of the lifting arm only rated to 1.5T

IMO you want to go and buy from your local franchise owner as then your warranty would be easier if something was to fail, anyone can buy from snap-on. Probally easiest if you just ring your local mechanic and ask when he comes / find a mobile number and get hold of him yourself

Snap on Dealers are only allowed to sell in there designated area, its part of there franchise ownership that they only sell to Withín X range

I don't know if your talking bout the same jack, but the snap on long reach jack is rated to 1T, with the 2.8T upgraded ram when the 1T fails.

[feistl]

A
Sheesh.. Sorry I even offered to help out.

Dude i was seriously hoping you could organise a group buy. To be honest my initial impression of Dreamer's post was that he was a snap-on dealer or tool shop owner.

If you could see what your snap-on dealer could do that was be awesome.

Cheers

[Roonstain]

A snap-on dealer will warrant any snap-on tool no matter where you bought it..

Yes, it would be easier to contact their local dealer but I was just trying to help out those who may not have access to a dealer. Plus there may be a saving to be had if it was a group buy.

Yes, they can only sell in their designated area but if I bought the jacks from my dealer it's up to me what I do with them.

Sheesh.. Sorry I even offered to help out.

Where's the love gone on this forum?!?!?
Definitely interested mate - group buy would be awesome!

In my immediate local area, the snap on truck is for sale, so would be better to see if we can get a good price buying together

[ATOMIC 8]

Dude i was seriously hoping you could organise a group buy. To be honest my initial impression of Dreamer's post was that he was a snap-on dealer or tool shop owner.

If you could see what your snap-on dealer could do that was be awesome.

Cheers

Will check with him on thursday.

Like I said.. Just trying to help out fellow forum members and I might add at no advantage to me as I already have one.

[Roonstain]

Thanks mate

Don't worry about the minority - most of us appreciate the help!

[RICECOOKER]

i have had my blue point one for years now and it works a treat, i replaced the ram with a 2.8 tonne one and it has no worries lifting my ve or my hilux, ive had it at race meets, its worth its weight ( all 56kg ) of it in gold.

[PSI 364]

Been speaking with snap on and have given me the following details :

Description:
Ultra Low Entry Service Jack
SNX1LLTJ
Professional low entry trolly jack suitable for workshop applications
due to it’s ultra low saddle height of 68mm & extended saddle reach.


Low height of 68mm.
Raised height of 610mm
Length: 860mm.
Chassis Width: 381mm
Height: 1450mm
Handle length is 1275mm.
Saddle diameter is 121mm
Capacity of 1.0 Tonne
12 month warranty period against faulty workmanship & materials

Heavy duty swivel rear casters.
56.25mm width front wheels. These are nylon
Thick foam handle bumper for vehicle protection.
25mm thick, 137.5mm diameter hard rubber saddle cover for protection of undercarriage.

I have been given a list price of $494.00 + GST ($543.40 incl) and it is 51kg, delivery to me up in NW QLD is only $56 from the snap on website so would be alot cheaper for all of you down south.

[SVNLTR]

Lifetime warranty mate. There will probably be a seal kit available for them.

ev 2-3 years only on bluepoint items

lifetime on snapon

even though snap is bluepoint-

[Roonstain]

So, can anyone get a bluepoint with the 2.8tonne arm on it from their snap on guy?
Happy to throw in a case for anyone who can get it from their snapon guy

[ATOMIC 8]

Alright.. Spoke to my snap-on dealer today and he said at worst you be looking at $480 including the gee if it was a group buy which he said he can definetely improve on but he would speak to snap-on direct and see what they could do. Lower price or throw in a set of jack stands or something like that..

The snap-on special of 2 free jack stands is over as well.:bawl:

However.. Even if you guys don't wanna go with a group buy deal I am more than happy to organise a jack through my dealer and get it sent to you.

As I said.. My work has freight leaving everyday of the week and it's no problem for me to pack it up and get it out to whoever wants them.

Let me know..

[BigAnt]

I would definately be keen if one could be had with the 2.8 ram. Mrs has been hassling me about what I want for xmas, this would be ideal!

[ATOMIC 8]

I would definately be keen if one could be had with the 2.8 ram. Mrs has been hassling me about what I want for xmas, this would be ideal!

You can just order the ram seperate. Easy as to fit yourself or the dealer will fit it for you.

That's what I did with mine.. still haven't fitted it but. Lol.
Wait till it ****s out first I spose.

[PSI 364]

Atomic, have you got a part number for the 2.8 ram ? I dont have a Snap On rep for 1000kms so have little choice but to order online, cant see a dealer down south sending 50kg+ up to whoopjack nowhere.

[ATOMIC 8]

Atomic, have you got a part number for the 2.8 ram ? I dont have a Snap On rep for 1000kms so have little choice but to order online, cant see a dealer down south sending 50kg+ up to whoopjack nowhere.

Get one for you 2mrw mate..


If you have any trouble getting it let me and I will try and help out.

[BigAnt]

Whats the best way to find the nearest rep? Had a quick look on their website but no luck?

[Roonstain]

Alright.. Spoke to my snap-on dealer today and he said at worst you be looking at $480 including the gee if it was a group buy which he said he can definetely improve on but he would speak to snap-on direct and see what they could do. Lower price or throw in a set of jack stands or something like that..

The snap-on special of 2 free jack stands is over as well.:bawl:

However.. Even if you guys don't wanna go with a group buy deal I am more than happy to organise a jack through my dealer and get it sent to you.

As I said.. My work has freight leaving everyday of the week and it's no problem for me to pack it up and get it out to whoever wants them.

Let me know..


You can just order the ram seperate. Easy as to fit yourself or the dealer will fit it for you.

That's what I did with mine.. still haven't fitted it but. Lol.
Wait till it ****s out first I spose.



Hey mate

Yeah, if you could do a deal on one with the 2.8t ram, would be awesome





GROUP BUY ANYONE?
List:
Roonstain - with 2,8t ram

[PSI 364]

Get one for you 2mrw mate..


If you have any trouble getting it let me and I will try and help out.

Thanks for that Atomic, can you believe a mining town with a pop of 20,000+ doesn't have a snap on rep here !!


Hey mate

GROUP BUY ANYONE?
List:
Roonstain - with 2,8t ram

Im in if the rep is willing to freight it for me or drop it off at a depot

[feistl]

List:
Roonstain - with 2,8t ram
PSI364 - Possibly depending on freight
Feistl - Depending on price etc

[ATOMIC 8]

Snap-on rep got back to me on a group buy price today...

$445 each including plus whatever it costs for me to freight it out to each of guys. Everyone's price will obviously be a little bit different.

We use TNT and IPEC mainly and have competitive rates with both or alternatively you can pick it up or organise your own freight.. Up to you guys. Doesn't bother me either way.

This was the price if we bought as least 8.. I am already ordering one for a mate so we need at least 7 more to get them at that price.

Let me know guys..

[ATOMIC 8]

Almost forgot.. I spoke to him bout the 2.8 ton rams and he said that with the new jacks there is no need for fitment of the 2.8 ram.

He has sold heaps of these latest low profile bluepoint jacks and never had a problem with them yet.

Plus.. Fitting the 2.8 ton ram will not make it a 2.8 ton jack.

[Elusive]

I'm in, can you give me a rough price postage to Perth. Thanks!

[phat_6ltr]

I'm in, can you give me a rough price postage to Perth. Thanks!

+1 P&H to post code 2333 NSW..

Cheers Johnny

[ATOMIC 8]

Will get a weight and some measurements off my jack today guys and will let you know..

[qikute83]

im in too can you quote on freight to 4740 cheers

[ATOMIC 8]

Ok.. Just checked freight rates on TNT and fark me it is expensive to send a jack these days!! We are on very good rates with TNT too!!

4740 - $115.00
2333 - $40.00

Some areas are a shit load more than others so I guess if you just post your postcode I will let you know a price and you can decide whether you wanna go through with it or not..

Elusive.. I need a postcode so I can give an accurate quote mate.

[v8fazz]

Can we get the height, length, width, and weight of the box so we can get some delivery quotes?
Cheers.

[ATOMIC 8]

Can we get the height, length, width, and weight of the box so we can get some delivery quotes?
Cheers.

55 kg's

100 x 35 x 45

Went a bit extra on dimensions to allow for a pallet for it to packed on.
They don't come in a box from snap-on usually so I will have to put on a pallet.

[bush_basha]

55 kg's

100 x 35 x 45

Went a bit extra on dimensions to allow for a pallet for it to packed on.
They don't come in a box from snap-on usually so I will have to put on a pallet.

When I bought my jack, it came in a cardboard box, with foam and all.

[bush_basha]

im in too can you quote on freight to 4740 cheers

For that postage price mate, youd be better off going to the rep here, probably work out cheaper. Depends what they are new.

[Strick]

Bit off topic but whats the best place to jack up a car to get two wheels changed at once. Ive seen it done from the diff but not sure on that!!

[ATOMIC 8]

When I bought my jack, it came in a cardboard box, with foam and all.

Shit mine didn't.. I spose rep could have unpacked though.

Easier for me if they do come from snap-on boxed.. Save me packing them up.

[ATOMIC 8]

Bit off topic but whats the best place to jack up a car to get two wheels changed at once. Ive seen it done from the diff but not sure on that!!

Diff is the best place in the rear..

[ATOMIC 8]

For that postage price mate, youd be better off going to the rep here, probably work out cheaper. Depends what they are new.

Agreed.. If it is not going to be economic with the postage u would best tracking down your local rep.

Didn't think postage would be that much.

[feistl]

Hmm, who is in Melbourne who is interested? I might be heading up over christmas/new years and could bring them all back with me....

But yeah, i was hoping for a little better pricing...

CHeers

[Strick]

Diff is the best place in the rear..

Thanks mate what about the front?

[ATOMIC 8]

Thanks mate what about the front?

vt to vz.. The subframe, just behind the sump. There is two "x" marks imprinted in the frame. Do it from there and it will be fine.

[Elusive]

Atomic 8 - post code is 6210.

But I guess if freight is that much finding a rep here might be the better options.

Thanks for all your effort mate!

[ATOMIC 8]

Atomic 8 - post code is 6210.

But I guess if freight is that much finding a rep here might be the better options.

Thanks for all your effort mate!

Yeah.. I think your right mate.

No worries at all..

[Dieselman]

Thanks mate what about the front?

Use the main subframe to lift the whole front end. These jacks do it easy ;)

[monaro327]

Pickup would be from penrith??

[Alex81]

Am interested, freight to Townsville 4817.

Cheers

[Roonstain]

Atomic - any idea of a price with the 2.8t arm on it?

Otherwise, sounds ok - might con the family into getting it as the perfect Xmas gift..... :lol:

[ATOMIC 8]

[QUOTE=monaro327;1975351]Pickup would be from penrith??[/QUOTE

Thats correct mate..

[ATOMIC 8]

Am interested, freight to Townsville 4817.

Cheers

Will find out freight first thing monday mate..

[ATOMIC 8]

Atomic - any idea of a price with the 2.8t arm on it?

Otherwise, sounds ok - might con the family into getting it as the perfect Xmas gift..... :lol:

Roonstain.. You can't put a 2.8t arm on this jack. In the past with the old version of this jack people used to install the 2.8t ram as the rams they came out with were renowned for leaking, by passing internally etc. Snap-on rep has told me though that he hasn't seen or heard of any issues with these latest jacks or their rams. There is no need to fit the 2.8t ram anymore.. The issue has resolved apparently. Plus, fitting the 2.8t ram will not make it a 2.8t jack..

[ATOMIC 8]

Am interested, freight to Townsville 4817.

Cheers

Freight to 4817.. $131.00!!!!:bawl:

[PSI 364]

Thanks for your help atomic, but after seeing the Townsville freight price I am going to opt out. I am 1000km inland from Townsville so don't even want to hazard a guess what it will cost me.

[Strick]

vt to vz.. The subframe, just behind the sump. There is two "x" marks imprinted in the frame. Do it from there and it will be fine.

Awsome mate thats very much for your help

[ATOMIC 8]

Thanks for your help atomic, but after seeing the Townsville freight price I am going to opt out. I am 1000km inland from Townsville so don't even want to hazard a guess what it will cost me.

ha ha.. Don't blame ya mate.

[monaro327]

this buy still going on?

[brentonsav]

this buy still going on?

I'm keen too if it is??

[ATOMIC 8]

Don't think so fellas.. Freight was just too expensive to make it worthwhile.

[amckiwi]

Found an alternative jack

No idea re quality etc

SHipping is not a deal breaker either

http://www.transquip.com.au/products.php?product=WTD-TROLLEY-2000KG-LOW-PROFILE-HEAVY-DUTY.

Stu

[PSI 364]

Reach is the problem with that jack, which is identical to the alloy one I have now. Thats why the blue point long reach is looking like the one.

Have been speaking with snap-on online and they are very helpful, freight is very reasonable only $65.00 to my door which is near the NT/QLD border up north, so for all you down south it should be dirt cheap.

Get online to the site and search for SNX1LLTJ its impossible to find any other way.

[Moonshines]

Hi Atomic 8

I'm keen to purchase one of these please. Post code 3199.

Let me know whats required and I will provide details to you.

Thanks in advance.

Michael

[Alex81]

I'm out too will see what the snap on truck here can do them for.


Cheers

[feistl]

Maybe we should have a list including the state everyone is in. Might be easier if we can get 5/10 people in each state and find a local rep who can do us a good price... would save on shipping.

Alternatively, if we all buy from one guy in NSW, wait till a forum member is driving sydney-melbourne and get them to bring them down (obviously getting paid a little to cover petrol costs).

As mentioned earlier, the saving is going to be chewed up by postage....

Cheers

[v8fazz]

Found an alternative jack

No idea re quality etc

SHipping is not a deal breaker either

http://www.transquip.com.au/products.php?product=WTD-TROLLEY-2000KG-LOW-PROFILE-HEAVY-DUTY.

Stu

I have a 20,000kg WTD bottle jack purchased from transquip. Quality seems good. Mostly used to jack up a tractor and no problems so far. Will be considering their low profile trolly jack for sure.

[CalaisRider]

Hey guys,

I know there is a couple of threads on here about jacks, but many that were available then, are no longer.

Interested in this Blue point low profile, long reach (snap on):
http://i66.photobucket.com/albums/h252/1atsxdrft/jack.jpg

This CP:
http://www.psiparts.com.au/images/Forum%20Pictures/P8200003.JPG
http://www.psiparts.com.au/images/Forum%20Pictures/P8200005.JPG

and this Omega, but it isn't available in Aus!:
http://fastguru.info/images/Today-Prices-Omega-29023-2-Ton-Heavy-Duty-Low_41cvbtwP5hL._463_430.jpg


Basically want a low profile (less than 90mm), long reach, quality jack that will fit under the front of my lowered VE SSV wagon to be able to jack up the front from the crossmember without the need for blocks or using the factory jack to raise it a little.
Don't mind paying the Bluepoint pricing for something quality with a good warranty.

If anyone has experience with any of the above, or similar, let us know

Cheers
Mark

:love:

Wow, the long reach SNAP ON would cost a bit. Depends on what you intend to use it for. Ya definately can't go past quality and dollars when your body is under the car.

[SVNLTR]

Thanks for the run around and getting it to me atomic

Thanks

Nick--

[blackbettyhsv]

found this on fleebay 110791485346 $210 can lift up to 3500 kg does,nt look very big though

[Toddler78]

found this on fleebay 110791485346 $210 can lift up to 3500 kg does,nt look very big though

link

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/110791485346?ru=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com.au%3A80% 2Fsch%2Fi.html%3F_from%3DR40%26_trksid%3Dm570.l131 3%26_nkw%3D110791485346%26_sacat%3DSee-All-Categories%26_fvi%3D1&_rdc=1

[Roonstain]

You can get them at costco - probably cheaper too

Thing is, the low section of it is not long enough, so wont get to anywhere to be able to lift the entire front of rear by itself

[monaro327]

Don't think so fellas.. Freight was just too expensive to make it worthwhile.

I'm in camden so freight isn't a problem.

[ATOMIC 8]

I'm in camden so freight isn't a problem.

Sorry mate.. Most of the people wanting them needed them freighted so then it became not so economical.

I can still get them for people who want them and are happy to pick them up.

Just won't be at a special group buy price.. That's all.

Let me know cos I don't mind helping out where I can..

[monaro327]

Is the jack you are offering the snap on one pictured above? if so how much?

[monaro327]

Sorry mate.. Most of the people wanting them needed them freighted so then it became not so economical.

I can still get them for people who want them and are happy to pick them up.

Just won't be at a special group buy price.. That's all.

Let me know cos I don't mind helping out where I can..

PM if you want.

[ATOMIC 8]

PM if you want.

PM sent mate..

[monaro327]

Picked up my jack today thanks to atomic 8. cant wait to use it would recommend anyone considering one just do it!!!

[Roonstain]

So that was yours in the ute last night!

I picked mine up last night - just in time for pre-summernats duties!!!
Felt pretty heavy after a long day of lifting other stuff around! haha

Big thanks to Chris for helping out - you are a legend

[ATOMIC 8]

No worries fellas.. Happy to help out.:)

[feistl]

Hey guys,

Just FYI, Span on currently have a special on the standard height jack where you get 2 free axle stands (worth $179). I spoke to my local snapon dealer, he said he probably cant do the deal on the low profile version, but there may be the same special with the low profile stands coming up in the near future.

Anyway here is the deal http://www.snapontools.com.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0009/5967/Aus_March.pdf

Ill keep an eye out and if the do the same deal with the low profile one ill let you guys know.

Cheers, Errol.

[feistl]

:vpo: :flamin: :cussing::flipoff::vpo: :mad::flamin::banghead:

Grrrrr.... So last month i decided to buy a snapon low profile trolley jack ($550), only used it once 2 weeks ago and now snapon are doing a deal on them. FFFFUUUUUUU......................


Well my misfortune is someone elses gain, this month snapon are doing the low profile trolley jack (Part SNX1LLTJ) for $550 and get 2 free jack stands (SNX3JS) worth $108.

Cheers

[feistl]

For anyone in South East Melbourne, i recommend you give Steve a call on 0413 011 901. He has 2 left at that price (Each Snapon dealer only get 3) so get in quick.

[munz]

I understand your pain

got mine 4 weeks ago

[RARASV8]

what is peoples thoughts on this?
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/trolley-jack-aluminum-garage-floor-rally-race-alloy-new-/110985527813?pt=AU_Car_Parts_Accessories&hash=item19d740c205

Garry

[aratic]

I have one and think its great

[jca]

Yep I've got one two use it all the time in the workshop I also have the blue point low rider had it for bout tens years never missed a beat the only prob with the alloy job one of the pistons stick every now and then but I could buy 3 of them for what I d paid for the blue point one and blue point is still made in china

[bigjohnno]

They sell it at Costco 179 I just picked up two more for Xmas gifts they work great.

[RARASV8]

They sell it at Costco 179 I just picked up two more for Xmas gifts they work great.

thanks guys :) so the same as then:goodjob:
was looking at costco, but with the membership $60 plus travel (fuel and tolls) it would be cheaper to just travel down and pick 1 up from the ebay seller.

Garry

[mechatron]

Hey guys,

Really dumb question but how do you size up a trolley jack for a car? Even though a Commodore can weigh 1700kg to 2000kg would a trolley jack rated at 1500kg be ok? I understand that I'm not lifting up the whole car...just one wheel...but do I size the jack up for half the weight of the car...what's the normal rule of thumb?

And secondly my trusty old sca trolley jack is on it's way out so it's now time to look at getting a new trolley jack. Out of the two below, which one would be the better choice? I have a VY SS with a fairly decent stereo so I'm guessing my car would weigh roughly 1800kg or more now

Arcan low profile trolley jack. Rated at 1.8 tonnes however can lift up to 3 tonnes and goes as low as 100mm
http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&alt=web&id=111559265237

Or Torin Big Red Jack rated at 1.5 tonnes & goes as low as 85mm
http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&alt=web&id=301250667581

Thanks guys

[white lie]

I've got an Arcan one, similar to that link. Can't really fault it, excellent jack but it still wont fit under my car to jack it from the engine/diff... And my car isn't overly low.

It's fine for doing one wheel at a time but I like to do a pair usually... I just drive it up on to a couple of bits of wooden ramps first.

They're nice and low at the lifting point but the rest of the body is usually too high

Either will be fine in terms of load rating

[mechatron]

Excellent, thanks again for your input white lie. It's greatly appreciated :)

[duke5700]

Sorry to bump a bit of an old thread, but I am looking at upgrading my jack for home use.

Has anyone used the Bahco Aluminium Jacks?

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/181375085782?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649

I've got a few things Bahco and the quality seems to be quite good.

[mechatron]

Sorry Duke I have no experience with that jack, but I'm very happy with the Arcan jack that I recently bought from Costco

[duke5700]

Yeah that was my other option, seems the drifters can't get enough of them. What did you pay for it?


Sorry Duke I have no experience with that jack, but I'm very happy with the Arcan jack that I recently bought from Costco

[mechatron]

$139.99 from Costco...bloody good price if you ask me :D

[XUV]

Sorry to bump a bit of an old thread, but I am looking at upgrading my jack for home use.

Has anyone used the Bahco Aluminium Jacks?

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/181375085782?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649

I've got a few things Bahco and the quality seems to be quite good.
looks good, price looks nasty

[Toddler78]

The problem that I see with all these "low profile" or "racing jacks" is while they are low at the jacking point, the body of the jack quickly raises to the height of a standard jack, meaning you aren't going to get these things much past the seal of the car. The blueprints look to be the best where they have enough length to get under the car and jack from either the engine or the diff

[duke5700]

If it is the same as the snap on jack it $200 less :up2sum:

I'm not massively worried about super low profile, my days of low cars are mostly over. The SS sits at factory height now, easier to fit bigger tyres.


looks good, price looks nasty

[Micks]

jack from either the engine or the diff
Know the LS sumps are very rigid though a block of wood across it would be a safer option!

[white lie]

Figure of speech I'd say...likely meant the k frame ;)

As said, the body of them is pretty big. Not sure how they go under a stock height commodore but mine can't even get under the missus cruze. Do the same thing I do with my GTS and drive it up on to wooden ramps if I need to get both sides in one go.

Fine for doing one wheel at a time though, the low profile fits under my side skirts easily

[dnos]

I bought one of these from Autobarn, was about $260 I think from memory, its been awesome.

https://www.autobarn.com.au/orcon-jack-garage-low-profile-2000kg-jg2000lp

[Toddler78]

Figure of speech I'd say...likely meant the k frame ;)



Na I mention engine, it names changing the oil easier :hide:

Sorry I did mean k frame

[BLACK 346]

I got one of these from Supercheap when they had 50 percent off. Cost me $180 ish from memory.

https://www.kincrome.com.au/trolley-jack-3000kg-low-pro