tite_tite

Hi,

I currently have a Husky 2 1/2 Ton Low Profile Jack. Purchased it at Home Depot awhile back.

I am looking to use the Jack on oil changes, tire rotation, etc.

I haven't tried using the Husky jack on my G37 yet as I was experiencing w/ Rhino ramp. After running over the ramp w/ dad car (not sure if wet tire had to do w/ it ), I feel a little worried using the ramp on my G37. i'd used the ramp on G37 about 2-3 times prior.

this past weekend i was helping sis on changing the starter on her 04 corolla & man, the husky jack was weak. thinking how am i suppose to use the jack on my G37.

im looking at jack from harbor freight & can you tell me if there is a difference between the Husky & the Harbor Freight? of course besides the 2 1/2 vs 3 ton but dunno if it is a major difference.

Car is Stock: Husky is low profile & harbor freight is regular..btw will non low profile jack work on stock G37?

sorry for long post & thanks in advance.

beachbum718

Get the harbor freight 3 ton low profile.looks similar to the one u posted but low profile.I drive with mine in my trunk....its a beast .that and four jack stands I got from harbor .great stuff

blnewt

iTrader: (13)

Yep, that's the one to get, had mine for a while now and works great and I can get to my rear diff w/ my lowered G no problem. Should be able to find it for around $80 bucks w/ coupons floating around.
http://www.harborfreight.com/3-ton-l...ump-61253.html

quakerroatmeal

iTrader: (3)

I have this one which has an even longer nose and lower profile version of it.

Low Profile Floor Jack - 2 Ton, Rapid Pump® Jack

It's heavy and it's a beast. If you're not real low you can slide it to the front sub frame and jack up both sides at the same time. Which is what I liked about it because on our cars the front jacking point is far in.

JSolo

iTrader: (14)

You can try costco for the arcan xl35r jack, item # 300930 . It seems to be a seasonal item, around here only one store had it when I was shopping for it.

Looks like they carry this one now:
http://slickdeals.net/f/7560498-arca...ostco-b-m-ymmv

tite_tite

bought the 3 ton low profile jack at harbor freight for $83.33. $90 out the door

3 ton Low Profile Steel Heavy Duty Floor Jack with Rapid Pump®


have coupon code til 7/31 if someone needs it.

qmantran

Pretty good deal. I paid bout $120 for my Arcan XL325 at costco.

I changed a starter out on a neighbors corolla the other week and didn't need to jack it up at all. There was plenty of room underneath it

tite_tite

Getting ready to do oil change w new jack but concerned

My car is stock w 17' wheels. Is the red circle pic the jacking point for front?

I took pic from side of car from driver side. How does one use the jack from front of car? Seems pretty low even w low profile jack. 3rd pic don't count, as it was park on a slope so it may looks like more clearance there. believe everything is intact w front lining.... Hmmm

JSolo

iTrader: (14)

See post # 9

https://www.myg37.com/forums/g37-sed...loor-jack.html

For the rear you jack under the differential.

TheLocNar

iTrader: (5)

I've had this one for years. I paid significantly less than the $199 on the page. lol

3 Ton Aluminum Racing Floor Jack with RapidPump®

Love it.

tite_tite

are there any special maintenance for the jacks for longevity? grease, lube, oil & such??

blnewt

iTrader: (13)

Be sure to bleed them properly

moteel

Whichever you choose ALWAYS use jack stands as backup, your loved ones will thank you for that. Work safe and stay safe

tite_tite

no doubt!! thanks for reminder


i'm actually planning to use 2 jacks stand (front driver & passenger pinch weld) & the pittsburg jack recently purchased (passenger side along w/ jack stand).


i really need to change my oil... i normally change it at 5k miles & it is at 5800..lol


#NoMoreExcuses

ChinkyChoy

iTrader: (2)

car too low I cant get the jack under the front so I have to use the points on the sides which are all kinds of messed up now especially when I use the jack stands