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jumpman2334 · 01-15-2019, 01:12 PM

do you have a link EJ8?

i bought these, only to realize its only for lifts and jacks, not the actual jackstands themselves.

https://www.shopfigs.com/v3/jack_frame_adapter

mau5trap · 01-15-2019, 03:35 PM

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Originally Posted by 5280VertDET

Hockey Puck with a slice taken out by a wood hand saw almost half way through.

those don't work with jack stands.

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Originally Posted by EJ8 944

I use silicone jack stand covers when I have my car on jackstands. When I lift it, metal on metal for both my front subframe and rear diff.

got a link to the one you use?

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Originally Posted by jumpman2334

do you have a link EJ8?

i bought these, only to realize its only for lifts and jacks, not the actual jackstands themselves.

https://www.shopfigs.com/v3/jack_frame_adapter

https://www.phase2motortrend.com/pro...ajackbl-gd.htm

These phase2 adapters I was looking at look like they're only for lifts and jacks too. I was looking at aluminum jack stands that have the flat top, they look like they might work with frame adapters, but I'm not sure.

EJ8 944 · 01-16-2019, 04:31 PM

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Originally Posted by jumpman2334

do you have a link EJ8?

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Originally Posted by mau5trap

got a link to the one you use?

I use these on my jack stands:
[URL=https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000NSMXS6/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_J77pCb0DT32FM[/URL]

Placed on the location shown on the S14 FSM page above ^

They fit pretty snug onto my craftsman stands, and the combo vaults over the hump for the S14 jackstand points really well.

mau5trap · 01-16-2019, 04:54 PM

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Originally Posted by EJ8 944

I use these on my jack stands:
[URL=https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000NSMXS6/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_J77pCb0DT32FM[/URL]

Placed on the location shown on the S14 FSM page above ^

They fit pretty snug onto my craftsman stands, and the combo vaults over the hump for the S14 jackstand points really well.

Thanks. Just out of curiosity, which craftsman stands do you have??

oh and the other day I found this on the interweb. This would be so clutch for 240s. I wonder what brand they are, been trying to find them.

EJ8 944 · 01-17-2019, 02:27 PM

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Originally Posted by mau5trap

Thanks. Just out of curiosity, which craftsman stands do you have??

oh and the other day I found this on the interweb. This would be so clutch for 240s. I wonder what brand they are, been trying to find them.

I use these:
https://www.sears.com/craftsman-3-to...p-00950159000P

Craftsman 3 ton (x4)

mau5trap · 01-17-2019, 04:42 PM

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Originally Posted by EJ8 944

I use these:
https://www.sears.com/craftsman-3-to...p-00950159000P

Craftsman 3 ton (x4)

Are the teeth at the top deep enough on those craftmans that it won't touch the pinch welds when you place the jacks under the jack points?

5280VertDET · 01-15-2019, 04:56 PM

Double - Delete

5280VertDET · 01-15-2019, 04:57 PM

You're right, read that wrong, but I don't use a jack on the pinch welds.

jumpman2334 · 01-15-2019, 05:46 PM

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Originally Posted by mau5trap

https://www.phase2motortrend.com/pro...ajackbl-gd.htm

These phase2 adapters I was looking at look like they're only for lifts and jacks too. I was looking at aluminum jack stands that have the flat top, they look like they might work with frame adapters, but I'm not sure.

these are no different than what i posted. i dont want to buy more of the same stuff

mau5trap · 01-15-2019, 10:30 PM

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Originally Posted by 5280VertDET

You're right, read that wrong, but I don't use a jack on the pinch welds.

That's from the s13 FSM, and it might be outdated. On the s14 FSM it says never to place stands on the side members.

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Originally Posted by jumpman2334

these are no different than what i posted. i dont want to buy more of the same stuff

yep, I was just implying they both don't look like they'll work well with jack stands, but might work with those aluminum race stands with the flat tops.

***S14DB*** · 01-16-2019, 07:28 AM

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Originally Posted by mau5trap

That's from the s13 FSM, and it might be outdated. On the s14 FSM it says never to place stands on the side members.

Yeah, S14 FSM says not to jack from those points...

conrad_s13.5 · 01-18-2019, 02:23 PM

Good ol' harbor freight has never steered me wrong.

Another thing to keep in mind, since bash bars of sorts aren't too uncommon nowadays, having a quick jacking point built in is always a good idea.

2 pumps under the license plate to change both rear tires at the track really is a time saver.

TheRealSy90 · 01-19-2019, 07:26 AM

Harbor Freight 2-ton Steel low profile jack with super long reach. I can get to the front core support on my s13 that has aero and is tucking tire up front without removing the bumper.
NOT the aluminum jack! They should have a steel one that is way lower than their "Low Profile" aluminum jacks. Same grey one that Big Mike posted earlier. Actually looks exactly like that Michellin jack too.

1Day · 01-19-2019, 07:48 AM

Are you guys still finding the 2 ton low profile/ long reach Pittsburgh jacks in Harbor Freight stores? They no longer have them online.

TheRealSy90 · 01-20-2019, 07:44 AM

They haven't been in the store that last couple times i've been in there. They may not have them anymore

1Day · 01-20-2019, 04:01 PM

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Originally Posted by TheRealSy90

They haven't been in the store that last couple times i've been in there. They may not have them anymore

Dang, looks like the closest thing to that jack is the Omega jack that someone already posted. The Omega jack actually is a little lower than the Ultra low Pittsburgh jack, to bad the price is way way more.

mau5trap · 01-20-2019, 04:39 PM

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Originally Posted by TheRealSy90

Harbor Freight 2-ton Steel low profile jack with super long reach. I can get to the front core support on my s13 that has aero and is tucking tire up front without removing the bumper.
NOT the aluminum jack! They should have a steel one that is way lower than their "Low Profile" aluminum jacks. Same grey one that Big Mike posted earlier. Actually looks exactly like that Michellin jack too.

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Originally Posted by 1Day

Are you guys still finding the 2 ton low profile/ long reach Pittsburgh jacks in Harbor Freight stores? They no longer have them online.

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Originally Posted by TheRealSy90

They haven't been in the store that last couple times i've been in there. They may not have them anymore

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Originally Posted by 1Day

Dang, looks like the closest thing to that jack is the Omega jack that someone already posted. The Omega jack actually is a little lower than the Ultra low Pittsburgh jack, to bad the price is way way more.

Those grey steal long reach low profile 2 ton floor jacks were replaced by the orange Daytona Long reach low profile floor jack.

https://www.harborfreight.com/3-ton-...ump-64241.html

1Day · 01-20-2019, 04:53 PM

[QUOTE=mau5trap;6317396]Those grey steal long reach low profile 2 ton floor jacks were replaced by the orange Daytona Long reach low profile floor jack.

But its 5/8" taller. The 2 ton was 2 5/8 min height where the Daytona is 3 1/4 min height. That might not be a big deal from some but others it might was well be a mile. The 3 ton long reach Pittsburgh is actually lower by an 1/8 inch than the Daytona and almost 100 dollars cheaper. Gktech ramps and the 3 ton long reach Pittsburgh jack are actually cheaper than the Daytona jack and about 25lbs less.

But thanks for posting, it allowed me to go back and dig a little deeper.

***S14DB*** · 01-21-2019, 06:56 PM

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Originally Posted by 1Day

Dang, looks like the closest thing to that jack is the Omega jack that someone already posted. The Omega jack actually is a little lower than the Ultra low Pittsburgh jack, to bad the price is way way more.

Yeah but, It's awesome being able to lift from the subrame and diff and just putting the jackstands in.

This has potential https://www.amazon.com/Arcan-XL2T-Bl...dp/B007G83T16/

EJ8 944 · 01-21-2019, 09:55 PM

^thats basically the Harbor Freight 2 ton jack in a different paint scheme, but for way more $

***S14DB*** · 01-22-2019, 10:09 AM

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Originally Posted by EJ8 944

^thats basically the Harbor Freight 2 ton jack in a different paint scheme, but for way more $

I don't see any harbor freight jack than goes under 3". The one that comes close is $189 and still is not low.

TheRealSy90 · 01-23-2019, 07:25 AM

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Originally Posted by S14DB

I don't see any harbor freight jack than goes under 3". The one that comes close is $189 and still is not low.

Lol, that's literally exactly the same as the grey Pittsburg jack that Harbor Freight now has apparently discontinued. The Daytona they have now doesn't even come close.

FRpilot · 01-23-2019, 02:18 PM

Is the Arcan XL2T the same as the Motomasters / Michelin ones from Canada?

https://www.amazon.com/Arcan-XL2T-Bl.../dp/B007G83T16

The design looks the same (maybe all made in the same warehouse but rebadged). The Michelin looks aluminum though and I like the colors more. Not sure if it can be bought in the US.

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conrad_s13.5 Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: STL Age: 37 Posts: 1,533 Trader Rating: (6) Feedback Score: 6 reviews	Good ol' harbor freight has never steered me wrong. Another thing to keep in mind, since bash bars of sorts aren't too uncommon nowadays, having a quick jacking point built in is always a good idea. 2 pumps under the license plate to change both rear tires at the track really is a time saver. __________________ cONtRol FReAkS

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jumpman2334 Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: SHOW ME WHAT YOU GOT Posts: 1,115 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	do you have a link EJ8? i bought these, only to realize its only for lifts and jacks, not the actual jackstands themselves. https://www.shopfigs.com/v3/jack_frame_adapter

01-19-2019, 07:48 AM	#14
1Day Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Hamilton, IN Age: 42 Posts: 318 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	Are you guys still finding the 2 ton low profile/ long reach Pittsburgh jacks in Harbor Freight stores? They no longer have them online.

01-20-2019, 04:53 PM	#18
1Day Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Hamilton, IN Age: 42 Posts: 318 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	[QUOTE=mau5trap;6317396]Those grey steal long reach low profile 2 ton floor jacks were replaced by the orange Daytona Long reach low profile floor jack. But its 5/8" taller. The 2 ton was 2 5/8 min height where the Daytona is 3 1/4 min height. That might not be a big deal from some but others it might was well be a mile. The 3 ton long reach Pittsburgh is actually lower by an 1/8 inch than the Daytona and almost 100 dollars cheaper. Gktech ramps and the 3 ton long reach Pittsburgh jack are actually cheaper than the Daytona jack and about 25lbs less. But thanks for posting, it allowed me to go back and dig a little deeper.

01-21-2019, 09:55 PM	#20
EJ8 944 Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: UT Age: 37 Posts: 558 Trader Rating: (8) Feedback Score: 8 reviews	^thats basically the Harbor Freight 2 ton jack in a different paint scheme, but for way more $