ARB Hydraulic Jack?

BillArnett said:

I get that. But using the LCA mount will negate the leverage advantage mentioned above.

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I've always felt uneasy about using the differential pumpkin for fear of damaging it. But the diff is really pretty strong and if you have actually done that then I'll stop worrying.

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JAGS said:

Ive learned once again it is best NOT to put every thought in writing. That said. This thread is highly entertaining. Keep it going. [emoji23]

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TrailHunter said:

Lol... this thread is Jacked up.


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BillArnett said:

I guess I’m not so smart after all I certainly get it about using blocks under the jack. All the times I’ve changed a tire on my Jeep has been with a Hi-Lift but I’ve never seen it done with a bottle jack. Where on the axle did you place the jack? Maybe if you put it close to the differential there will be sufficient lever action to increase the jack’s throw range? Or maybe when the tire is flat it’s still keeping the rim an inch or two above the ground? A combination of those might just be enough? Or maybe you have a much bigger jack than the ones I found on amazon?

I suppose I could just go try it with a bottle jack. But I just thought someone who has more experience with bottle jacks could explain it. This group is long on practical knowledge and short on theory

Of course, there are other uses for a very long throw jack like a Hi-Lift. Sometimes it’s awkward or impossible to get the jack under the axle and jacking on the bumper works better. In theory. I must admit I’ve never actually seen such a case myself.

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OverlanderJL said:

Harbor freight 20 ton has been in my jeep for 5 years with no issues. And I’ve used it a lot.


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