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Old Jul 1, 2009 | 03:18 PM
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I'm looking for a low profile jack to put under the front suspension. Do you have any suggestions?
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Old Jul 1, 2009 | 03:44 PM
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I use the craftsman aluminum racing jack. I like the large "landing pad" that distributes the weight and it will fit under the front bumper with some coaxing.
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Originally Posted by jedblanks
I use the craftsman aluminum racing jack. I like the large "landing pad" that distributes the weight and it will fit under the front bumper with some coaxing.
That's the one I use and it works well.
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Recently saw a great looking low profile jack at Costco -- check it out. If there's one in your area, also check out Harbor Freight. Happy hunting!
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Old Jul 1, 2009 | 03:54 PM
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Default Minimum Jack Lifting Requirement (in lb's)

Here is an additional 'build' to the OP's question - What is the minimum weight a jack should be able to handle for a vette (2,000 lb's, 3,000 lbs, ect)?
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Old Jul 1, 2009 | 04:06 PM
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Originally Posted by jedblanks
I use the craftsman aluminum racing jack. I like the large "landing pad" that distributes the weight and it will fit under the front bumper with some coaxing.
I also use this one, it works great!
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Old Jul 1, 2009 | 06:00 PM
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I’ve been through 4 Craftsman aluminum jacks in 4 years and all have broke. Thank god for the 1 year warranty! On 3 of them the yokes snapped where the release is since it looks to be made of pot metal and the seal blew out on the last one which I 'think' I can buy a part for.

Since then have had 2 Harbor Freight cheap aluminum jacks. The seal blew on the first one with less than a years use and the last one has been working great for a little over 2 years.

Granted I was using the jacks more than the normal person at autox's, track days, and in the garage but still will never ever buy another Craftsman aluminum jack again.
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I bought a GM 2 1/2 ton Low profile jack with a 3 3/8" to 14 3/8" at Wal-Mart for around $50. It has a Led light in the lifting pad and comes with carrying case and 4 different size lug sockets.
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I got min from Harbor freight. Its a 2 ton lightweight aluminum low profile. I love mine,,,
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Originally Posted by Jacks02
Recently saw a great looking low profile jack at Costco -- check it out. If there's one in your area, also check out Harbor Freight. Happy hunting!
I have had two of Harbor Freight's light weight jacks for over three years-no problems.
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Originally Posted by csc67
Here is an additional 'build' to the OP's question - What is the minimum weight a jack should be able to handle for a vette (2,000 lb's, 3,000 lbs, ect)?
Since our C5s weigh less than 3500 lbs. and you can only lift one side or one end at a time 2,000 lbs. will work just fine.
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I bought the Costco 3000 lb low profile. $99 It is 3 1/4" at it's lowest.
It makes a great jack for the garage...don't plan to be taking it with you anywhere as it is one heavy baztid.
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I just bought a low profile Arcan XL35 jack. Goes from 3 inches to over 20 inches. I bought it from northern tool when they had the free shipping sale,it weighs 105 lbs. Best jack ive ever owned. UPS man about crapped when he brought it to the house.
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Old Jul 2, 2009 | 05:45 AM
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I use a Harbor Frt (US General #91039) Aluminum Racing Jack, 3000 lbs.
Regular Price is $99 but they run it on sale for $79 ... I got a good
deal with a coupon for $59. PM me, I may have another coupon
somewhere, if interested.

Jerry
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Old Jul 2, 2009 | 07:36 AM
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Got my low profile from Wal-Mart GM model works great, about 50 bucks
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Old Jul 2, 2009 | 08:29 AM
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Harbor Fright!! I bought a low profile race jack from them last year for around $60 and it's been great.



My coupe is LOW and it fits under it just fine!!
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Old Jul 2, 2009 | 08:47 AM
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got mine at wal mart is was 99.00 3000 pounds works fine
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I have a NAPA low profile jack. Cost around $260.00 on sale.
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