I've been having a 3500 unit for the past two years and have had the car on it dozens of times , pushing and shoving on stuff. Plus my '03 Chevy truck single cab , long wheel base on it several times with no problems. I even pushed and shoved on the truck lots with a full tank of gas ( 30 plus gallons. ) with no problems. These jacks are way under rated. Go to quickjacks web site and watch how they test them. Wow!

 

Congrats on the new shop toy!

 

Yessir, Getting ready to do it again.

 

Congrats on the Quickjacks Grandpa1! I'm not a grandpa but I was bless with a diseased body and this system sure has made doing the things I like to still try and do a lot easier. I found for myself I just leave the quickjacks setup and on the floor full time and just park over them when not in use. I have to admit, if I had to pick these heavy buggers up every time I used them I probably wouldn't enjoy them much at all. They are HEAVY.

I agree on the whole jackstand thing. Quickjack has some testing videos out there on YouTube where it took like 18k pounds of steel plate to crush a Quickjack or in other words get the locking bar to fail. That pretty well convinced me. I still see a couple high profile YouTubers out there that use jackstands with the Quickjacks and at first it bothered me but people are free to do as they please of course.

My take on it, No manufacturer ever would put out a product that would potentially kill someone so easy.

 

Congrats on tackling the job. For whatever reasons, I am hesitant getting under the car even when it sits on highly rated jack-stands. But once the Vette is properly seated with my Race Ramps in place under the wheels (with the jack stands as my safety) do I feel remotely comfortable sliding underneath.

And you're 71? I applaud your enthusiasm and great efforts Sir!!

 

I agree with your post but people die everyday from products built by manufacturers who have no intention of harming or killing anyone.

 

Thanks! I'll be 71 in March.
I was just out there under the vette just looking around. It's really nice being able to scoot from one end of the car to the other and have plenty of room.
I examined my auto trans linkage bushing that had me worried but it looks and feels fine. Hardly any wear at all and still fits pretty tight.
I was able to raise up and inspect the radiator to see if I needed to clean it and it was good.
I wish I had the Quickjack when I had my Borla cat back installed. I could have done that no problem. I did check the bolts and nuts and they are still tight.
Everything looks good. Oil change is going to be a snap now. Trans oil change too! I will have to read up on that. Seems pretty involved but I can handle it.
I feel safe under there but I know what you mean about jack stands. I don't think you are wrong at all. Peace of mind is what it is all about.
I am very happy with my Quickjack. I am fixing to go measure and see what adapters I need to make so I can use the Quickjack on my pickup. Quickjack sells them but I can make my own a whole lot cheaper.
Good luck!

 

I agree and Quickjack agrees BUT on page 34of their own manual it states "Do not work under an elevated vehicle unless properly rated vehicle jack stands are in place under the factory recommended lifting points"

 

Thanks! I'll be 71 in March.
I was just out there under the vette just looking around. It's really nice being able to scoot from one end of the car to the other and have plenty of room.
I examined my auto trans linkage bushing that had me worried bit it looks and feels fine. Hardly any wear at all and still fits pretty tight.
I was able to raise up and inspect the radiator to see if I needed to clean it and it was good.
I wish I had the Quickjack when I had my Borla cat back installed. I could have done that no problem. I did check the bolts and nuts and they are still tight.
Everything looks good. Oil change is going to be a snap now. Trans oil change too! I will have to read up on that. Seems pretty involved but I can handle it.
I feel safe under there but I know what you mean about jack stands. I don't think you are wrong at all. Peace of mind is what it is all about.
I am very happy with my Quickjack. I am fixing to go measure and see what adapters I need to make so I can use the Quickjack on my pickup. Quickjack sells them but I can make my own a whole lot cheaper.
Good luck!

 

 

I read that and that's why I went to their website and checked it out.
The manual has not been updated in awhile. There are quite a few items during installation that are different than their current instructions.
However, I suggest everyone do what they think is right. I always do. There is no one more responsible for your safety than you!
Good luck!

 

That's an interesting find in the manual for sure. I missed it just like I'm sure thousands of others have. I would guess it was laywer advised to put that in the manual for a bit of CYA.

 

Out of curiosity I googled "Quickjack injuries" and later "Quickjack deaths"
A study in 2016 showed there were no injuries or deaths via Quickjack usage. However, there were a whole bunch via jacks and jack stands.
Google it and see for yourself!
I'm sure that will change as more Quickjacks are sold and used due to idiots and stupid mistakes.

 

This was a crappy video I made on the subject last year that even got acknowledged from the manufacturer.

Don't worry, I'm no professional youtuber.


Here is the video where they try crushing it.

 

I leave my Quickjacks on the garage floor and park the C5 over it. Mine is not lowered so it cleared with no problem. However, I wanted to make it easier to slide the jacks into position so I put them up on three-wheel dollies so they would roll out easily, which raised them enough that they no longer cleared completely. I only needed to raise the car a little to clear so I built a platform to drive onto - three part with the section between the wheels removable so I can slide the QJ into place. Slide them out, remove the dollies, and lift. Also, built a rolling storage cart for the motor and all supplies. All in all, works pretty well.

 

If the Quickjack can hold up to 16,000 pounds without fail, could it be designed to hold that much effectively while being commercially rated at 1/3 the strength for safety purposes?

Meaning, if it can hold 15,000 pound + without fail, then a commercial rating of 5,000 pound will 'never fail.'

How does that work?

Seeing this video, couldn't some jackass think "Hey, I can safely lift my 6,000 lb SUV!!"

Impressive lift and cool video.

Thanks for sharing.

 

Wicked, I am no engineer but my suspicion is that the weight limitation has to do with the hydraulics components used more so than the design of the framework. I could be wrong though.

 

You are correct, the electric pump motor specifically. If you watch some of their other videos, they state that they are using a special 240 volt pump motor for the heavy lifting tests but with the same quickjack.

 

I have a drive on Ben Pack in my wide but single car tall home garage, it always seems to be full. So I did get a quick jack. Not quite assembled, I have to grind a little metal of a gusset so I can install the right angle hydraulic fitting.

MY C5 should be set for a year after a good check up this summer and new tires last month.

So I'll be using this quick jack for my old, yes still have her over 20 years now, C4 Convert. Shes; far far from stock, but it's time for all the suspension bushings to be upgraded and a few other little items.. I'm not doing the Manual jacking up the car routine...

YES, I always use top quality Jack Stands. Not also that my Dad drilled this into my Brain, but I personal saw a lift fail...

Huh, well I'm 71, but my brain still tells me that I'm 42. Disabled No is my answer.

But did contract Polio on a military base, Dad was active duty Officer at this time ( 101st, two wars, too many injuries), Polio was an awful experience, plus my injuries on active duty, contracting R.A. on active duty,,, lots of surgical repairs. BUT,,, I don't get sick and don't take any preconception drugs, or any others... Never had the Flue, can't recall ever having a cold. So I'm good and still building another car. I consider myself darn fortunate and allowed to serve my Country, a family tradition.

Happy Holidays Everyone !!

Michael...

 

Michael, I know about the gusset you want to grind but if you read the instructions all you have to do is to lift the top part of the lift and you will be able to screw on the fitting. It would probably be better not to grind it.
Good luck!