Thinking of investing in a Quickjack.

[eicheldp]

Originally Posted by Oldcarguy

... if all you need to do is lift a 986 for oil changes, brake jobs, etc. According to the specs a QJ3500 should meet those needs for a lot less money and weight.

Brake Jobs, Tire changes, oil changes and maybe some suspension work. That's all I needed the QuickJack to help me accomplish. My other two vehicles are below 3000 lbs GVW so I will be doing more work on them with the QJ.

[jcslocum]

Usually in the $500 range used on CL. Heavy bugger tho!!!

[Paul]

Originally Posted by madmac

do these require any special concrete specifications ? besides flat and level.
i just scratched maxjax off my list because i have no idea what my floor psi is and there is no rebar in it.

If it is safe for a floor jack, it will be fine.

[Paul]

Originally Posted by madmac

the specs say 44 inch of lift, what are they like to work under?
and how are they for moving around for set up / storage?

Lot of info here:

Atlas® TD6MR 6,000 Lbs. Capacity Portable 110 Volt Scissor Lift | GSES

The lift is moved by using the hydraulic unit. Requires some strength, but doable.



Original setup is easy, no setup required later. The unit is rock solid and in my opinion safer than a 2 post lift.

I use boards like the ones in this picture to make sure clearance is not an issue:

[jcslocum]

Originally Posted by madmac

i just scratched maxjax off my list because i have no idea what my floor psi is and there is no rebar in it.

Any modern garage floor is going to be good for the Maxjax. Rebar is not needed and is not used in a garage floor, wire is usually used. The base concrete for a floor is 3000PSI and that is all that needed for the MJ as well as 4" thick. That is for a 6000 lb. lift with a safety factor they rate @ 4:1

[Myoung73]

Hi Oldcarguy. I assume you have used the lift on the 986 and it fits / works fine? They finally have the 7000slx back in stock so I'm thinking of pulling the trigger. All the measurements say it will fit, but my only concerns are if there is enough clearance between the small block (4"high when collapsed) and the jack point (about 5.5") - there is only about 1.5" of clearance and I understand the quick jack needs a little space to be able to "get going". Also, the rear mudguard slopes downward so I'm wondering if that will get in the way of the jack upper surface at all.

[Oldcarguy]

Originally Posted by Myoung73

Hi Oldcarguy. I assume you have used the lift on the 986 and it fits / works fine? They finally have the 7000slx back in stock so I'm thinking of pulling the trigger. All the measurements say it will fit, but my only concerns are if there is enough clearance between the small block (4"high when collapsed) and the jack point (about 5.5") - there is only about 1.5" of clearance and I understand the quick jack needs a little space to be able to "get going". Also, the rear mudguard slopes downward so I'm wondering if that will get in the way of the jack upper surface at all.

Hi Myoung, for my 986 at standard ride height (a 550 Anniversary) there is *just* enough room for the QJ 7000 with the small blocks. No problem for the rear guard, but you must pay attention to the block positioning at the rear. I haven't had any problems with the QJ lifting even with the limited starting clearance.

Also, if I remember correctly, my 986 jacking points are just within the range of the forward and aft block positioning trays on the QJ. Here's a couple of pics:

[Luccia at Pelican Parts]

Also, here are dimensions that may give you more insight about each model:


http://www.pelicanparts.com/promos/1QuickJack2152017/

Let me know if you have any questions.

[Racer Boy]

Just an update on this thread, right now Costco has the 5000# Quick Jack on sale for $999. I just ordered one!

[Ciao]

Originally Posted by Racer Boy

Just an update on this thread, right now Costco has the 5000# Quick Jack on sale for $999. I just ordered one!

Great Price! I am a member of Costco and have been waiting for this deal.

[Jager]

I have been researching lifts for a few months. I decided to go with this:

https://www.twinbusch.com/product_info.php?products_id=8

Unfortunately I have to wait a couple months, they are in high demand and out of stock. I am number 53 on the waiting list.

[Newsguy]

Originally Posted by Jager

I have been researching lifts for a few months. I decided to go with this:

https://www.twinbusch.com/product_info.php?products_id=8

Unfortunately I have to wait a couple months, they are in high demand and out of stock. I am number 53 on the waiting list.

If you have the room, I just got the their two-post and it was cheaper than that.

[tacofarmer]

I bought the 5000slx online at Home Depot $1100. Works great- using right now to replace my cv joints/boots.

[piper6909]

Originally Posted by tacofarmer

I bought the 5000slx online at Home Depot $1100. Works great- using right now to replace my cv joints/boots.

Thinking of one myself, but how high can you really lift it?

The max height, according to the spec sheet is 22.5", but that's with 5.3" of rubber block on top of the 3" flattened frame. That totals 8.3" before lifting, and the Box doesn't have that clearance.

How many blocks can you get under it and what's the max height you were able to achieve? Can you get underneath with a creeper?

[Anker]

You can get the QuickJack with the thick blocks under a Boxster. I'd say you lose about an inch between the block and the jack points. Plenty of room to get underneath with a creeper. I do it all of the time.

[piper6909]

Originally Posted by Anker

You can get the QuickJack with the thick blocks under a Boxster. I'd say you lose about an inch between the block and the jack points. Plenty of room to get underneath with a creeper. I do it all of the time.

Great! Thank you!

[Anker]

And I'm 71, so I am not nearly as nimble as I used to be! :-)

[Steelepuls]

I love my quick jacks, i use it for several cars, not just my boxster. Check costco for deals on this item, they go on sale sometimes. Plenty of room to get under the car with a creeper. 22 inches is the highest based on the literature.