Anyone who has had to change a flat tire on the side of the road knows the pain that is the factory jack. No manufacturer offers what we'd call a good jack with their cars, and some vehicles don't offer one at all. With a Jeep, this can be an even bigger issue. Or maybe that's a taller issue? What we mean is that Jeep owners are more likely than any other vehicle to have taller tires and a lift. Making jacking even harder.
So if you're going to be lifting your Jeep in more than just an emergency, you're going to want something more stable and secure. If you're going to be putting any part of yourself under your Jeep, then you absolutely need something better than the factory part. And jack stands. We've listened to your recommendations and consulted with our team of automotive experts to find the best jacks for Jeep owners.
Pro Eagle Kratos Off-Road Jack
You've got an off-road Jeep, so why not an off-road jack? This jack is designed with big wheels that let it roll over obstacles as you move it around your Jeep. No more getting stuck on a tiny piece of gravel or a zip tie on concrete, or softer surfaces outside. With the included extensions, this jack can lift to a whopping 28 inches off the ground, making it better than almost anything we could find. There are lighter-duty models available, but you'll probably want the 2 or 3-ton version for lifting your Jeep.
Sometimes all you need is a slight upgrade over the factory jack. One that will make your emergency tire changes just a little safer and easier. We understand that not everyone has the ability (or desire) to spend five minutes cranking on the stock jack at the side of the road. Vevor makes a scissor jack that raises using electric power. Position the jack under your car, plug the motor into your 12V outlet, and press a button. In moments, your car's wheel is off the ground and ready to be changed. The jack is more stable than the factory jack thanks to a wide base and can lift up to 6,600 lbs. It also doesn't take much trunk space, thanks to the scissor mechanism.
Dragging around a floor jack and jack stands is a bit of a pain. It's also not easy to find a spot where you can jack up your Jeep and still have somewhere to place your stand. This all-in-one solution from Powerbuilt combines a powerful hydraulic bottle jack with a built-in locking stand for convenience and safety. While it won't fit under a car, the Unijack will fit under SUVs and crossovers. So your Jeep should be no problem. This jack can lift up to 6,000 lbs and has a maximum lift height of just over 18 inches. The stable base and dual safety locks make it a great choice for working on your vehicle.
The Arcan low-profile aluminum floor jack comes highly recommended. This jack starts off at 3.75 inches, so it can fit under even low cars. However, it lifts to 18 inches, which is more than enough for all but the most lifted Jeeps. The 3-ton capacity is plenty for most vehicles. The big plus here is that this is an aluminum jack. So it costs a bit more, but weighs much less than a steel jack. 56 pounds is no feather, but at least you have a chance of carrying it around your shop or garage.
If you're willing to spend a bit more money, it's hard to beat the Quickjack system. More like a small lift than a floor jack, it uses an electric motor and hydraulics to lift your vehicle off the ground with the push of a button. Line up the lift points with the lift points under your car and you're ready to go. At just three inches thick, the Quickjack is easy to drive over and it will take your vehicle to 21 inches in the air. It also has a locking mechanism to ensure your safety while you work on your ride. There are models to support from 3,500 to 7,000 lbs, so you can lift even your Ecodiesel or 4xe Jeep.
The Hi-Lift jack is a controversial choice, but it's also a popular one and that's why it's made our list. This is not a hydraulic jack like most of the list; instead, it works on leverage and your own strength. It's designed to lift from your bumper, rather than under the body. So this one is best for those with steel or aftermarket bumpers. The versatility means it can be used as a winch as well as a jack. But the small base makes it less stable than other options and lets it sink into soft surfaces. So if you go with this versatile choice, bring a base plate along. And get some practice before you find yourself needing it on the trail.
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I have a 3-ton capacity Daytona floor jack from Harbor Freight. Seems like a great jack - long reach, rapid pump, low profile (can use it on my cars), 24-1/4" max lift height, and HEAVY. It weighs 103 lbs. It's also available in 4 different colors, if you don't like orange.
When running the trails I usually carry a block of wood and a bottle Jack. Honestly I prefer bottle jacks on the trail to a hi-lift for safety reasons. The main issues are you need relatively flat ground below the Jack, and you can usually only jack on the axles themselves.
I love what you guys are trying to do, but again, the question is too broad.
On road, off road, or garage?
Early or later Jeep?
Simple or complex repair?
Offroad, I like a bottle Jack. It is smaller, compact, and easier to use.
Garage, a floor jack. I can roll it around under there and it lifts higher and is more stable than a bottle jack.
I have an old hydraulic two pad bumper lift in the garage that will lift the entire front or rear of the Jeep, which is a real help when doing such things as bearing packs or brakes. It doesn't leave the garage and won't work on newer Jeeps with shock absorbing bumpers.
I have an old school bumper jack too for garage only use . Old big heavy but works great when ya need to lift one end or the other. best $25 jack I ever bought.
Factory scissor jack from a Hummer...collapses flat for easy storage, has relatively high lift capability, never leaks, always works. In the garage I use a floor jack and/or ramps.
Factory scissor jack from a Hummer...collapses flat for easy storage, has relatively high lift capability, never leaks, always works. In the garage I use a floor jack and/or ramps.
I use an old, heavy duty aftermarket scissor jack in the garage frequently. They are very effective for holding engines, transmissions, transfercases up while removing cross members, engine mounts, etc,because they do not bleed down. I'm another bottle jack fan for trail use. I hate Hi Lifts. That said, I have two and they get used around the ranch frequently-but not to lift Jeeps. For the garage, I use a 3 ton floor jack or a 4k beast of a transmission jack.
I know this is a month old, I used a ranger rfj, 2 ton in tge shop for almost 20 years, I still have it, lifts to 31.5 inches and as low as 3.5, but it's pricey, on the trail a hi lift is the only way to go, it is more than just a jack, it can also be a come along in a pinch, and can lift more than just the rig, have seen guys even use them as a splint to hold an axle together
I have an old school bumper jack too for garage only use . Old big heavy but works great when ya need to lift one end or the other. best $25 jack I ever bought.
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Even brakes and such you can get the both wheels off the ground at the same time.Is yours air ? looks like it, mine is the manual pump version but works great.
Even brakes and such you can get the both wheels off the ground at the same time.Is yours air ? looks like it, mine is the manual pump version but works great.
I’ve considered one of these also. Does anyone here have any experience with them? Is there any kind of structure inside to keep the rubber part upright under load?
My big concern would be the Jack wanting to flop to one side or another like a spring.
Ilooked into those but couldnt find one that lifted more than 15.25 inches , max lift..
Then I saw these..8800 lbs capacity and 31 inches max lift hieght... just not sure how rugged the material is.
havent bought one or used one, but airbags like this is how they lift semi-trailers back up in a roll-over...
seems like the slope you were on might not matter as much..
Didn't even look at specs. The pics make it look like it's a tall piece but even the larger capacity ones still only lift 15.75
Guess they're great for cars and stock stuff but not the offroad crowd.
Those air bags are quite awesome. They distribute weight great across them and the ground, conforming to odd shapes too but there's really nothing keeping it from shifting other than the shape of base so I'd still be too worried on side hills.
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