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I need an aluminum jack...

Now that I have a 2-car garage, I can make some long overdue upgrades to the REX. Problem is, I need a jack. I was planning to buy one from Sears, but the reviews have swayed me to look elsewhere. That coupled with the fact that my last Sears jack didn't last very long either. So now I don't know who to trust.
 
Anyone know of a reliable $200 - $300 low profile aluminum jack? I guess I can get some ramps in the meantime.
 
What are you guys using that was purchased new fairly recently?
 
Thanks!
2005 Subaru WRX STi|daily driver

I need an aluminum jack...

Reply #1 –
I have been using my craftsman 3 ton floor jack that I bought back in november.  works great :)

I need an aluminum jack...

Reply #2 –
http://www.harborfreight.com/automotive-motorcycle/floor-jacks/2-ton-low-profile-floor-service-jack-67022.html

Lower profile,

what I carry in my trunk

http://www.harborfreight.com/automotive-motorcycle/floor-jacks/3-ton-super-heavy-duty-floor-jack-34271.html been a good jack for almost 5 years, 2 or which was outside.
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Reply #3 –
Quote from: Haystack;323342
http://www.harborfreight.com/automotive-motorcycle/floor-jacks/2-ton-low-profile-floor-service-jack-67022.html

Lower profile,

what I carry in my trunk

http://www.harborfreight.com/automotive-motorcycle/floor-jacks/3-ton-super-heavy-duty-floor-jack-34271.html been a good jack for almost 5 years, 2 or which was outside.


all kidding aside  my dads business uses those harbor freight alum jacks on the tow trucks and they have had 3 or 4 of them for a few years now with no prob

I need an aluminum jack...

Reply #4 –
I bought the 3 ton alum one from harb freight, it was around $150
Mike

I need an aluminum jack...

Reply #5 –
i think the hf jack i the best thing they sell

I need an aluminum jack...

Reply #6 –
I just had my Craftsman 1 1/2 ton floor jack rebuilt. It's been an awesome jack. Oh wait, you said recent, so I guess buying it in 1981 doesn't qualify. lol.
1987 Turbo Coupe - Son's car
1987 Super Coupe - Son's project car
1934 Ford - My project car

I need an aluminum jack...

Reply #7 –
Quote from: 88turbo;323296
I have been using my craftsman 3 ton floor jack that I bought back in november.  works great :)


got one too. only because the lift was something like 19" and low profile. No problems in 2 years
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