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  1. #1
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    Aug 2001
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    Default Dead Jack

    Hi guys, my orginal jack died the other day and I am just checking to see what people are using for replacements. The original bottle jack was only so-so, and I'm wondering if a Hi-Lift will tear off the bumper. Any other replacement jacks work well for this? (Don't really want to carry a floor jack) Any ideas?

    thanks,
    jon
    85' Sub K-20 4x4 6.5 w/ cooling mods
    Phazer and Banks Turbo
    33" BFG's w/ Bilsteins Rebuilt 700R4 w/ all the upgrades

  2. #2
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    Arrow

    While a Hi-Lift can be priceless on the trail, it is not practical for roadside use. It can also be very dangerous. It will damage the bumpers. I suggest getting an OEM replacement from a wrecking yard (it'll fit on the OEM holder), or a hydraulic bottle jack if you can't find the OEM. Either should be inexpensive. The Bottle style jacks (the OEM is actually a screw-jack) are best, and safest, for portable axle jacking.
    1985 Blazer 6.2
    2001 GMC 2500HD D/A
    dmaxmaverick@thedieselpage.com

  3. #3
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    many of the U-Pull it yards will practically give you one of the factory jacks.
    I got one for my Burb for $5
    (1) 1995 Suburban 2500 4x4
    (1) 1997 Astro
    (1) 2005 Suburban (Papa Smurf)
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