| Re: [GMCnet] Jacks and Stands .... [message #326815 is a reply to message #326810] |
Wed, 06 December 2017 17:35   |
Richard Denney
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Marc, the whole front weighs 4000-4500 pounds, so 2 tons is not enough for
lifting the front of the coach from the center of the crossmember to put on
jackstands. I wouldn't use anything smaller than a 3-ton jack for that, and
mine is 3-1/2 tons.
A heavy coach is about 4000 pounds per rear corner, but that's only when
the coach is level. As you jack up a rear corner, the front corner on the
same side will come with it, so the load will be greater. Again, I wouldn't
use anything less than a 3-ton jack.
A 6-ton bottle jack and a jack hook is very much the better option for the
rear, and probably cheaper, too. The right kind of jack hook can also work
in the front.
Rick "who needs another two-stage bottle jack" Denney
On Wed, Dec 6, 2017 at 3:18 PM Dutch Marc wrote:
> Hi Everyone (Wanted to start of Hi Guys, but know there there are ladies
> here as well)
>
> I am getting my tools in order for my 73 GMC, I have a 4T Bottle Jack, and
> need some input on a Floor Jack. I have a 2T and a 2.5T low Profile.
>
> Since I like the size and weight of the 2 Ton a lot better, would this be
> nuf for using on my GMC to get the bottle jack in place. I have used the 2T
> once when my airbag hose got kinked and didn't want to inflate. I was able
> to lift the Coach and get the issues solved.
>
> Not sure if there are any other repairs that I might encounter on the road
> that I would need a 2.5 T or lower profile.
>
> As a Newbie I would also like to know if a pair of 3 Ton Stands are enough
> to keep the GMC lifted or do I need o go to the bigger and heavier 6 TONS?
>
> Any input is appreciated !
>
> Grtx Marc
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> Los Angeles, CA ('98 NL 2 USA)
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