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USAussie
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Registered: July 2007
Location: Sydney, Australia
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Marc,
The 2.5 ton floor jack is OK to use on the front end under the main crossover; while the 2 ton works you are lifting more than you
should with that jack.
Frankly you would be better off getting one of these:
https://www.harborfreight.com/3-ton-low-profile-steel-heavy-duty-floor-jack-with-rapid-pump-61282.html
These jack stands are fine as well:
https://www.harborfreight.com/3-ton-steel-jack-stands-61196.html
However, there is an advantage to the 6 tons stands - they can go higher.
Regards,
Rob M.
The Pedantic Mechanic
Sydney, Australia
AUS '75 Avion - The Blue Streak TZE365V100428
USA '75 Avion - Double Trouble TZE365V100426
USA '77 Kingsley - TZE 267V100808
-----Original Message-----
From: Gmclist [mailto:gmclist-bounces@list.gmcnet.org] On Behalf Of Dutch Marc
Sent: Wednesday, December 6, 2017 3:17 PM
To: gmclist@list.gmcnet.org
Subject: [GMCnet] Jacks and Stands ....
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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Regards,
Rob M. (USAussie)
The Pedantic Mechanic
Sydney, Australia
'75 Avion - AUS - The Blue Streak TZE365V100428
'75 Avion - USA - Double Trouble TZE365V100426
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