| Floor Jack Collapsed [message #138555] |
Thu, 11 August 2011 19:23  |
captjack
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My 6000 lb floor jack just sort of collapsed when I tried to raise the driver's side rear bogie. It's done it numerous times, but it just took a second and parts were flying. Made me glad I always work under the GMC with jack stands.
So, I'm in the market for a floor jack with a higher rating. Any recommendations?
Jack Christensen - K6ROW,
'76 Glenbrook/Clasco - "The Silver Bullet",
Sebastopol, CA
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| Re: Floor Jack Collapsed [message #138557 is a reply to message #138555] |
Thu, 11 August 2011 19:28  |
Don A
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No reccomendations, but
you can probably get a rebuild kit to replace the O rings in the jack.
Don Adams Dallas, TX
'76 26' Glenbrook, '90 Sidekick
rebuilt by R Archer, powered by J Bounds, Koba
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| Re: [GMCnet] Floor Jack Collapsed [message #138567 is a reply to message #138555] |
Thu, 11 August 2011 19:41 |
Gary Worobec
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Check your local NAPA. They have a good deal on a 3 ton jack. Good until
Sept 1
Thanks
Gary and Joanne Worobec
1973 GMC Glacier
Anza, CA
----- Original Message -----
From: "Jack Christensen" <captjack@sonic.net>
To: <gmclist@temp.gmcnet.org>
Sent: Thursday, August 11, 2011 5:23 PM
Subject: [GMCnet] Floor Jack Collapsed
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> My 6000 lb floor jack just sort of collapsed when I tried to raise the
> driver's side rear bogie. It's done it numerous times, but it just took a
> second and parts were flying. Made me glad I always work under the GMC
> with jack stands.
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> So, I'm in the market for a floor jack with a higher rating. Any
> recommendations?
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>
> --
> Jack Christensen - K6ROW,
> '76 Glenbrook/Clasco - "The Silver Bullet",
> '65 Clark Cortez,
> Sebastopol, CA
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| Re: Floor Jack Collapsed [message #138580 is a reply to message #138555] |
Thu, 11 August 2011 20:34 |
PettyVTX
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I was just looking at a new one at HF today ive got 2 old HF and they have lasted years. I was just looking but i still want the solar panel kit on my wish list.
Ex Avion now looking for a 23'
Jeep Wrangler Towd
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| Re: Floor Jack Collapsed [message #138594 is a reply to message #138555] |
Thu, 11 August 2011 21:22 |
GeorgeRud
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I have an old Walker floor jack that's been in the family as far back as I remember, but it's starting to drop down steadily when under a heavy load. I wanted to have the cylinder rebuilt, but have been having a tough time finding someone who does this anymore. It seems that the liability issues are starting to affect this field, so I may have to purchase a new one as well.
I hate to throw away a good tool that only needs a bit of freshening and rebuilding as none of the new ones are anywhere near as heavy guage metal as the old one. It's like turning your back on an old friend.
Of course, I also have my old Craftsman silver and red tool chest and my dad's worm drive Skil Saw as well!
George Rudawsky
Chicago, IL
75 Palm Beach
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| Re: [GMCnet] Floor Jack Collapsed [message #138600 is a reply to message #138594] |
Thu, 11 August 2011 21:33 |
Kosier
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George,
In this town we have two fellows running jack repair services out
of their garages. They don't advertise, so you have to
ask around to find them. One is a retired hiway patrolman who
used to hang out at the same junkyard as me. I also met
him a couple of times on the hiway.(oops---) Ask around the
small garages. They always have someone.
Gary Kosier
77EII & 77PB
Newark, Ohio
----- Original Message -----
From: "George Rudawsky" <GeorgeRud@aol.com>
To: <gmclist@temp.gmcnet.org>
Sent: Thursday, August 11, 2011 10:22 PM
Subject: Re: [GMCnet] Floor Jack Collapsed
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> I have an old Walker floor jack that's been in the family as
> far back as I remember, but it's starting to drop down steadily
> when under a heavy load. I wanted to have the cylinder
> rebuilt, but have been having a tough time finding someone who
> does this anymore. It seems that the liability issues are
> starting to affect this field, so I may have to purchase a new
> one as well.
>
> I hate to throw away a good tool that only needs a bit of
> freshening and rebuilding as none of the new ones are anywhere
> near as heavy guage metal as the old one. It's like turning
> your back on an old friend.
>
> Of course, I also have my old Craftsman silver and red tool
> chest and my dad's worm drive Skil Saw as well!
> --
> George Rudawsky
> Chicago, IL
> 75 Palm Beach
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| Re: Floor Jack Collapsed [message #138601 is a reply to message #138594] |
Thu, 11 August 2011 21:35 |
midlf
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| GeorgeRud wrote on Thu, 11 August 2011 21:22 |
I have an old Walker floor jack that's been in the family as far back as I remember, but it's starting to drop down steadily when under a heavy load. I wanted to have the cylinder rebuilt, but have been having a tough time finding someone who does this anymore. It seems that the liability issues are starting to affect this field, so I may have to purchase a new one as well.
I hate to throw away a good tool that only needs a bit of freshening and rebuilding as none of the new ones are anywhere near as heavy Gage metal as the old one. It's like turning your back on an old friend.
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Don't toss it. I should not be that hard to rebuild. Old Iron is not rocket science. Biggest problem would be finding a parts list. Do you have a model number? Most likely all it needs is new seals and o-rings.
Steve Southworth
1974 Glacier TZE064V100150 (for workin on)
1975 Transmode TZE365V100394 (parts & spares)
Palmyra WI
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| Re: [GMCnet] Floor Jack Collapsed [message #138620 is a reply to message #138578] |
Thu, 11 August 2011 23:24 |
captjack
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Well, my 6000 lb jack is from, where else, HF. I bought it so long ago I've forgotten when -- 29 years? So it doesn't owe me too much. The only damage was that one of the front supports bent, so I straightened it out and put the whole thing back together. I'm going to limit it to autos from now on. I guess the bottle jack is the answer, but I need one with a longer lift. I wonder if HF....
Jack Christensen - K6ROW,
'76 Glenbrook/Clasco - "The Silver Bullet",
Sebastopol, CA
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| Costco [message #138634 is a reply to message #138555] |
Fri, 12 August 2011 01:02 |
bukzin
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Just got one at Costco
It's across town but think it's 3 1/2 ton for $85
Bukzin
1977 Palm Beach
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| Re: Floor Jack Collapsed [message #138654 is a reply to message #138601] |
Fri, 12 August 2011 07:14 |
fred v
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| midlf wrote on Thu, 11 August 2011 21:35 |
| GeorgeRud wrote on Thu, 11 August 2011 21:22 |
I have an old Walker floor jack that's been in the family as far back as I remember, but it's starting to drop down steadily when under a heavy load. I wanted to have the cylinder rebuilt, but have been having a tough time finding someone who does this anymore. It seems that the liability issues are starting to affect this field, so I may have to purchase a new one as well.
I hate to throw away a good tool that only needs a bit of freshening and rebuilding as none of the new ones are anywhere near as heavy Gage metal as the old one. It's like turning your back on an old friend.
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Don't toss it. I should not be that hard to rebuild. Old Iron is not rocket science. Biggest problem would be finding a parts list. Do you have a model number? Most likely all it needs is new seals and o-rings.
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my old one would leak down and it was the control valve. i lapped the stem and seat and it worked again.
Fred V
'77 Royale RB 455
P'cola, Fl
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| Re: [GMCnet] Floor Jack Collapsed [message #138657 is a reply to message #138555] |
Fri, 12 August 2011 07:27 |
jhbridges
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Locally, Tractor Supply has them from 1 ton cheesy to ten ton robust, and everything in betwee. Bottle jacks and trolley jacks. I crib with 4x4s when the coach goes up. From outside the thing.
--johnny
--- On Fri, 8/12/11, Jack Christensen <captjack@sonic.net> wrote:
From: Jack Christensen <captjack@sonic.net>
Subject: [GMCnet] Floor Jack Collapsed
To: gmclist@temp.gmcnet.org
Date: Friday, August 12, 2011, 12:23 AM
My 6000 lb floor jack just sort of collapsed when I tried to raise the driver's side rear bogie. It's done it numerous times, but it just took a second and parts were flying. Made me glad I always work under the GMC with jack stands.
So, I'm in the market for a floor jack with a higher rating. Any recommendations?
--
Jack Christensen - K6ROW,
'76 Glenbrook/Clasco - "The Silver Bullet",
'65 Clark Cortez,
Sebastopol, CA
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| Re: Floor Jack Collapsed [message #138665 is a reply to message #138594] |
Fri, 12 August 2011 08:33 |
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| GeorgeRud wrote on Thu, 11 August 2011 22:22 |
I have an old Walker floor jack that's been in the family as far back as I remember, but it's starting to drop down steadily when under a heavy load. I wanted to have the cylinder rebuilt, but have been having a tough time finding someone who does this anymore. It seems that the liability issues are starting to affect this field, so I may have to purchase a new one as well.
I hate to throw away a good tool that only needs a bit of freshening and rebuilding as none of the new ones are anywhere near as heavy guage metal as the old one. It's like turning your back on an old friend.
Of course, I also have my old Craftsman silver and red tool chest and my dad's worm drive Skil Saw as well!
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George,
Look for Hydraulic service shops. You may find one that does jacks or you may find one that can direct you to a rebuilder. I promise you it is worth doing.
I have an old floor jack that I have been told could be 50 years old. I had it rebuilt a second time (for me) about 7 years ago. Every time I compare it to the current CCV, I am glad I still have it.
The 3 ton CCV from HF, and it does work, but it mainly servers to convince me to keep the old one.
Matt
Matt & Mary Colie - Chaumière -'73 Glacier 23 - Members GMCMI, GMCGL, GMCES
Electronically Controlled Quiet Engine Cooling Fan with OE Rear Drum Brakes with Applied Control Arms
SE Michigan - Near DTW - Twixt A2 and Detroit
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| Re: [GMCnet] Floor Jack Collapsed [message #138810 is a reply to message #138654] |
Sat, 13 August 2011 01:53 |
Rivers
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I guessing you have a 1 1 /2 ton FJ. I can suggest 1 cure jack the lift arm up about 3/4 of the way the handle down, take a long pin
punch and put it on the top of the release valve and hit with a hammer not hard and not soft this is the valve at the end of the universal
joint the lift arm should fall down then tighten the handle and do a test lift should work ok. Probably has varnish build up on release seat
I suggest dumping out the old oil and rinsing it with atf and then refilling with atf. before refilling it pump the atf though the valve system
Should be ok
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