60" jack vs 48" Jack

MidLife · 02-21-08, 01:35 AM

Can one get by with a 48" Jack or should I get a 60" one?

Niner · 02-21-08, 05:55 AM

depends on lift and jacking points. but usually if used with a ratchet strap to control droop the 48 should be fine.

roscoFJ73 · 02-21-08, 06:55 AM

The 48 is a PITA to store and carry around,I can only imagine a 60

I carry a piece of old railway sleeper for adding height to the hilift.
I turn the lump of wood on its end and its a stool for round the campfire ,or on the flat side its a mini workbench

alvarorb · 02-21-08, 07:03 AM

The problem with the 48" jack is that it may not be able to get your rig off the groung. An 80 with 2.5" OEM Heavy suspension will keep it's wheels on the ground if lifted witha 48" HiLift jack.

Tires usually go in cumbersome situations. For the easy situations in leveled ground, you have the bottle jack that came with the vehicle. If using really big tires, you can use the HiLift Show/Mud plastic base to give it some lift.

But there are times when the HiLift is the way to go. When getting stuck on something or needing to change a tire on a steep trail. You can have the 48" HiLift all the way up and the tires will be firmly on the ground. Ratchet straps are great. But not always the solution.

Depending on your rig, you may want to go with the 60". If you know somebody with a 48" jack, try it out first. Then decide.

Regards

Alvaro

D'Animal · 02-21-08, 07:36 AM

I just saw the 60" Hi-Lift Extreme Duty and will be getting one in the near future. It will go on the FJ45 Extended Cab.

My 2 48"s hi-lifts will stay on my FJ40 and my FJ60.

GLTHFJ60 · 02-21-08, 07:46 AM

I just got the 60" model for christmas and I love it. It gets my 60's tires off the ground with plenty of room to spare, and mine has a 2" lift and 33's. I also found out that the 60" model fits perfectly in front of the rear bench seat on the floor if you remove the top shackle mount point as well as the foot. I love it!

e9999 · 02-21-08, 09:04 AM

60

plus it may be possible to just cut it shorter if it proves too long after all (check the end first to make sure that's OK, of course) but kind of hard to stretch the 48...

Bogo · 02-21-08, 08:09 PM

We only bother with the 48s on the farm, but I can see where a 60" would be nice for some vehicles. When your are moding your vehicle, think of jack points. I'm planning on adding a couple of loops to each end of the rock sliders and bumpers. That way I can slip the high lift in and jack her up with no worry about it sliding about.

77cruiser77 · 03-03-08, 07:42 PM

I dont have a winch. Wish I did but dont. So, I rely on every chain, strap, jack, and come-along I got to get me out of an ugly situation. The 48", which I own, has saved me in time and frustration in 90% of off-road instances. I like the 48 in my 40 because I can rest it on the rear wheel well under the seat and it will not move while allowing easy access. Because of this, I prefer the 48 in my 40. But, if you happen to use that jack for other uses like pulling and towing because a certain come along seized up, get the 60". If i could somehow fit a 60 in my 40 in someway that I like I would without blinking my eye once get one. that way I know I'd be covered anytime instead of the 5% chance that my 48 just wont lift my axles high enough.

alvarorb · 03-04-08, 08:21 AM

MidLife,

What do you drive?

Regards

Alvaro

MidLife · 03-05-08, 06:37 AM

Alvaro,

I drive a stock 97 FZJ80. Its blue and completely stock. I just bought some 255/85/16 tires.

It is leaking slightly from the driver's side axle but not much. When I'm done fixing it I'll take it out. I just bought most everything I need to repair it and baseline it except for the FSM, 54mm Socket and some of the tools I need.

I'm also going to get the basic recovery gear before I go: tire repair kit, jack, basic tools

I'm looking forward to some adventure.

HawkDriver · 03-09-08, 08:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by e9999

60

plus it may be possible to just cut it shorter if it proves too long after all (check the end first to make sure that's OK, of course) but kind of hard to stretch the 48...

Did just that, wish I didn't have to. It ended up being too tall for my mounting location. 60" is best IMO.

e9999 · 03-10-08, 08:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HawkDriver

Did just that, wish I didn't have to. It ended up being too tall for my mounting location. 60" is best IMO.

how'd you stretch it?

prado t · 03-10-08, 10:28 AM

I just got the 60 because my BJ74 has a 4" and 33s

canucksafari · 03-10-08, 12:21 PM

Yes, go 60" if there is any chance you would need to put a block under a 48" to get some height. It is a bad idea to put something in between your jack and the ground - even on flat ground. A couple weeks ago my neighbour was re-arching the springs on the back of his F350 and he was using his Hi-lift on a big wood block on nearly flat ground. The front wheels were blocked with bricks. I had just mentioned to him how dangerous a hilift can be especially when you get nailed in the chin from the bar when jacking down. EXPERIENCE

Anyways, 5 minutes later the jack came toppling down. Even on flat ground there is a lot of lateral force pushing it out. Good thing my neighbour wasn't under his truck when it happened. When he got it jacked up again, he bocked the frame up and took the pressure off the hilift before getting under.

HawkDriver · 03-10-08, 06:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by e9999

how'd you stretch it?

Hehe,

Think the other way. I had to cut it down because it was too tall.

Mace · 03-11-08, 04:01 PM

I would say 48" just because the length of the 60" makes it VERY unstable at height..

If getting the tire off the ground is that big of a deal carry a ratchet strap around with you and strap the axle to the frame before you lift.

NorCalDoug · 03-13-08, 03:23 AM

go with the 60"

get the right one the first time.

reffug · 03-13-08, 03:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NorCalDoug

go with the 60"

get the right one the first time.

yup...........

this is especially true with modded 80's.

02-21-08, 01:35 AM	#1
MidLife IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Oxnard/Fountain Valley Posts: 27	60" jack vs 48" Jack Can one get by with a 48" Jack or should I get a 60" one?

02-21-08, 05:55 AM	#2
Niner IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Readfield, WI TLCA# 13372 Posts: 677 Blog Entries: 1	depends on lift and jacking points. but usually if used with a ratchet strap to control droop the 48 should be fine. __________________ Chris Hannis, TLCA #13372 2008 FJ Cruiser, Bud Built 5, Warn Bull Bar, 9.5TI, OME Heavies all around. 1971 FJ 40, 400 SBC, th400, Dana 20 Tcase, F/R Dana 44's, Front 4 link, rear spring over 1993 4 Runner (the Girlfriends) Stock for sale. A bunch of stuff thats for sale

02-21-08, 06:55 AM	#3
roscoFJ73 Diesel for blood Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: west australia Posts: 6,298	The 48 is a PITA to store and carry around,I can only imagine a 60 I carry a piece of old railway sleeper for adding height to the hilift. I turn the lump of wood on its end and its a stool for round the campfire ,or on the flat side its a mini workbench __________________ HZJ75 cab chassis 95 model ,stocker FJ73+1HZ Diesel NEW GEARBOX 1HZ =same power as 3F with 30% better fuel economy 2in Dobinsons lift.Powerdown adj shocks 33 in BFG A/T HJ61 with slidin windas regrettfully SOLD:( Volvo 740 GL

02-21-08, 07:03 AM	#4
alvarorb Cook Free or Die Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Sacramento, California TLCA# 12833 Posts: 1,544	The problem with the 48" jack is that it may not be able to get your rig off the groung. An 80 with 2.5" OEM Heavy suspension will keep it's wheels on the ground if lifted witha 48" HiLift jack. Tires usually go in cumbersome situations. For the easy situations in leveled ground, you have the bottle jack that came with the vehicle. If using really big tires, you can use the HiLift Show/Mud plastic base to give it some lift. But there are times when the HiLift is the way to go. When getting stuck on something or needing to change a tire on a steep trail. You can have the 48" HiLift all the way up and the tires will be firmly on the ground. Ratchet straps are great. But not always the solution. Depending on your rig, you may want to go with the 60". If you know somebody with a 48" jack, try it out first. Then decide. Regards Alvaro __________________ Alvaro Rodriguez 96 FZJ80 "La Cabra" 08 Tacoma Double Cab 4x4 TCLA #12833 / BRC # 41799 KI7FZJ New web site with blog and pics Norcal wagons website INTI Roof Racks - Make a loan, Make a difference - Kiva.org

02-21-08, 07:36 AM	#5
D'Animal Beagles Rule! Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Central California TLCA# 17104 Posts: 10,062	I just saw the 60" Hi-Lift Extreme Duty and will be getting one in the near future. It will go on the FJ45 Extended Cab. My 2 48"s hi-lifts will stay on my FJ40 and my FJ60. __________________ Cruiser Dan at American Toyota Phone is 1-800-432-6668 ext. 8 (I am not cruiser Dan)

02-21-08, 09:04 AM	#7
e9999 You want to do what...? Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: PRK Posts: 10,202	60 plus it may be possible to just cut it shorter if it proves too long after all (check the end first to make sure that's OK, of course) but kind of hard to stretch the 48... __________________ '97: 88K, 3xlock, Custom HD roo bar for sale, 285 MT/Rs on steelies, Hanna sliders, 851+1.5"/863/N73/N74E/SD24, ARB bull with M12, Kaymar with duals, Kaymar rack, Slee TC skid, 2m/440, more stuff, loose nut behind the wheel!) '03: 99K, the better half's... DD souped up DR650

02-21-08, 08:09 PM	#8
Bogo IH8MUD Regular Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: The Village Posts: 218	We only bother with the 48s on the farm, but I can see where a 60" would be nice for some vehicles. When your are moding your vehicle, think of jack points. I'm planning on adding a couple of loops to each end of the rock sliders and bumpers. That way I can slip the high lift in and jack her up with no worry about it sliding about.

03-03-08, 07:42 PM	#9
77cruiser77 IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 21	I dont have a winch. Wish I did but dont. So, I rely on every chain, strap, jack, and come-along I got to get me out of an ugly situation. The 48", which I own, has saved me in time and frustration in 90% of off-road instances. I like the 48 in my 40 because I can rest it on the rear wheel well under the seat and it will not move while allowing easy access. Because of this, I prefer the 48 in my 40. But, if you happen to use that jack for other uses like pulling and towing because a certain come along seized up, get the 60". If i could somehow fit a 60 in my 40 in someway that I like I would without blinking my eye once get one. that way I know I'd be covered anytime instead of the 5% chance that my 48 just wont lift my axles high enough.

03-04-08, 08:21 AM	#10
alvarorb Cook Free or Die Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Sacramento, California TLCA# 12833 Posts: 1,544	MidLife, What do you drive? Regards Alvaro __________________ Alvaro Rodriguez 96 FZJ80 "La Cabra" 08 Tacoma Double Cab 4x4 TCLA #12833 / BRC # 41799 KI7FZJ New web site with blog and pics Norcal wagons website INTI Roof Racks - Make a loan, Make a difference - Kiva.org

03-05-08, 06:37 AM	#11
MidLife IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Oxnard/Fountain Valley Posts: 27	Alvaro, I drive a stock 97 FZJ80. Its blue and completely stock. I just bought some 255/85/16 tires. It is leaking slightly from the driver's side axle but not much. When I'm done fixing it I'll take it out. I just bought most everything I need to repair it and baseline it except for the FSM, 54mm Socket and some of the tools I need. I'm also going to get the basic recovery gear before I go: tire repair kit, jack, basic tools I'm looking forward to some adventure.

03-10-08, 10:28 AM	#14
prado t IH8MUD Addict Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: vancouver B.C. Canada TLCA# 17424 Posts: 862	I just got the 60 because my BJ74 has a 4" and 33s __________________ 2.5 OME Heavy coils, ARB rear locker PRADO STOLEN 89 BJ74 ARB lockers front and rear 4" ZEAL lift, 24v M8000 winch ARB bull bar, Marks 108 to 1 HI 305 to 1 low

03-10-08, 12:21 PM	#15
canucksafari IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Abby Posts: 2,229	Yes, go 60" if there is any chance you would need to put a block under a 48" to get some height. It is a bad idea to put something in between your jack and the ground - even on flat ground. A couple weeks ago my neighbour was re-arching the springs on the back of his F350 and he was using his Hi-lift on a big wood block on nearly flat ground. The front wheels were blocked with bricks. I had just mentioned to him how dangerous a hilift can be especially when you get nailed in the chin from the bar when jacking down. EXPERIENCE Anyways, 5 minutes later the jack came toppling down. Even on flat ground there is a lot of lateral force pushing it out. Good thing my neighbour wasn't under his truck when it happened. When he got it jacked up again, he bocked the frame up and took the pressure off the hilift before getting under. __________________ John G. 姉 Join the Import Vehicle Owners Association of Canada: Fight for what is right

03-11-08, 04:01 PM	#17
Mace what he said Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 10,966	I would say 48" just because the length of the 60" makes it VERY unstable at height.. If getting the tire off the ground is that big of a deal carry a ratchet strap around with you and strap the axle to the frame before you lift. __________________ I am kinda gay....... My Myspace http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm...endid=75712409 "Mary Poppins: In every job that must be done, there is an element of fun. You find the fun and - SNAP - the job's a game."

03-13-08, 03:23 AM	#18
NorCalDoug I Solve Problems... Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: uhhhh...duh...Northern CA TLCA# yes, I have one Posts: 4,988	go with the 60" get the right one the first time. __________________ a couple pairs of pink panties... Another convert to the Church of Latter Day Swank, a sub-cult of Shahrislam "...Opportunity doesn't knock, you have to kick the fuckin door in and drag the bitch out screamin." -- Ullr "I have more respect for people who change their views after acquiring new information than for those who cling to views they held thirty years ago. The world changes. Ideologues and zealots don't." - Michael Crichton Buy TEQ Bottle Openers

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