Cruiser weight

[nas40]

Hi, I've been lurking around for a while, and since I'm starting to tear down my cruiser for a frame-off resto and V8 conversion, figured I should probably go ahead and join. Like to say you guys have a wealth of really good info!

So I've removed most of the body panels and I'm quickly approaching the point where I need to get a floor jack. So how much does a cruiser weigh? What's a good weight capacity and what minimum height should I look for.

Thanks in advance!

 

[Mace]

Just go get a big one.

Teh bigger the better.

Cruisers weigh quite a bit. Some more than others..

3800lbs ish is supposed to be the stock weight.

Mine is probably closer to 5K

 

[nas40]

That works, thanks!

 

[3_puppies]

3800lbs is for the whole rig. with a floor jack your only lifting one end or the other. lifting height would be determined by how much lift you'll end up with. I use a 3 ton, picked up new for $60. works good for what I need.

 

[e rock]

I got this one a few years ago and I have no complaints: Harbor Freight I'm usually only lifting one corner at a time, but sometimes the whole front or rear end. No problems.

I really wish I had the money for a long frame jack that'll go up to 30": here

I would NOT get one of these for a cruiser. Not enough lift and not stable enough in my experience.

Of course, if money wasn't an issue, I would get something other than Harbor Freight, but I've been impressed with my jack.

 

[TJDIV]

I just lay under my Cruiser and squat press it off the ground.

 

[CruisinGA]

I just lay under my Cruiser and squat press it off the ground.

That way we avoid giving those damn gym owners any of our money.....

 

[nocents]

You need a 2 ton engine hoist (cherry picker).

Nocents