Hi-Lift Jack Base Mod

[lovetoski]

A couple of the Seattle Cruiserheads did a snowrun yesterday near Skykomish (Jacks Pass, FS 65 and 6520).

 

[lovetoski]

We got stuck a lot, dug a lot, winched alot, dug a lot, dug more, then dug again. Hi-Lift saw action, blew two beads, lots of other adventures. All in all an awesome time. As a result of the adventures, was inspired to make two mods today. The Hi-Lift Jack base is pretty usefull in snow, but on an icy surface it slips. Also the OEM jack will fit into the Hi-Lift Jack base if you grind the base of the jack a bit to make it fit.

 

[Stumpalama]

Smart!

 

[Irish11]

Good idea! Sorry I missed out on the run. I'm hoping I can make another one soon. Just need to get my transfer case to stop leaking first!

 

[BradyT88]

How are those bolts in the base working out for you? I just got my hi-lift for christmas and am finding that it is practically useless in the snow...

 

[KWalkerM]

well after today im convinced to buy an offroad base and do those mods. got stuck on a trail for about 4 hours between about 60+ stops to shovel, winch and jack between 2 cars. thanks for showing the mod. my hi-lift slipped a few times when i was pushing it onto hardpack snow ruts

 

[lovetoski]

How are those bolts in the base working out for you? I just got my hi-lift for christmas and am finding that it is practically useless in the snow...

Don't know, I installed them after the wheeling trip. Will give them a test on the next trip.