I grew up using bumper jacks on old GM, Ford and Mopar stuff so I understand the basics of that.
I often see Jeeps, 4Runners, X-Terra etc with Hi Lift jacks mounted on them which I’m sure comes in handy when stuck or changing a tire on a lifted vehicle. What I don’t understand is I often see them on vehicles with stock bumpers. I saw that again moments ago on a 4Runner. I understand how you could easily place/use the jack with a big chunky ARB, Smittybuilt or ______________ bumper(s). How is a high lift jack of any value on say that stock bumpered 4Runner I just saw? Is it just something people carry to be ready to help a stuck buddy who has aftermarket bumpers and no jack?
Obviously I’m missing a major piece of knowledge.
Thanks,
Chris
I often see Jeeps, 4Runners, X-Terra etc with Hi Lift jacks mounted on them which I’m sure comes in handy when stuck or changing a tire on a lifted vehicle. What I don’t understand is I often see them on vehicles with stock bumpers. I saw that again moments ago on a 4Runner. I understand how you could easily place/use the jack with a big chunky ARB, Smittybuilt or ______________ bumper(s). How is a high lift jack of any value on say that stock bumpered 4Runner I just saw? Is it just something people carry to be ready to help a stuck buddy who has aftermarket bumpers and no jack?
Obviously I’m missing a major piece of knowledge.
Thanks,
Chris