What I've been testing (QUICKJACK by Ranger Products)!

[ML///]

Awesome product. I was curious, do you have any photos of how the system connects to a stand alone battery? I'm trying to understand how that would work. Also what is your feedback from most people as to what power unit would be most useful?

I'm ready to pull the trigger on this setup next month but wanted to make sure I get it right from the start.

 

[jims09build]

Revisiting the Ranger Quick Jack Thread

I placed an order for the Quick Jack over a month and a half ago. I called the distributor I ordered from a month ago and they told me it would be early December for delivery. I called them today and was told now it would be the middle of January before they would be ready to ship. WTF? Why would they advertise this in popular mags like Hot Rod and others when it is not even fully developed for sale to the public? Has anyone else on here placed an order? At this point I am not really pleased with this company. Maybe the OP that originally posted about this product would like to chime in here again to let me know how his testing is going?

Jim

 

[jims09build]

Please bump to the top.

Thank you

 

[phenryiv1]

Please bump to the top.

Thank you

Dude, it has only been an hour...

 

[johninct]

I am interested in the 5000 lb. one too but was wondering how long it really takes to set it up under a car, say from having all of the components on one side of the car to the car in the fully raised position. I guess I am wondering if it would be quicker to set up a car on 4 jack stands ?

 

[Junkman]

Re: Revisiting the Ranger Quick Jack Thread

I placed an order for the Quick Jack over a month and a half ago. I called the distributor I ordered from a month ago and they told me it would be early December for delivery. I called them today and was told now it would be the middle of January before they would be ready to ship. WTF? Why would they advertise this in popular mags like Hot Rod and others when it is not even fully developed for sale to the public? Has anyone else on here placed an order? At this point I am not really pleased with this company. Maybe the OP that originally posted about this product would like to chime in here again to let me know how his testing is going?

Jim

In life, not everything goes as planned, and the same goes for manufacturing of products. Companies routinely advertise new products, based on an expected time schedule of when the new item is expected to be available for shipping. For any number of reasons, something goes wrong in the production schedule, and the item doesn't make it to the consumer when it was expected to be, under normal conditions. I can't say what the reason is for the delay, but I know for certain that the manufacturer, more than anyone else wants this item to start flowing through the supply channels as soon as possible. They don't start to get a return on investment (advertising), until the units are sold and invoiced. If life were perfect, we would all be healthy, living a 100 years, and our cars would never need service and we would never be inconvenienced with a flat tire.

 

[JSK]

This project is still on track. Sorry for the delay, but we ran into some unexpected delays.

The power unit company has been running into delay after delay on the mini 110-volt motors. It would be cheaper and a lot easier for us to use standard lift power units then to configure the QuickJack with mini units, but part of the attraction of the QuickJack is the easy mobility.

Secondly, the QuickJack uses quick disconnect fittings at the lift and power unit. Midway between production, we revised the QuickJack to include 5000 PSI quick disconnect fittings – (changed from 3000 PSI). At rated load, the lift only uses about 2600 PSI for the first couple inches of lift, then the pressure dramatically falls as the lift rises. But in the case of a user bottoming the lift out at full stroke, the power unit can reach 3200 PSI at relief bypass. Most standard off-the-shelf quick-disconnect fittings are rated for 3000 PSI. We are expecting to receive our shipment of 5000-PSI fittings next week.

For all of you with orders in-house, you should be receiving shipment notification within ten days.

Jeff
BendPak

 

[1SlowFormula]

subscribing, thanks for the updates on the production schedule. Like others my garage cannot truely support the maxjack and the portability would be good for track weekends with the drag cars.

 

[JSK]

Hate to be a tease, but here's the 5K version - almost done and ready for testing. Need to complete the cylinder (it's a little longer a bit larger in diameter) and add the adapter pockets, then weld up solid.

 

[felchi80]

Hate to be a tease, but here's the 5K version - almost done and ready for testing. Need to complete the cylinder (it's a little longer a bit larger in diameter) and add the adapter pockets, then weld up solid.

The tease is very welcome. When should we expect the 5k version become available?

 

[JSK]

I'll try to have a video for all to see in a few weeks. If all goes well we should be able to ship BL-5000 units mid February. Final BL-5000 units (and future BL-3500's) will have additional lock position (midway) and small rubber wheels (like suitcase).

 

[felchi80]

I'll try to have a video for all to see in a few weeks. If all goes well we should be able to ship BL-5000 units mid February. Final BL-5000 units (and future BL-3500's) will have additional lock position (midway) and small rubber wheels (like suitcase).

sounds awesome! Please update as more info becomes available (price/specs).

 

[JSK]

I am interested in the 5000 lb. one too but was wondering how long it really takes to set it up under a car, say from having all of the components on one side of the car to the car in the fully raised position. I guess I am wondering if it would be quicker to set up a car on 4 jack stands ?

Will be sure to shoot a video showing actual set-up time.

But approximately…

1. Carry mini power unit, hose assembly and frames to car. (90-seconds)
2. Connect four quick-connect fittings – (2 at power unit and 2 at lift frames). 10-seconds each – (total 40-seconds)
3. Slide left frame under car and position rubber blocks. (10-seconds)
4. Slide right frame under car and position rubber blocks. (10-seconds)
5. Plug power unit into wall outlet – (or, with DC unit, connect terminals to battery) 30-seconds
6. Walk back to power unit and loosen breather cap on reservoir (so oil tank can vent during use) then press UP button on pendant control. (30-seconds)
7. Lift to full rise. (15-seconds DC and 30-seconds AC.)

APPROXIMATE TOTAL TIME STOW TO GO – 225 SECONDS – 3.75 MINUTES

 

[429244]

I became a member of this website to find out about this product. Great website (I can see this getting expensive) and interesting product. I think 3500lbs is an odd lifting capacity for this product and therefore I am much more interested in the 5000lb version. I could also use the additional height because have the option to remove a transmission and slide it out from under the car is important to me.
The point about 2 different left heights were made about the 3500lb version. Will the 5000lb version also have only two lift heights? If I purchase the quickjack, I will likely only use it only in my garage. My garage has a center floor drain which means the floor has pitch. Is that an issue with the Quickjack? How much pitch or slope is safe (for the product and car)?
Thanks.

 

[felchi80]

I became a member of this website to find out about this product. Great website (I can see this getting expensive) and interesting product. I think 3500lbs is an odd lifting capacity for this product and therefore I am much more interested in the 5000lb version. I could also use the additional height because have the option to remove a transmission and slide it out from under the car is important to me.
The point about 2 different left heights were made about the 3500lb version. Will the 5000lb version also have only two lift heights? If I purchase the quickjack, I will likely only use it only in my garage. My garage has a center floor drain which means the floor has pitch. Is that an issue with the Quickjack? How much pitch or slope is safe (for the product and car)?
Thanks.

My garage also has a slope toward the center. I would probably be more concerned about it being level from side to side. And not front to back. I think I will put pieces of wood under to correct it.

 

[Mazdaspeed]

I'm curious about the stability of it too...is this as stable as jack stands? More stable? I would think there's a bit of side to side tipping hazard? Especially at full lift height? Safe to go underneath the vehicle in full while in use? etc.

Seems like a good option for my garage as well though (low lift height, can't leave it out all the time). Also, can they be hung up on the wall for storage or something similar to get them out of the way?

 

[Frank N. Stein]

Yay! Thanks for sharing the photos. Can't wait to buy the BL-5000.

 

[mrbill11]

waiting x2

 

[TxT858]

You mentioned the standard power/pump unit vs the mini-unit. Why not give us some more options as to what power/pump unit is available. I think the majority of the people here who are going to be buying the 5,000lbs unit will be using it in their garage and portability isn't so much a factor. If it helps to lower the price point down a bit in lieu of portability, I think a lot of customers are more than willing to deal with it.

 

[Mazdaspeed]

You mentioned the standard power/pump unit vs the mini-unit. Why not give us some more options as to what power/pump unit is available. I think the majority of the people here who are going to be buying the 5,000lbs unit will be using it in their garage and portability isn't so much a factor. If it helps to lower the price point down a bit in lieu of portability, I think a lot of customers are more than willing to deal with it.

+1 I'd be happy with a larger pump if it brought the cost down or that the 120v model was as quick as the 12v model.

 

[34-dodge]

I got one ordered, I have been using a kwik-lift, and it's not being used, Wife hates it, in the garage, we have a small garage, But it sure does work Great. I have an 09 corvette, which weights 3208, lbs, I have my pucks and I hope this will work, I hope it does, I love the design, old modified stock car helper, also I have a 34 dodge street rod pick-up,2500 lbs with me in it. so just waiting for my e-mail, My kwik-lift is for sale, were in Colorado. $ 800.00, check out www.kwik-lift.com, I do not have any pictures of mine, it powered coated black with the center lift, used all the parts are their and some screeches

 

[jchetty]

This is a great, great idea. I love Maxjax but my ceiling in the garage is too low. I would need to redo the rafters and pour in new footers. This & maxjax are removable so I can take them to my next garage. And- I can take these to a friend's house.

My fav feature is the 5k lift. My truck (Ford Lightning) is heavy. I bought Race Ramps but it is way more convenient to lift the entire truck for certain jobs. I will be purchasing one in Feb if the reviews indicate it is as great as I know it will be. Great job guys.

 

[jims09build]

This project is still on track. Sorry for the delay, but we ran into some unexpected delays.

The power unit company has been running into delay after delay on the mini 110-volt motors. It would be cheaper and a lot easier for us to use standard lift power units then to configure the QuickJack with mini units, but part of the attraction of the QuickJack is the easy mobility.

Secondly, the QuickJack uses quick disconnect fittings at the lift and power unit. Midway between production, we revised the QuickJack to include 5000 PSI quick disconnect fittings – (changed from 3000 PSI). At rated load, the lift only uses about 2600 PSI for the first couple inches of lift, then the pressure dramatically falls as the lift rises. But in the case of a user bottoming the lift out at full stroke, the power unit can reach 3200 PSI at relief bypass. Most standard off-the-shelf quick-disconnect fittings are rated for 3000 PSI. We are expecting to receive our shipment of 5000-PSI fittings next week.

"For all of you with orders in-house, you should be receiving shipment notification within ten days."

Jeff
BendPak

Jeff,

Have the notifications been sent out to anyone? Where am I in line?

Thanks,

Jim

 

[JSK]

Jim,

Most all are shipped and on the way. What's your zip code?

 

[Geo's66]

What's the direct link to this? Also, can the car be left on lift in up position for length of time? Interested in 5k/lb lift, 66 big block chevelle 'vert. Thanks!

 

[jims09build]

Jim,

Most all are shipped and on the way. What's your zip code?

Zip is 16365. Funny, last week the lady at the factory told me it would be at least the middle of February before any would ship. Something fishy here

 

[jakermc]

I'll try to have a video for all to see in a few weeks. If all goes well we should be able to ship BL-5000 units mid February. Final BL-5000 units (and future BL-3500's) will have additional lock position (midway) and small rubber wheels (like suitcase).

I'd be interested in this product as a track side tool but the 3500 is way too short to reach the factory jack points on any of my race cars. I don't care about weight capacity but will the 5000 have a greater span than the 3500? Can you tell me what that spec is for the new unit?

 

[PDG]

To those with BL-3500 QuickJack:
Would it be safe to use with a 3573 lbs car?
Thanks.

 

[jims09build]

I just received mine today. I will play with it this weekend and report back.

Jim in Pa

 

[felchi80]

I just received mine today. I will play with it this weekend and report back.

Jim in Pa

which car(s) will you be lifting?

 

[MikeSmith]

JSK - I received mine (94107) earlier this week and just had a chance to unpack it and check it out. As others had noted, there was information going around (in my case, via ASE) that they were delayed until next month, so this was a pleasant surprise.

Overall I'm looking forward to putting it into service, but first I need to ask some questions about the unit and the condition it arrived in (not least, where are the instructions?). Is there a specific contact you recommend for issues like this?

Regards,

= Mike

 

[jims09build]

which car(s) will you be lifting?

This one

 

[felchi80]

wow... nice!!

 

[wing]

I also am interested as I could use it on my four post instead of bridge jacks. However my jack points are 55 inches on my race car. Will the 5000 be able to span that?

 

[Mazdaspeed]

Updates?

 

[jims09build]

I unpacked mine Friday night after work. There were no instructions, none, zip. It was very well packed and nothing was damaged though. The hoses look to be good quality and so does the pump. There was a bag of hydraulic hose fittings, some gold ones and some silver ones and some quick connect couplings. After studying everything for a while over a cold drink I figured I could tackle this. Now I know that the male quick connect goes into the female quick connect so that was no problem. Then there was these 4 male 90 degree hose fittings, 2 silver and 2 gold with a AN thread on one end and machine thread on the other so I knew the AN part went on a hose. There was also 2 straight male quick couplings with a machine thread with O-Rings so I figured these went on the pump since the pump was machined for a o-ring seal. That left the 2 other 90 degree ells so I put 1 end in the hydraulic cylinder and screwed the silver cylinder thingy into the other end. Then I snapped the quick connects together where I thought they should go. Now on to the hydraulic fluid (I think that is what should be used) but since there were no instructions with the pump I'm not sure of that either. I have no idea how much to put in so I filled it up to the top bulge on the tank.There are 2 bulges on the tank, one lower and 1 upper so I assumed they were the min. and max fill levels. Next I plugged the pump in and pushed the up button. The jacks were not under my car at this time, just sitting on the floor. After a few seconds they started to move up so I stood on them and cycled them up and down a few times to work out any air bubbles in the lines. Then I decided to put them under the Cobra and try them out. Now to position them properly I had to disconnect the hoses from each jack to route the hoses under the car from the front. The quick connects leak a lot of fluid when you first uncouple them and if you are not real fast they leak a lot also when you put them back together so have lots of rags ready. I wasn't real happy about this on my RaceDeck floor. Anyway after I was satisfied I had them positioned properly and cleaned all the fluid up I hit the up button on the control and the car raised up very nicely. I did not raise it to the max height as I wanted to check for leaks at all the connections. I left it up for almost an hour while I cleaned up and put my tools away and another cocktail. No leaks so I must have done something right. I guess my only complaints are no instructions and the leaking quick disconnects. Why they did not send instructions is beyond me!

May I suggest a moderator sticky this for a while so as guys get their units we can sort all this out without having to search the forum for this thread?

Thank you,

Jim

 

[jims09build]

I unpacked mine Friday night after work. There were no instructions, none, zip. It was very well packed and nothing was damaged though. The hoses look to be good quality and so does the pump. There was a bag of hydraulic hose fittings, some gold ones and some silver ones and some quick connect couplings. After studying everything for a while over a cold drink I figured I could tackle this. Now I know that the male quick connect goes into the female quick connect so that was no problem. Then there was these 4 male 90 degree hose fittings, 2 silver and 2 gold with a AN thread on one end and machine thread on the other so I knew the AN part went on a hose. There was also 2 straight male quick couplings with a machine thread with O-Rings so I figured these went on the pump since the pump was machined for a o-ring seal. That left the 2 other 90 degree ells so I put 1 end in the hydraulic cylinder and screwed the silver cylinder thingy into the other end. Then I snapped the quick connects together where I thought they should go. Now on to the hydraulic fluid (I think that is what should be used) but since there were no instructions with the pump I'm not sure of that either. I have no idea how much to put in so I filled it up to the top bulge on the tank.There are 2 bulges on the tank, one lower and 1 upper so I assumed they were the min. and max fill levels. Next I plugged the pump in and pushed the up button. The jacks were not under my car at this time, just sitting on the floor. After a few seconds they started to move up so I stood on them and cycled them up and down a few times to work out any air bubbles in the lines. Then I decided to put them under the Cobra and try them out. Now to position them properly I had to disconnect the hoses from each jack to route the hoses under the car from the front. The quick connects leak a lot of fluid when you first uncouple them and if you are not real fast they leak a lot also when you put them back together so have lots of rags ready. I wasn't real happy about this on my RaceDeck floor. Anyway after I was satisfied I had them positioned properly and cleaned all the fluid up I hit the up button on the control and the car raised up very nicely. I did not raise it to the max height as I wanted to check for leaks at all the connections. I left it up for almost an hour while I cleaned up and put my tools away and another cocktail. No leaks so I must have done something right. I guess my only complaints are no instructions and the leaking quick disconnects. Why they did not send instructions is beyond me!

May I suggest a moderator sticky this for a while so as guys get their units we can sort all this out without having to search the forum for this thread?

Thank you,

Jim

Any one else get theirs?

Jim

 

[felchi80]

Any one else get theirs?

Jim

I have a feeling lots of ppl are waiting for the 5000lbs one. including me.

 

[jims09build]

Update on Ranger BendPak QuickJack 3500 Instruction Manual

I unpacked mine Friday night after work. There were no instructions, none, zip. It was very well packed and nothing was damaged though. The hoses look to be good quality and so does the pump. There was a bag of hydraulic hose fittings, some gold ones and some silver ones and some quick connect couplings. After studying everything for a while over a cold drink I figured I could tackle this. Now I know that the male quick connect goes into the female quick connect so that was no problem. Then there was these 4 male 90 degree hose fittings, 2 silver and 2 gold with a AN thread on one end and machine thread on the other so I knew the AN part went on a hose. There was also 2 straight male quick couplings with a machine thread with O-Rings so I figured these went on the pump since the pump was machined for a o-ring seal. That left the 2 other 90 degree ells so I put 1 end in the hydraulic cylinder and screwed the silver cylinder thingy into the other end. Then I snapped the quick connects together where I thought they should go. Now on to the hydraulic fluid (I think that is what should be used) but since there were no instructions with the pump I'm not sure of that either. I have no idea how much to put in so I filled it up to the top bulge on the tank.There are 2 bulges on the tank, one lower and 1 upper so I assumed they were the min. and max fill levels. Next I plugged the pump in and pushed the up button. The jacks were not under my car at this time, just sitting on the floor. After a few seconds they started to move up so I stood on them and cycled them up and down a few times to work out any air bubbles in the lines. Then I decided to put them under the Cobra and try them out. Now to position them properly I had to disconnect the hoses from each jack to route the hoses under the car from the front. The quick connects leak a lot of fluid when you first uncouple them and if you are not real fast they leak a lot also when you put them back together so have lots of rags ready. I wasn't real happy about this on my RaceDeck floor. Anyway after I was satisfied I had them positioned properly and cleaned all the fluid up I hit the up button on the control and the car raised up very nicely. I did not raise it to the max height as I wanted to check for leaks at all the connections. I left it up for almost an hour while I cleaned up and put my tools away and another cocktail. No leaks so I must have done something right. I guess my only complaints are no instructions and the leaking quick disconnects. Why they did not send instructions is beyond me!

May I suggest a moderator sticky this for a while so as guys get their units we can sort all this out without having to search the forum for this thread?

Thank you,

Jim

I sent an email to their customer service and Toland Starnes from BendPak emailed me a draft of the instruction manual. It seems as though they are in the final stages of printing this. It looks like I assembled mine correctly.
Hope this helps someone.

Jim

 

[jims09build]

Well I have some problems with the quick-connect couplings leaking fluid when I uncouple and especially when coupling them. A BendPak tech is working with me to resolve this minor problem. Other than this, I love this unit.

Jim