Best overall floor jack?

[1foxracing]

I would never get under the car or even remove a wheel without proper jack stands supporting the vehicle. The photo is just from the day I received it and was playing with it.
I can't be the only person here that has one of these things, surprised there hasn't been any dedicated threads on them.

 

[tfarm]

Can anyone identify this bottle jack? The cap lifts off the ram and ram is hollow. Diameter is 2-1/8 inches. Number on front of base is NJ100015. Last time I used this it worked but leaked at the top seal of the plunger. A friend had it and appears that the pump piston is missing.

 

[Ton ton]

I bought a Teq Correct aluminum jack from Carquest and I hate it. It only lifts up to 18-19". 2 1/2 ton. Whatever you do, buy a better one than what I did.

 

[DGersic]

I would never get under the car or even remove a wheel without proper jack stands supporting the vehicle. The photo is just from the day I received it and was playing with it.
I can't be the only person here that has one of these things, surprised there hasn't been any dedicated threads on them.

I was looking at these this morning. Any update on your experience with yours? I have a low clearance problem. I have a perfectly good floor jack that is difficult to get in to position to actually lift the car. Jamming an air bag under there seems like it would be a lot easier.

I don’t use my jack as a support. Jack stands are deployed before undertaking any further work.

 

[1foxracing]

Yes I still have it and haven't had any issues with it, I would buy it again.

 

[??????]

Any guidance appreciated. I have been looking for a jack for months. Am willing to spend 6-800, if it lasts. I want low to get under basic ground trim as such on fancy Camrys and high enough for my 2003 Sienna and possibly a future Highlander. So the ones that go up around 19" max height are a no go. The ones that are 5" and over for the low are a no go. So 3-4 inches low, preferably 21 and above for the high. minimum 2 ton, prefer 3 or 3.5. There are always a few things that stop me from buying. Bad reviews with leaks and no lift stuff. I prefer not to have 2 pumps as the one seems to frequently get stuck. Then I settle on HW/SO jacks, then find out they are leaking all over the place, just assembled here. Go to Amazon and look at the issues with the 2 ton. Looked at Compaq, then I could not find a USA distributor anymore (reliable one at least?). If you know of one, please let me know. Then I was looking at AC Hydraulics. I really like the DK20HLQ, but there is 1 leaker out of a few reviews on Amazon, and a thread I believe in GJ that says there are leaks and issues with this model now. Then on Amazon, there is a leaker or 2 on the DK20Q. I would buy on from Pelican, but what can they do for me if it leaks? Throwing kits at a supposedly reliable lifetime jacks? And if all leak, should I just get the Arcan/Sunex 2 ton low rise high lift for around 220? Heck, I could get 3 to 4 for the price of the AC DK20HLQ. But if they leak or do not lower well, what have I gained? There is always the 2 pump Snap On copy for around 300, but a possible leaker. Dilemmas.

 

[??????]

PS, adding on that I need NEW, how they perform today, not as in the past. My fridge lasted 20 years. My new one lasted 2. My old Craftsman 3 ton still works. The new ones do not last. The old Hein Werner's were 20 years and rebuildable, the new ones leak. Now I am reading of leaks in the AC Hydraulic lines. Any ideas?

 

[paulsomlo]

I haven't heard anything bad about AC Hydraulics. I don't know if they meet your specs, but you might look at Weaver.

 

[71goldss]

I still use pneumatic tools so I decided to try one of these new fangled air bag jacks available all over Amazon. The one I got was $140 and works fine so far in initial testing .
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09536H6XJ/?tag=atomicindus08-20

I'll stick with my conventional floor jacks. Your's may have it's place in certain situations, but looks more like it would be a hassle to crawl under, run the air line, turn the valves... Way too much effort when I can simply just roll mine under and start cranking, and while still standing, or kneeling at the most.

Edit: I just now clicked on the Amazon link and I see it does have wheels and a handle. Your photo doesn't show that.
Shows unavailable now.

 

[??????]

I haven't heard anything bad about AC Hydraulics. I don't know if they meet your specs, but you might look at Weaver.

Thanks for the info. They have a 2 ton, probably in the 1000-1200 range if you can find one. The low point is 5 inches. Length is around 51, lift height 25. When you go to the order page, it only shows a 4, 10, and 20 ton range for sale. The 5 inches is a bit high. A maybe, but it would require driving up on wood still.

 

[mikedodge]

Since you jumped onto someone else's thread did you read the replies? The comments are going to be pretty much the same.

 

[Steve_P]

Any guidance appreciated. I have been looking for a jack for months. Am willing to spend 6-800, if it lasts. I want low to get under basic ground trim as such on fancy Camrys and high enough for my 2003 Sienna and possibly a future Highlander. So the ones that go up around 19" max height are a no go. The ones that are 5" and over for the low are a no go. So 3-4 inches low, preferably 21 and above for the high. minimum 2 ton, prefer 3 or 3.5. There are always a few things that stop me from buying. Bad reviews with leaks and no lift stuff. I prefer not to have 2 pumps as the one seems to frequently get stuck. Then I settle on HW/SO jacks, then find out they are leaking all over the place, just assembled here. Go to Amazon and look at the issues with the 2 ton. Looked at Compaq, then I could not find a USA distributor anymore (reliable one at least?). If you know of one, please let me know. Then I was looking at AC Hydraulics. I really like the DK20HLQ, but there is 1 leaker out of a few reviews on Amazon, and a thread I believe in GJ that says there are leaks and issues with this model now. Then on Amazon, there is a leaker or 2 on the DK20Q. I would buy on from Pelican, but what can they do for me if it leaks? Throwing kits at a supposedly reliable lifetime jacks? And if all leak, should I just get the Arcan/Sunex 2 ton low rise high lift for around 220? Heck, I could get 3 to 4 for the price of the AC DK20HLQ. But if they leak or do not lower well, what have I gained? There is always the 2 pump Snap On copy for around 300, but a possible leaker. Dilemmas.

I have two HWs and one AC, all bought in the last ten years. No issues. You are always going to find a few bad reviews, because these are the people that are SURE to post a review. The bottom line is that if you need a rebuild kit for a HW or an AC, they're available, and they should be for many years. Can you really say that about HF, or any other import brand?

 

[Ole Slewfoot]

I got the harbor freight orange service jack in 93 or 94. Had 3/4-1 ton vehicles the whole time, left it out a bunch and it's a rustier orange now...if it dies, I'm open to replacing it with something "better".

I did get an aluminum 2? Ton that didn't hold up as well but was a lot better for tossing back in the truck at the end of the day.

 

[Formula]

I have a couple different one I bought from Costco years ago. One of them is an absolute beast and heavy! They both get regular use several times a week and never had a problem with either of them. I haven’t seen Costco stock or sell jacks in a while now.

 

[??????]

Since you jumped onto someone else's thread did you read the replies? The comments are going to be pretty much the same.

Sure did, No Jumping, it is ALL about finding a good floor jack. Yes, I can read, hence my comment about frustration of the market.

 

[??????]

I have two HWs and one AC, all bought in the last ten years. No issues. You are always going to find a few bad reviews, because these are the people that are SURE to post a review. The bottom line is that if you need a rebuild kit for a HW or an AC, they're available, and they should be for many years. Can you really say that about HF, or any other import brand

Good points. I want an AC, but my requirements are not met. I need a low one and one that gets higher than 20 inches, the DK13HLQ meets those. But It is pushing it for my 6000 pound van so the 13 is out. The DK20HLQ would be perfect height wise and weight ratings, is low enough at the front, but the rise starts really quickly on the DK20HLQ. So after all of this research, it is down to the long reach, low profile 2 ton Sunex 6602LP, the same 2 ton Arcan XL2T, or the Harbor Freight 3 ton DS300LR long reach Daytona with the foot pump. It can go lower for a further distance under the car than the HF Snap On copy. I wish AC would engineer a 2 ton that stay low, it would sell like hotcakes.

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[Jeepster04]

Got my dad an Arcan 2 ton aluminum floor jack many years ago. Its used rather infrequently, but we've not had any issues.

I'd recommend getting whatever you can buy a rebuild kit for. I've had my 2 ton craftsman aluminum floor jack for over 20 years. Paid $70 for it (used) and just recently bought a $40 rebuild kit for it after it started leaking and bleeding off. Hoping to get at least another 20 years out of it.

 

[honcho]

Good points. I want an AC, but my requirements are not met. I need a low one and one that gets higher than 20 inches, the DK13HLQ meets those. But It is pushing it for my 6000 pound van so the 13 is out. The DK20HLQ would be perfect height wise and weight ratings, is low enough at the front, but the rise starts really quickly on the DK20HLQ. So after all of this research, it is down to the long reach, low profile 2 ton Sunex 6602LP, the same 2 ton Arcan XL2T, or the Harbor Freight 3 ton DS300LR long reach Daytona with the foot pump. It can go lower for a further distance under the car than the HF Snap On copy. I wish AC would engineer a 2 ton that stay low, it would sell like hotcakes.

Went back to see what 6000 lb van you have. Unless it's something other than the 2003 Sienna mentioned in your earlier post, those only weigh about 4000 lbs and you're not going to be lifting the whole thing. A two-ton jack should do just fine.

 

[ajchien]

Good points. I want an AC, but my requirements are not met. I need a low one and one that gets higher than 20 inches, the DK13HLQ meets those. But It is pushing it for my 6000 pound van so the 13 is out. The DK20HLQ would be perfect height wise and weight ratings, is low enough at the front, but the rise starts really quickly on the DK20HLQ. So after all of this research, it is down to the long reach, low profile 2 ton Sunex 6602LP, the same 2 ton Arcan XL2T, or the Harbor Freight 3 ton DS300LR long reach Daytona with the foot pump. It can go lower for a further distance under the car than the HF Snap On copy. I wish AC would engineer a 2 ton that stay low, it would sell like hotcakes.

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I don’t know much about this jack, but maybe look at the omega 29023B. It’s just another option….

Omega Lift Equipment 29023B 2 Ton Low Profile Service Jack

Omega Lift Equipment 29023B 2 Ton Low Profile Service Jack - Omega Lift Equipment Low Profile Service Jacks Extra long low side frames designed for long reach under the car chassis Innovative design of Magic Lift offers a quick lift for professional performance Wide stance and low center of...

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[mikedodge]

Sure did, No Jumping, it is ALL about finding a good floor jack. Yes, I can read, hence my comment about frustration of the market.

Well you're looking for advice on what to get and people are going to recommend the same things every time.

I wouldn't get paranoid over the height part. I have a couple normal 2-3 ton jacks and they can get under a compact car and at the same time get high enough to lift a full size suv so they're more then good enough for a Sienna or Highlander. I have long reach higher capacity jacks for bigger stuff but they're heavy and a p.i.t.a. to move around.

 

[MJK]

I have both the DK20HLQ and the DK13HLQ.

• The 20 will lift the front of my 7800lb truck without issue.
• The 13 will slide under the nose of an s2000 to the central jacking point.
• If there is something better out there that will do both in one package, I have yet to find it.
• Keep in mind the weight ratings are metric. So, 2 Metric Tons = 4,400lb.

If I were to keep only 1, it would be the 20.

 

[??????]

I added a DK20HLQ to go with my 10 year old DK13HLQ. It lifts the front of my 7800lb truck without issue.

Pelican has rebuild kits for both in stock, although I have yet to need them. No regrets here.

IMO the only reason not to have the DK13HLQ would be cost, space or if you are working on heavier vehicles. Long reach, smooth release, high

I added a DK20HLQ to go with my 10 year old DK13HLQ. It lifts the front of my 7800lb truck without issue.

Pelican has rebuild kits for both in stock, although I have yet to need them. No regrets here.

IMO the only reason not to have the DK13HLQ would be cost, space or if you are working on heavier vehicles. Long reach, smooth release, high lift, easy to move around. Mine has been under numerous low profile sports cars where nothing else I've ever had would reach. e.g. the center jacking points on E46M3s with the car flat on the ground so that the outer jacking points can be used for jack stands.

Could you take some pics and post them for me of the DK20HLQ? I can afford one but I am afraid the rise is too fast and it will not fit under the front end. My 2013 Camry may have 4.5 inches? i think my 2003 Toyota Sienna has about 6 inches? Like some pictures with a tape measure showing the height off the ground to the highest jack point as far back as the 6-8 inches range or more? It is rare to see that jack lowered in any picks as I think AC realizes it will scare low jack point purchasers away. If you cannot, I understand. Second point, the only reason I did not want the DK13HLQ is the weight rating of 2800-2900 pounds. On my Camry, about 4000, the front center lift should be about 2200? But my van is almost 6000 pounds, the front center jack point under the engine is probably 3200? A few reviewers on here spoke of it being hard to jack on a regular car in a few posts?? Hence wanting to see jack highest points off the floor for the DK20HLQ. I have not seen that in any reference yet. Thanks

 

[??????]

Went back to see what 6000 lb van you have. Unless it's something other than the 2003 Sienna mentioned in your earlier post, those only weigh about 4000 lbs and you're not going to be lifting the whole thing. A two-ton jack should do just fine.

I looked them up a few days ago, and I was positive my 2003 Sienna was 6 and my 2013 Camry was 4, but I relooked and you are right, van is about 4 and the Camry is like 3300 or so. I agree a 2 ton will work. I mentioned the 2 ton Sunex/Arcan low profile, high rise jack. the one I am skeptical about is the AC Hydraulics DK13HLQ, it has a weight of 2800-2900 pounds and a few posters said the struggled to pump up their car. So, I agree with you.

 

[??????]

I have both the DK20HLQ and the DK13HLQ.

• The 20 will lift the front of my 7800lb truck without issue.
• The 13 will slide under the nose of an s2000 to the central jacking point.
• If there is something better out there that will do both in one package, I have yet to find it.
• Keep in mind the weight ratings are metric. So, 2 Metric Tons = 4,400lb.

If I were to keep only 1, it would be the 20.

I would love the DK20HLQ, but I do not think it will slide under my 2013 Camry to the center jack point I use??

 

[bubinga]

l have a 01 Grand Prix. Me and the DK13HLQ struggle lifting the whole front of the car,
I mean it goes up to almost 30 inches, but l just wish it jacked easier. l didn't expect it to me hard to jack up the whole front end of my car
Yes, good ldea to go with the DK20HLQ. l would if l had to do it over.

 

[??????]

l have a 01 Grand Prix. Me and the DK13HLQ struggle lifting the whole front of the car,
I mean it goes up to almost 30 inches, but l just wish it jacked easier. l didn't expect it to me hard to jack up the whole front end of my car
Yes, good ldea to go with the DK20HLQ. l would if l had to do it over.

I just need some pics from someone that has a DK20HLQ to show me the height from the floor to the top of the saddle and then going down the length of the jack to see how fast it rises. If it worked for my Sienna, but not my Camry, I could drive the Camry up on 2 x 6's.

 

[MJK]

To the highest point on the arm, just above the pivot the 13 is ~6" and the 20 is ~9". That said, the pads are similar and quite low. For side jacking points, even the 20 is fine for lowered sports cars. Mind you, I mean performance low. Not stancey-pants or cool points low.

I will say that in my experience the two jacks lift every bit of their rating, and probably a bit more before the bypass kicks in. For vehicles under 4500 lbs or so, I'd have no trouble using the 13. It does take a little more handle force.

 

[M635_Guy]

Any guidance appreciated. I have been looking for a jack for months. Am willing to spend 6-800, if it lasts. I want low to get under basic ground trim as such on fancy Camrys and high enough for my 2003 Sienna and possibly a future Highlander. So the ones that go up around 19" max height are a no go. The ones that are 5" and over for the low are a no go. So 3-4 inches low, preferably 21 and above for the high. minimum 2 ton, prefer 3 or 3.5. There are always a few things that stop me from buying. Bad reviews with leaks and no lift stuff. I prefer not to have 2 pumps as the one seems to frequently get stuck. Then I settle on HW/SO jacks, then find out they are leaking all over the place, just assembled here. Go to Amazon and look at the issues with the 2 ton. Looked at Compaq, then I could not find a USA distributor anymore (reliable one at least?). If you know of one, please let me know. Then I was looking at AC Hydraulics. I really like the DK20HLQ, but there is 1 leaker out of a few reviews on Amazon, and a thread I believe in GJ that says there are leaks and issues with this model now. Then on Amazon, there is a leaker or 2 on the DK20Q. I would buy on from Pelican, but what can they do for me if it leaks? Throwing kits at a supposedly reliable lifetime jacks? And if all leak, should I just get the Arcan/Sunex 2 ton low rise high lift for around 220? Heck, I could get 3 to 4 for the price of the AC DK20HLQ. But if they leak or do not lower well, what have I gained? There is always the 2 pump Snap On copy for around 300, but a possible leaker. Dilemmas.

If you can spend the coin, you're going to be hard-pressed to do better than the AC jacks. They're low, they're very high-quality and rebuildable/serviceable.

I would say this though - when I was going around on this topic, I got a QuickJack, which doesn't really care about low unless you're high-end/exotic sportscar low, and is simpler (and I'd argue safer) than jacks and jack stands. My QJ lives with the Daytona SuperDuty and I do pretty well.

 

[bubinga]

I just need some pics from someone that has a DK20HLQ to show me the height from the floor to the top of the saddle and then going down the length of the jack to see how fast it rises. If it worked for my Sienna, but not my Camry, I could drive the Camry up on 2 x 6's.

MJK answered, but to be clear, l have the 13 only.

 

[smackey05]

Daytona DJ3000 3 Ton floor jack from Harbor Freight. Cost right around $200, excellent jack--highly recommended. This floor jack was the focus of a bitter lawsuit between Snap-on and Harbor Freight over copyright infringement.

https://www.harborfreight.com/3-Ton-Low-Profile-Super-Duty-Rapid-Pump-Floor-Jack-63183.html

This is the one I use and it's great.

 

[bubinga]

This is the one I use and it's great.

l'd like to have one. Closer to $300.00 now.

 

[Jazz1]

Daytona DJ3000 3 Ton floor jack from Harbor Freight. Cost right around $200, excellent jack--highly recommended. This floor jack was the focus of a bitter lawsuit between Snap-on and Harbor Freight over copyright infringement.

https://www.harborfreight.com/3-Ton-Low-Profile-Super-Duty-Rapid-Pump-Floor-Jack-63183.html

got the same jack for my birthday this year..its impressive .HF was pedalling them off for $49