Blackhawk S4

[469 runner]

I got this awesome jack today. It does need a little TLC, but for being over 50 years old I think is in good shape. It does need a new link for the release valve and one wheel has a chip.

 

[469 runner]

A couple more. Any idea where I might source these repair parts? Hiball?

 

[scott37300]

Nice jack!!!

I'm in the middle of rebuilding my Blackhawk 2ton jack. It's amazing how much nicer these old heavy duty jacks are than the el cheapo's i've used up until now.

Good luck on fixing it up, if I'm not mistaking that linkage is a pretty hard part to find, pretty sure there is a guy or two on this forum with a blackhawk with missing linkage. A few really good guys on here that really know their jacks.

 

[CRTDI]

A couple more. Any idea where I might source these repair parts? Hiball?

Yep, give Hiball a shot, might try sending him a PM.

There is also a member here that is parting out an older model S-4.

http://garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=144151&highlight=blackhawk

You could also try here:

http://blackhawkparts.com/

Or here:

http://maps.google.com/maps/place?r...ydraulic+jack+service&cid=8156765111541405001

That's a nice looking jack. I hope you're able to get it going again.

 

[930dreamer]

Very nice, I need to find an old Blackhawk jack.

 

[HubbaBubba]

Very nice. Where did you find it?

 

[469 runner]

Thanks CRTDI for the links and the PM. I found this jack on the local craigslist. An old garage selling off their equipment. I'm sure this jack saw plenty of heavy use as I saw a lot of truck parts laying around when I was there. No leaks, but will probably get a seal kit anyway and some paint.

 

[back2class]

I think a common 1/4" drive universal adapter can be welded up in place of the link you re missing.

 

[469 runner]

As promised I've restored this jack to its former glory. Compare the "before" pictures with these "after". I thought you all might enjoy seeing these to inspire the saving of these great vintage tools. I was able to get a new link kit from a local jack supply place, and new casters too, though pricey still well under 200 dollars to fix this bad boy up. Enjoy.

 

[469 runner]

Two more.

 

[CRTDI]

Looking good.....nice work on your jack

 

[JeremyManning]

Awesome restoration, this is the next item I'll be looking for the shop now that my vise vice has been satisfied.

 

[bspearson]

If I was near Cochranville, PA I would be bidding on this one.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/BLACKHAWK-G...ols&hash=item4ab7167fa9&vxp=mtr#ht_500wt_1379

 

[johnnybentwrench]

Nice Jack. good job cleaning it up