Bottle jack adapters for axle tubes, flat plates, etc

[hifi_hokie]

I'm putting together a kit for some off roading/light overlanding later this year, and I'm looking to buy a surplus US Jack from Ebay. The problem is, the only available source of pre-made axle tube adapters I can find (Safejack.com) don't seem to fit these US-made jacks, just their Chinese 3-tons.

Does anyone else have a source for adapters that they've used to convert 6 or 8-ton bottles to a U-shaped adapter? I do have friends who weld, not sure if I trust them with my life though

 

[theoldwizard1]

If you are "off roading" you need a Hi-Lift Jack.

 

[hifi_hokie]

If you are "off roading" you need a Hi-Lift Jack.

True, and the bumpers I'll be putting on have reinforced brackets made for Hi-Lifts, but sometimes just getting something under the axle is so much easier...

 

[fourjeepin]

6-8 ton jack? What are you driving? While having every tool option available is great, while away from the garage, I find it better to be more of a minimalist. The weight of our tools really adds up. And if by chance you turn this heavy vehicle over, all of your tools and gear needs to be secured so as not to become missiles.

 

[Karl_B]

I use a 2x4 and lift on shock or leaf spring mounts if possible. I've never looked for adapters.

 

[454ragtop]

Better off fabricating exactly what you want, to fit your exact jack. Welding should be fairly easy, comfortable work on a welding bench.

 

[NKlamerus]

You will regret the Hi-Lift if something happens to your suspension. I would get both IMO. A bottle jack AND the Hi-Lift with the larger base plate, and come-along attatchment.

 

[ex-x-fire]

I heard that a jack from a Toyota p/u is desirable to off-roaders. Not sure what years/models to look for though.

 

[owenst7]

http://www.swagoffroad.com/Bottle-Jack-Axle-Cradle_p_66.html

I'm confident they will change the diameter cutout for the ram if you call them up. They are really good people.

Pirate4x4 or ih8mud would be a better place to take off-road advice from than here.