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

[Swoboda]

Jim, thank you for sharing so much good information on the assembly and the follow-up.

JSK, any updates on the 5000# lift? I would love to learn of any progress.

Thanks.

Lawrence

 

[norco1]

I'm hoping the 5000lbs unit will be longer. I have a VW Golf and to lift it on the OEM lift points I need about 55" between the blocks. I plan on buying one, this is much better than using jacks.

 

[TheMeatHead]

What kind of safety stress testing is done to this lift before releasing it to market? Are there any standards it has to pass before selling to the public? I'm also interested in the 5,000 pound version.

 

[felchi80]

What kind of safety stress testing is done to this lift before releasing it to market? Are there any standards it has to pass before selling to the public? I'm also interested in the 5,000 pound version.

I think they are supposed to pass 150% rated load.

 

[ML///]

I'm curious to see if others have received there's as well. I think a thorough review is in request from many users from this forum and others. I almost placed an order on Jan. 15th, but wanted to find out more about this system.

I was able to find this youtube video from Bendpak.

Note at 4:03 in the video you can see on the left side of the screen a very shiny floor near the front of the car (i could be wrong about it) - this could have been the same issue that an earlier member mentioned about the leakiness of the system.

Additionally would the larger 5000 come have an increased lifting height as well?

 

[tvu]

When I called Bendpak/Ranger last week, the lady didn't have too much information as to when it was going to be released.

So how do you go about pre-ordering these, and approximately how much are the 5000lb lift going for? I know the $3500 is around 1K. I would think there is some additional markup for the $5000 model.

Thanks

 

[tsherry]

When I called Bendpak/Ranger last week, the lady didn't have too much information as to when it was going to be released.

So how do you go about pre-ordering these, and approximately how much are the 5000lb lift going for? I know the $3500 is around 1K. I would think there is some additional markup for the $5000 model.

Thanks

I emailed them today; the answer was "March".

 

[wing]

As no information is coming from Bendpak/Ranger on an increased span for longer lift points, do any of you current owners think some sort modification or attachment could be made to lengthen the lifting points?

 

[jims09build]

I have been using mine to lift my Factory 5 Cobra and it works fine as is. I would NOT modify the lifts for longer lift points as I believe it would upset the geometry of the units. The BendPak guys spent a lot of time figuring this out. Just wait for the larger unit.

Jim

 

[Ray-CA]

I spoke with a retailer (http://www.gesusa.com) and they retail this lift at $995. Aditionally, the DC powered version is avialable but the AC powered unit is either not available or out of stock until March (not sure what he said, connection was bit bad.)

What prices are you finding for the 3500lb lift?

Thanks,

Ray

 

[jims09build]

I spoke with a retailer (http://www.gesusa.com) and they retail this lift at $995. Aditionally, the DC powered version is avialable but the AC powered unit is either not available or out of stock until March (not sure what he said, connection was bit bad.)

What prices are you finding for the 3500lb lift?

Thanks,

Ray

Ray,

I got mine from Automotive Service for $995.00 including shipping. It is a AC unit.

Jim

 

[Ray-CA]

I have started an "Are you interested..." thread on another Forum and so far have 25 people interested in buying one. Also, have spoken with the local distributor and have a "bulk" price which kicks in at 8+ units. Since I have triple that I asked is they could do a little better. They didn't say no and the salesman is checking "upstairs" to see if they can do a bit better.

The discount they've offered is really pretty good.

Ray

 

[ClimberD]

I too am dead set on the BL-5000 if the price is a reasonable +20to30% or so over the BL-3500.
Wish a BL-4000 existed since that would cover 95% of modern cars, as opposed to the BL-3500 which covers the lighter half. Most everything coming out today is hitting that 3500-3900lb window, including any V8 or V6TT sports car, give or take. I am not only in possession of 2-seater 4-cylinder cars. /rant.

Thank you for making these products!

 

[bikeguy57]

There is a group buy going on at Bimmertools. So far the price is 970.00 plus free shipping to your home. If more people sign up, the price will go down. Also, most dealers will charge 40.00 extra to ship to a private residence(truck freight). Contact [email protected]

 

[Mazdaspeed]

So it's February, is the BL-5000 around yet?

 

[Ray-CA]

So it's February, is the BL-5000 around yet?

From an acquaintance at BendPak:

"The 5000 is still essentially in prototype-phase. We are letting the public know it is coming, but it is still being designed."

Ray

 

[Biff Lungren]

I'd like them to take their time and get it right,

 

[jims09build]

Hopefully they'll send a Instruction Manual with it. My BL3500 did not come with any instructions at all.

 

[granracing]

Hey Jeff, can I speak with you about these? Tried sending you a PM but says it wasn't sent for some reason. Strange. Maybe since I'm new here?
Dave

 

[Mazdaspeed]

From an acquaintance at BendPak:

"The 5000 is still essentially in prototype-phase. We are letting the public know it is coming, but it is still being designed."

Ray

Cool, thanks...I'm looking forward to it.

 

[Mighty]

I'm looking for any new information. Those of you who have one already, how has it been in the last month or so?

Any new information on the 5000 lb version? Based on the prototype pictures earlier in the thread, it looks like the 5000lb version is about 8 or 10 inches longer than the BL-3500. Is it any thicker? The 3 inch minimum height of the BL-3500 is just about the highest I can go for one of my cars. Is the 5000 lb version expected to be any thicker?

I'm extremely interested in buying one of these lifts, but I wouldn't mind waiting for the 5000lb version if it retains the 3 inch minimum height and can lift a few inches higher.

 

[34pickemup]

I've been searching online about once a week and this is the first time I've come up with this, FWIW:

Seen here: http://www.workshopdepot.com/BL-5000-p/ranbl5000.htm

"After debuting the BL-3500 QuickJack, with it's 3,500-lb capacity, Ranger Products was inundated with requests for a QuickJack with a beefier lifting capacity. You asked for it....Ranger Products is making it happen. The QuickJack was developed specifically to address the shortcomings that have plagued the race circuit and DIY market for decades. Getting cars off the ground should not be such a chore. Wasting time getting cars in the air means less time wrenching, and at the track seconds separate winners from losers. With expected availability in late-Spring, the BL-5000 will do just that. Whether for the racetrack or the DIY home garage, the BL-5000 QuickJack will offer the same convenience with a 5,000-lb lifting capacity. Exact specifications have yet to be released. If you love the idea of the QuickJack, call us today and pre-order this one-of-a-kind answer to getting your car off the ground."

 

[lorne]

Jeff from Bendpak started a new thread this weekend with information about new versions/changes.

http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=239561

 

[TxT858]

So has anyone received their QuickJacks BL3500 yet? Care to do a review or better yet post a video on YouTube with it in action. Would like to see more of it other than the vendor's video.

 

[wing]

Need 55 inches not 5000 pounds.

 

[Eddie777]

I was very disappointed to realize the BL 5000 barely fit only one of my 3 cars.
I have an E46 BMW. One support was hanging off. No other place to mount!!!
My W203 (c230) Mercedes? All plastic panels. No where to lift. Supports too far apart. My Volvo S60? Not even close. Supports 10 inches off.
I'm thinking, "these are not big cars". What is this made for? Called support.
Absolutely no help. Suggested selling to someone local. What a problem solver!!!!! Said they had plans to make a larger one in the future. Don't hold your breath.
Anyway, went to a local welder and had them build me an adapter. Increased size from 50" to 65".
Works flawless. However, for my S60 Volvo, I had to offset adapter so it extended more to the back and flush with the lift in the front.
When I started to lift, the front wheels did not leave the floor. Due to the front wheel drive the car is much heavier in the front.
Cost was $200.00 for adapters. $7.00 for paint.
Very happy camper. In your face tech support!!!!!!

 

[PoorOwner]

I was very disappointed to realize the BL 5000 barely fit only one of my 3 cars.
I have an E46 BMW. One support was hanging off. No other place to mount!!!
My W203 (c230) Mercedes? All plastic panels. No where to lift. Supports too far apart. My Volvo S60? Not even close. Supports 10 inches off.
I'm thinking, "these are not big cars". What is this made for? Called support.
Absolutely no help. Suggested selling to someone local. What a problem solver!!!!! Said they had plans to make a larger one in the future. Don't hold your breath.
Anyway, went to a local welder and had them build me an adapter. Increased size from 50" to 65".
Works flawless. However, for my S60 Volvo, I had to offset adapter so it extended more to the back and flush with the lift in the front.
When I started to lift, the front wheels did not leave the floor. Due to the front wheel drive the car is much heavier in the front.
Cost was $200.00 for adapters. $7.00 for paint.
Very happy camper. In your face tech support!!!!!!

This was the reason I didn't buy this product, I measured my cars and it was no go, it wouldn't reach the support points meant to raise the car and the nicer cars like Volvo and Benz have plastic side skirt underneath.

 

[Eddie777]

Exactly. I would not have ordered either. I just assumed this product would have been better thought out. Looking at the picture of a new Camaro lifted, should work. Right? I was stuck. I am glad I came up with a solution. Actually, had the solution even before I called tech support. Just wanted to ask, "WHY?" All the youtube videos and the place I bought it made no mention that this was not a universal fit like most lifts. Just 5000 lbs.
Glad I found this site, great information for future purchases.

 

[94Racer]

I've had mine since Spring/Summer 2014 and LOVE IT!

First, keeping in mind that this thing is really designed for us track guys, it works GREAT on my track dedicated 94 Mustang, with sub-frames & jacking rails.

Brake pad change outs now only take mere minutes! I can change & bleed all 4 corners before I would have previously had the car jacked up on jack stands.

Used them at a 2 day Watkins Glen event in Sep 14 and gave numerous demos. Could have sold a dozen of them on the spot. I neglected to take any pictures/videos, but a lot of other people there did.

Needed to do a QUICK rear shock adjustment. Thought it would be quicker to just put a jack under the diff. After having the car almost slip off the jack, realized it really would have been quicker & SAFER to use the QuickJack. DOH!

The Mustang being a little front heavy, I have to apply a little one handed lift at the front bumper when bringing up the car, but nothing significant.

With the car so lowered, I can only use the large rubber pads by themselves. Cannot stack with the small rubber pads. Also, I have to remove the rubber pads before sliding the ramps under the car, as they (rubber pads) hit various underbody parts when I pull the car out, with the ramps still under the car.

 

[ThreePointedStar]

I just received my BL-5000 a couple days ago. I did the plumbing, pressurized the jack, and filled with ATF.
No go. The ATF doesn't pump through the lines. I removed the fittings into the output of the pump, hit the up button, and no fluid came out. Its almost as if no ATF is flowing through the system.
I will call Bendpak first thing AM Monday, but in the meantime, has anyone had any issues like this?

 

[tool_enthusiast]

Hello Eddie777. Regarding those 60" adapters you had custom made for the 50" QuickJack span, how strong is it when you have the front end flush with the QuickJack and the rear end hanging 10". Do you feel the adapter can bend on the rear end part due to not having any support?

I am thinking of getting one of these made for the QuickJack BL-5000SLX I bought. It's max span is 60" and I want something like 72" long, so it could overhang up to 12" on the rear end.

Any suggested improvements to the platform design now that you have been using it for a while and gained some experience with it?

Thanks!

 

[Eddie777]

Hello, Not at all. Amazingly strong. The steel doesn't flex at all. It is the same steel tubing diameter as the Quickjack. I put a 3600lb car on it no problem. Plus most of the weight is on the front. There is nothing I would change except for the placement of the 2 front guides that hold it in place. I would move them a few inches forward so as not to interfere with the support arms that swing down. In the up position they are slightly in the way so I have to move the adapter forward about 2 inches.
I then shrink wrapped some flat earth magnets on to the supports to hold them up when lowering.
Hope this helps. Don't hesitate for more questions.

 

[tool_enthusiast]

Hello, Not at all. Amazingly strong. The steel doesn't flex at all. It is the same steel tubing diameter as the Quickjack. I put a 3600lb car on it no problem. Plus most of the weight is on the front. There is nothing I would change except for the placement of the 2 front guides that hold it in place. I would move them a few inches forward so as not to interfere with the support arms that swing down. In the up position they are slightly in the way so I have to move the adapter forward about 2 inches.
I then shrink wrapped some flat earth magnets on to the supports to hold them up when lowering.
Hope this helps. Don't hesitate for more questions.

Thanks Eddie777. Great to know this solution has been working reliably. I will be meeting with a welder this weekend to try and make the same thing.

Do you have an estimate of how heavy one of your adapters are? One last question is if you happen to know the gauge steel used on yours. The QuickJacks say they use 14 gauge steel, so I assume you used something similar.

Also I am not sure what you mean by the flat earth magnets, if you can elaborate on that a bit.

Thanks!!

 

[livinlife]

Interesting product......

 

[Eddie777]

The adapters each weigh 27 lbs. 14 ga sounds about right. I left one of the Quickjacks with him to work with.
Regarding the magnets, I will post a picture. Nothing needed for the adapter or for the welder to be concerned with. Didn't mean to be confusing that they are related or needed.
Just a convenient way to keep the support arms up when lowering.

 

[tool_enthusiast]

The adapters each weigh 27 lbs. 14 ga sounds about right. I left one of the Quickjacks with him to work with.
Regarding the magnets, I will post a picture. Nothing needed for the adapter or for the welder to be concerned with. Didn't mean to be confusing that they are related or needed.
Just a convenient way to keep the support arms up when lowering.

Now I understand what you meant about the magnets; thanks for clarifying it. In the newer model QuickJacks, they have a cam that allows the support arms to not hook onto the two locking position notches when descending, so no need to hold the arms up while lowering.

I went to a steel/welding store today. I looked at 1-1/4" 14 gauge steel square tubing and from what I can see, it does not feel strong enough for the custom adapter. I believe 11 gauge steel is more suitable. Looking at one website, a 6 foot long tube of this size and gauge weighs about 11 lbs. Requiring two for one adapter would be 22 lbs not including two 1/8" thick flat steel plates for the ends which I assume might weigh around 5 lbs each at most. That would be about in the ballpark weight of yours (I'm spec'ing out 72"-73" which is another 6"-7" longer), so yours probably uses 11 gauge square 1-1/4" tubing.

When I asked the guy at the store how much he would charge for parts and labor, he quoted a whopping $350 per adapter! I wonder how you got yours done for way less. I can estimate the material cost to be around maybe $50-$75 per adapter, so I'm guessing he's overcharging for labor. I would think the design of this adapter looks basic to a welder.

I'll keep looking around for another shop or independent welder. Seems harder than I thought to have something seeming simple to make actually get made.

 

[Eddie777]

Wow, that is over priced.

Just to give you an idea on what to look for, here is the guy that made mine.
Looked like he specialized in BBQ grills. They were all over.
http://www.reliableweldingandsteelsupply.com/

I did see other designs that just extended the QuickJack with an add on.
The only downside was that they modified the Quickjack itself voiding any warranty.

I wish I could help with the gauge, however no open ends to measure.

 

[tool_enthusiast]

Wow, that is over priced.

Just to give you an idea on what to look for, here is the guy that made mine.
Looked like he specialized in BBQ grills. They were all over.
http://www.reliableweldingandsteelsupply.com/

I did see other designs that just extended the QuickJack with an add on.
The only downside was that they modified the Quickjack itself voiding any warranty.

I wish I could help with the gauge, however no open ends to measure.

Yeah, knowing the gauge of the 1-1/4" (1.25") square steel tubing of yours would help a lot, but I do see that your adapters have the diamond plate bent and welded over the tube openings so you cannot measure it. Is it possible at least to get the thickness of the diamond plate? I assume 1/8" (.125") thick steel plate would be good enough; the lighter the better.

I drew up my own design on paper which will be 72" long and the steel plates would be 12" x 7.5" on one end and 14" x 7.5" on the other. The frame will be made using the 1.25" square tubing. I'll post a pic once I get my plan digitalized.

I believe when you weld a 1/8" steel plate on the tubing, it will increase the strength of the tubing even more. The platforms on the QuickJack appear to be using 1/8" thick plates, so is probably enough to use. My total weight calculations for this adapter should be about 31 lbs.

Do you also mind taking a picture of the bottom of your adapter? I want to see if your welder made a frame first before welding the diamond plating.

Thanks a lot!

 

[Eddie777]

No frame, just plate.

 

[stelthy77]

I have seen on other forums that people are using a 72 inch 2x6. I am not recommending it, but it seems to work for them. BMW m5's and Honda Odysseys, not maxing out a 7000 load.

I was just looking and can't find any definitive answer on face loading a 2x6 like this. The weight of the car is only a few inches on either side from the quickjack, the board doesn't look like it is bending in pictures.