11-12-2024, 10:49 AM | #23 |
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I also have an ARCAN, but I went for the 3ton Aluminum model. I gave up a little reach & height for 50 lbs less weight (those long-reach steel jacks are ~100 lbs.). I also needed to be able to carry & move mine around more easily.
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11-12-2024, 10:54 AM | #24 | |
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At BMW's recommended 595/600 yes (620/620 is stock), I could jack the car from the front center point, but just barely, so the first few pumps were shallow But now that I'm 587/594 I have to pull it onto some tiny ramps first. EDIT: For my F87 M2 Yes, my jack is quite heavy. Last edited by ///MPhatic; 11-12-2024 at 02:26 PM.. |
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11-12-2024, 12:28 PM | #26 | |
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For example, my Corvette has 4 jack points that are designed to accept a lifting puck. That allows it to clear the side skirts and get the car in the air. There's also a reinforced steel beam that runs down the car the jack points are located in. You put the jack on that beam after lifting it, then go to the other side. Center jacking is fine if your garage has a bunch of space in the front and back. My garage in NC was like that. But most garages you have more space to the sides, so center jacking doesn't make much sense. |
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11-12-2024, 12:38 PM | #27 |
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I guess this is what happens when you ask this question in the general forum. Will keep in back pocket in case I ever have to work on a Vette (like a normal person).
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11-12-2024, 01:49 PM | #28 | |
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My X5 is no different than the Corvette, nor was my Mini Cooper, our Rogue we had, etc. There's nothing magical about a BMW that you can only support it from one unique spot. |
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11-12-2024, 02:20 PM | #29 |
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I would not jack just anywhere on the quasi frame rail of a unibody car; only certain points are reinforced sufficiently for that load.
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11-12-2024, 03:49 PM | #31 | |
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I started with jacking my BRZ (which similarly has a front central point and jacking the rear from the diff). Before I lowered it the jack just fit for the front point. After I lowered it I had to use short ramps, so I got used to it and having to do the same on the 335i isn't a big deal. I also use the ramps to level the car for DIY alignment, so they serve double purpose. My next upgrade for lifting a car would either be a proper two post lift or a QuickJack (if I won't do that detached garage I've been dreaming of). Anything else would be a very marginal improvement. |
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11-12-2024, 11:12 PM | #32 |
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This looks like my model and it makes changing wheels a snap with the aluminum jack-pads I installed on the car.
https://www.autozone.com/engine-and-...ck/1399156_0_0
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11-13-2024, 08:14 AM | #33 |
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Looks like HF is the one, Id love aluminum but not seeing anything long reach and I really need those extra few inches (giggity) because my preferred jack stands are right at 20" and with the jack pads most jacks come up just short.
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11-13-2024, 11:10 PM | #35 |
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I like when people are asking how to jack their car up and put it on stands and all people can suggest are the lift-points, which are intended to be used with a lift, not stands. You can use stands on the lift points...but then you gotta figure out how to get your car up first and if those are the only lift points...you are kinda screwed. There may be other points that you "can" lift it from, but sometimes these damage the car, bend, etc.
And by "like", I mean they don't take time to consider "how" to get the car onto the jack stands.
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Sunex 2 ton low rider. had it for 3 years, no complaint so far other than the weight.
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11-15-2024, 12:29 AM | #38 |
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I have been very happy with the AC Hydraulic jack - model 13HLQ. It is rather expensive but built like a tank - made in Denmark, serviceable and has spare parts available for replacement if necessary. It has a very high lift and am able to reach the front jack point with it on my M2C.
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