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Anyone ever have to use their factory jack? Everytime I do they suck. Not a large footprint, barely go high enough, and all around sketch.

Is there something that is portable but just better? I’ve had to use the one on the Tahoe 3 times now and it scares me everytime. I bet the one for the gmc wouldn’t even reach the truck if I had to use it.

Is there a better option than the home use floor Jack?


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I used to have a small AC Delco branded jack that came in a plastic carrying case. It was nice for light work. The cylinder eventually lost a seal and it wouldn't hold pressure any more. Something like that would be good to keep in the back or a truck or SUV

I did see a couple options like that and may actually do it. I also might put a 4x4 in the gmc to help pick its factory jack up higher.

But a smaller one in a box maybe nice as well. Wonder what ton I need.


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They arent great, but they get the job done. Could always put the floor jack in there if you want.

I don't think I've ever used the factory jack 3 times total across all my cars. They're definitely designed to be as cheap and sketchy as possible but still get the job done. It really becomes a game of how much stuff do you want to cart around with you wherever you go. Carrying an aluminum floor jack sounds like a great idea until you listen to it rattling around in the cargo area all the time and then it just takes up space. I think the best bet is a smaller bottle jack you could maybe stuff into a compartment.

I would like a bottle jack with a better base, wider or some thing. Most if they arnt perfectly flat get just as sketch.


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DCIV wrote: ↑Sat Feb 22, 2025 9:57 pm I would like a bottle jack with a better base, wider or some thing. Most if they arnt perfectly flat get just as sketch.


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Weld a metal plate to the size of your liking. Just remember you need to store it.