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Need a new bottle jack

Posted: Mon Jul 21, 2014 7:02 pm
by Jack Russell Racing
My original jack needs to be refurb'd, and I'm a bit pressed for time. Has anyone used a US Jack bottle, like this?

http://www.goestores.com/storename/usja ... 97362.aspx

Leaving price out the equation.... any comments on quality, height, durability?

Re: Need a new bottle jack

Posted: Mon Jul 21, 2014 7:39 pm
by undysworld
It doesn't seem to have the same rounded base on it as the original. That seems like a big concern, considering how the axles swing.

Re: Need a new bottle jack

Posted: Mon Jul 21, 2014 8:06 pm
by krick3tt
A base could be fabricated along with the top to hold the curved section of the axle. With a little welding a reasonable substitute could be fashioned.
I am sure it could suffice in an emergency situation if the piece is used for the base that is in the bottom of the tool box. Hopefully you have that.

Re: Need a new bottle jack

Posted: Tue Jul 22, 2014 12:39 am
by Andre
I think this may be a closer match if your looking for something in a hurry.

http://www.grainger.com/product/WESTWAR ... =P2IDP2PCP

Re: Need a new bottle jack

Posted: Wed Jul 23, 2014 10:01 am
by ccalingaert
The bottle jack at Grainger is Chinese, so of unknown (and probably suspect) quality. Since a bottle jack is most often used away from home when a floor jack and jack stands aren't available, it's not worth risking an injury.

Re: Need a new bottle jack

Posted: Wed Jul 23, 2014 4:07 pm
by Jack Russell Racing
I ended up with this saddle:

http://bmihydraulics.com/index.php?page ... &Itemid=23

and a jack from BMI too:

http://bmihydraulics.com/index.php?page ... &Itemid=23


(I realize the bottle is not made in the USA, but trust the supplier that it'll suffice for my short term needs)

Re: Need a new bottle jack

Posted: Wed Jul 23, 2014 9:32 pm
by undysworld
It's even blue. 8)