Anybody using Quickjacks?

[XfireZ51]

I saw these a few months ago and a friend has them for his Z06. Would love a set since my garage won't accept a lift. Anybody using this? What unit? And hey Bob DeMarco, here's something for a group buy thing.


https://www.quickjack.com

[thirstyzr1]

I think these were on display in Carlisle this year....or something very similiar. Seemed like a slick set up. Lift car, engage locks and remove hydrolic lines for easy moving around.
They had a C7 sitting on it.

[tf95ZR1]

I trust/like Kwik-Lift

http://www.kwik-lift.com/

US made

[QB93Z]

I looked at the Quickjack and talked to the sales person.

Thoughts:

The Quick seems to be well made. I did not get to operate the hydraulic pump assembly.

Each side unit is "portable", but not light weight. It requires getting down on the floor to manually position the jack and the spacer blocks, twice and then connecting the hydraulic hose to each unit separately.

After raising the car, it would be easy to access all 4 tires at the same time.

The jack occupies the entire side (both) under the car. To work under the transmission for example you would have to crawl in from the front or the back.

With the car on the Quick Lifts, I am not sure where you would position jack stands. The Quick Lift is "covering" the entire frame rail on both sides. I would never go under a car only supported by a jack.

Jim

[XfireZ51]

https://youtu.be/2ea-5ifRRYI

[diamond zr1]

I bought a set at Carlisle/they were on sale there/although I have 2 4 post lifts these are handy for working on suspension /wheels/brakes etc/well built/2 separate lock positions/I bought the 5000 lb units and recommend them/sold by bend pack,probably imported/

[Ahomans]

I bought the BL-5000SLX a few months ago and have only used it a few times but it works well and I am satisfied with it. It is easier and quicker to get a car up and down than using a jack and jack stands and it provides enough clearance to easily get under the car on a creeper. I keep it on the garage floor with both sections close together so i can park a car over it. When i use it I pull the hoses out straight, drive the car into position without driving over the hoses, then pull the quickjack into position, connect the hoses to the power unit, and push the button. Takes only a few seconds to lift and mechanical latches lock it in position.

[Tripler]

Just got ours Monday and I can tell you right now this thing is amazing ...

Mike


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zSu8DqIYGi0

[XfireZ51]

Been wanting this for a while now.

[Tripler]

As you can hear in the vid I was pretty stressed out using it the first time but my fear quickly vanished after that first lift and I removed all 4 wheels easily . These things are not light but basically have the same weight as a 2 1/2 ton car jack I have . Also with the car higher it makes it easy to work on . It will raise the car 22 inches off the ground .
If you cant afford a full lift or want something portable then this is the perfect way to work on any car .
Also our driveway is very uneven and it took a bit of figuring out to find a good spot to place them and the car . I would use these on grass if I had to but not on an asphalt driveway on a hot summer day unless you were to put a strip of 3/4 inch plywood underneath the lift sections to reduce the chance of leaving indents in your driveway .
Otherwise just an amazing bit of engineering and very simple to assemble and the hose quick connects are excellent and loose almost 0% trans fluid when disconnecting them for storage .

Mike

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[thirstyzr1]

Mike,

Shipped up from the US or did you find a Canadian distributer?
Car looks great!
Jeff

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[Tripler]

Mike,

Shipped up from the US or did you find a Canadian distributer?
Car looks great!
Jeff

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Canadian Distributor in Vancouver

http://www.quickjacklift.ca/

[Tripler]

OMG I can't believe I still get goose bumps everytime I start the Z. Now with the lift I can really get goosed up working on it . I was beyond thrilled removing the wheels , inspecting all the bits and re installing the wheels . With the lift it is so easy to do . Going for a drive to day then re torque the wheel nuts .
Now with Steel rims I know for sure the torque is 100ft lbs but I had aluminium rims on my Honda and I had to torque those at 80ft lbs. Are the Z rims Aluminium ? or steel ? Ours are chromed also ...
For now I have been torquing to 90 ft lbs .

;) ;) ;)

[Tripler]

Was just told Manual says 100ft lbs torque for wheel nuts on the Z ...

;) ;) ;)

[Tripler]

I looked at the Quickjack and talked to the sales person.

Thoughts:

The Quick seems to be well made. I did not get to operate the hydraulic pump assembly.

Each side unit is "portable", but not light weight. It requires getting down on the floor to manually position the jack and the spacer blocks, twice and then connecting the hydraulic hose to each unit separately.

After raising the car, it would be easy to access all 4 tires at the same time.

The jack occupies the entire side (both) under the car. To work under the transmission for example you would have to crawl in from the front or the back.

With the car on the Quick Lifts, I am not sure where you would position jack stands. The Quick Lift is "covering" the entire frame rail on both sides. I would never go under a car only supported by a jack.

Jim

I just did this as a secondary emergency support just in case ... I am extremely nervous being around cars on jacks or lifts .
http://i979.photobucket.com/albums/ae272/Triplerocket/20170412_122331_zpsvpxoindc.jpg (http://s979.photobucket.com/user/Triplerocket/media/20170412_122331_zpsvpxoindc.jpg.html)

[George45]

That would scare crap out of me having a safety jack set like that.

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[GOLDCYLON]

I just did this as a secondary emergency support just in case ... I am extremely nervous being around cars on jacks or lifts .
http://i979.photobucket.com/albums/ae272/Triplerocket/20170412_122331_zpsvpxoindc.jpg (http://s979.photobucket.com/user/Triplerocket/media/20170412_122331_zpsvpxoindc.jpg.html)

I agree with this step I was hoping the system had an integrated locking safety lift pin. I guess not so this is what I would have done as well. GC

[George45]

What i should have said is that the additional jack should be squarly resting on the two lower lift rails and there should be weight bearing on that stand as well. So if by chance the main frame were to be defective in its locking it would not fall before engaging the safety jack. :)

[George45]

All that said, i am not completely sure which of the two jacks like this i would prefer to purchase. Short of taking out part of my ceiling in the garage and redoing a few rafters to gain the height needed for a 4 post lift, i am looking at the jack alternatives. On one the car rests on the four tires the other on the frame, with the suspension hanging loose. The four poster and modified rafters would give me another parking space. The hard part is that these floor jacks cost as much as the four posters. Building a larger garage is not in the cards but another ZR1 is. Did i just solve my dilemma?

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[Tripler]

It has its own very secure locking system ... It can hold 17,000 pounds but is only rated for 5000 lbs . I only put the jack stand as a precaution . There is no need for the jack stand . It is extremely stable and secure without the jack stand . The jack stand is not holding anything . It is just placed there . There is no weight on the jack stand . Have I made myself clear here ?

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[Tripler]

That would scare crap out of me having a safety jack set like that.

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Explain your reasoning ? Why is it unsafe ? The lift is holding the car not the car jack . The car jack is not even touching the upper frame . It is only there for an emergency . It is in no way being used as a support of the vehicles weight . All it would do is give a person a few more seconds to get out from under the lift should it fail which it will not because of its design and locking mechanism . I only placed the car jack there as a second measure . Personally I have no reason to go under this car or any car . This was my first time using this system . With any new product it never hurts to go the extra step to keep your self and your unique vehicle safe . If you had this lift you would see how well it is built and how well the locking mechanism works .

[Roadster]

It has its own very secure locking system ... It can hold 17,000 pounds but is only rated for 5000 lbs . I only put the jack stand as a precaution . There is no need for the jack stand . It is extremely stable and secure without the jack stand . The jack stand is not holding anything . It is just placed there . There is no weight on the jack stand . Have I made myself clear here ?

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I also watched the video, IMO it has a very secure locking mechanism. After the jack reaches its height, it then lowers automatically just a fraction so the locking "tab" locks into place. I think it would be extremely difficult for it to fail. And if anyone is concerned when under the vehicle, you could always add jackstands if you like to the front and or rear to feel even more secure.
This would work well in my garage....it is a neat video!!!

[George45]

Having been a heavy eq. mechanic for mang years and working in other fields for many years, also related to mechanics, there is a requirement to use redundant safety measures. For an example when working on a piece of equipment that is elevated, or a piece of it is elevated. When a secondary safety is put into place it should bare weight. An example is a bucket of a front end loader. Newer equipment has a devise that prevents the bucket from lowering at full speed should a hydraulic line break, but you are still required to place a stand under the bucket to prevent it from lowering unexpectantly. Like wise with the lift in your picture. If the lifts locking mechanism should not fully engage and suddenly allow the lift to fall, it would probably just knock the jackstand out of the way. I would recomend for safety and piece on mind, that the stand be placed between the two lower frame rails with a block sitting on top and the two upper rails resting on it. It would also make the scisor lift far more stable.
I have seen the aftermath of too many failures and accidents resulting from the type of locks used and not employing a redundancy feature.

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[Tripler]

Good responses guys but believe me . Were I have the stand , it would not be knocked away . If you saw the Quick Jack unit you would understand . Again like I stated before , I have no intention of going under the car for any reason . It was just for a second safety measure . I almost lost both legs changing a flat tire many years ago and that put the fear of cars lifts and car jacks in me but you could safely crawl under this lift but I never will . If you were to go under the car then yes , many supports would be placed under the frame and other strategic places . Otherwise it is an amazing product that I plan to use for a long time . For simple wheel maintenance and even working on the LT5 top end it is great for your lower back not aching . I have to repair the window stop on the right door so the car will be on the lift again to save my lower back . It is incredibly stable and does not move when you push on it once your car is raised .
Anyway be safe guys oh and just so you know . More people die from car jacks than with this lift unit from quick jack .


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[diamond zr1]

I have and use a 5000 lb quickjack/I also have 4 by 4 timbers bolted together in a rectangular maner,that go under all wheels/tires/in addition to the quickjack/in high school I lost a friend who tried working under a car with only a bumper jack,never forget it only takes one accident to kill you

[GOLDCYLON]

I also watched the video, IMO it has a very secure locking mechanism. After the jack reaches its height, it then lowers automatically just a fraction so the locking "tab" locks into place. I think it would be extremely difficult for it to fail. And if anyone is concerned when under the vehicle, you could always add jackstands if you like to the front and or rear to feel even more secure.
This would work well in my garage....it is a neat video!!!

Tom. I sid not see that locking tab that would put my lock pin idea as intergrated.

[Roadster]

Tom. I sid not see that locking tab that would put my lock pin idea as intergrated.

May have used the wrong terminology GC, in some of the other videos they referred to them as safety latches. It appears that once the "cam" another word they used locks into place it would be difficult for it to reverse itself without getting the system ready to lower. But I agree that some form of a locking pin would be an additional form of security for sure.

Usually when I get under the C3's depending on where I am under the vehicle, I also have floor jack(s) under other frame members just in case. Of course that is in addition to jackstands already in place.

[Tripler]

I have to agree also . Perhaps if they put an extra set of locking legs at the angled end of the lift . Then the lift would have that secondary safety stop and you would not need jack stands or any other bracing for safety sake .
Of course these lifts are used on grass/asphalt and cement bases so not sure how a secondary stop would work on grass or soft ground .
But I can tell you again that it is very very handy and easy to assemble and use tho there a bit heavy to manouver around .
Using it again today to switch out the snow tires on my Elantrash ...
;) ;) ;)

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[Tripler]

I have and use a 5000 lb quickjack/I also have 4 by 4 timbers bolted together in a rectangular maner,that go under all wheels/tires/in addition to the quickjack/in high school I lost a friend who tried working under a car with only a bumper jack,never forget it only takes one accident to kill you
Very sorry for the loss of your friend but that sounded very dangerous indeed .
If possible could you post a pic of what you built as your secondary safety support please .
Thank you

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[Tripler]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1CS1lyqL61g

[GOLDCYLON]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1CS1lyqL61g

Makes you want to get under there and mod something !

[Tripler]

Everything opens and closes easily with the car on the lift

http://i979.photobucket.com/albums/ae272/Triplerocket/20170417_111318_HDR_zps1xb7skqe.jpg (http://s979.photobucket.com/user/Triplerocket/media/20170417_111318_HDR_zps1xb7skqe.jpg.html)

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[Tripler]

Makes you want to get under there and mod something !


LOL ... Not me ... Oil change maybe and u-joint upgrade but that's all that will be done to this car . I can see a modder without access to a full lift using this lift for sure ...
;) ;) ;)

[Tripler]

http://i979.photobucket.com/albums/ae272/Triplerocket/20170417_111422_HDR_zpsogcuwhid.jpg (http://s979.photobucket.com/user/Triplerocket/media/20170417_111422_HDR_zpsogcuwhid.jpg.html)

[BigJohn]

Works good on green cars!

[Mystic ZR-1]

FWIW: I wouldn't crawl under there.
If my Bride could hear the screaming, I don't
think she could lift the car by herself...
I'll stick with jackstands.

[BigJohn]

FWIW: I wouldn't crawl under there.
If my Bride could hear the screaming, I don't
think she could lift the car by herself...
I'll stick with jackstands.

Well your car is red not green!

:dontknow:

[Roadster]

It should work good on Black cars too!!!
Look at all that room under there, I would just position some jack stands for added security. You can get a lot done with all of that space....

[George45]

You should not need these for red ZR1s. They never need to be worked on.

[BigJohn]

www.gregsmithequipment.com

[Tripler]

http://i979.photobucket.com/albums/ae272/Triplerocket/20170424_161828_zpssmhmxnr2.jpg (http://s979.photobucket.com/user/Triplerocket/media/20170424_161828_zpssmhmxnr2.jpg.html)

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[Tripler]

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[George45]

:)

[Tripler]

Having used the lift quite a few times over the last week or so I have to say that I am completely confident to get under the car to do an oil change when I need to do it end of the summer . This lift is so stable the car will not move when you push hard on it .

;) ;) ;)

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[225Kzr]

Is the Quickjack compatible with the V2V frame stiffeners? I'm doing Quiklift and have for awhile, but like the ease of hanging 4 wheels for brake/tire/shock work.

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[Tripler]

Is the Quickjack compatible with the V2V frame stiffeners? I'm doing Quiklift and have for awhile, but like the ease of hanging 4 wheels for brake/tire/shock work.

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I have never seen the frame stiffener setup but if you still jack your car up the same way as before the stiffener install then I see no problem . The quick jack lifts the car similar to a full car lift system but only 30" off the ground .


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[Tripler]

Used it yesterday also while replacing a broken window stop . Just awesome to not have to crawl on the ground .

http://i979.photobucket.com/albums/ae272/Triplerocket/20170424_131714_zpsjqiqaxu9.jpg (http://s979.photobucket.com/user/Triplerocket/media/20170424_131714_zpsjqiqaxu9.jpg.html)

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Three things come to mind as I look at this.

CAUTION!

First, the name of the product is quick JACK and it is after all a jack; so the same precautions should apply if you should RISK getting beneath the car while on this or any jack, i.e. DO NOT DO IT if only supported by a jack.

Second, the jack-stands might be better placed inboard of the quick jack on the rails ( normal spot for stands ), and adjusted higher.

Lastly, be careful that the long rails of the quickjack are not contacting your floor. In the picture they seem awfully close if not on the floor. I see crushed/cracked floors all of the time from inadvertent lifting .

Not trying to be a PITA....
Just would like to see you at many more Carlisle events!!!
:cheers:
Marty

[Tripler]

Three things come to mind as I look at this.

CAUTION!

First, the name of the product is quick JACK and it is after all a jack; so the same precautions should apply if you should RISK getting beneath the car while on this or any jack, i.e. DO NOT DO IT if only supported by a jack.

Second, the jack-stands might be better placed inboard of the quick jack on the rails ( normal spot for stands ), and adjusted higher.

Lastly, be careful that the long rails of the quickjack are not contacting your floor. In the picture they seem awfully close if not on the floor. I see crushed/cracked floors all of the time from inadvertent lifting .

Not trying to be a PITA....
Just would like to see you at many more Carlisle events!!!
:cheers:
Marty

Thanks Marty for your observations . The car is sitting on 4" thick rubber blocks that you cannot see in the pictures so there is no harm or marking to the frame or the Fiberglas body . First vid shows the blocks .The instructions specifically say to not lift a vehicle without the rubber blocks. Its one of the reasons I got the lift . No metal supports on the car frame . If you notice also I use hockey pucks on my jack stands . I am that anal about taking care of this car . The rubbers are placed basically where you would jack the car normally . Yes . Completely agree . More shoring up would come into play when I have to go under the car . Going to buy 4 more jack stands and place them strategically in proper locations . Again I cannot stress enough how stable and secure this unit is and no I do not work for or have any affiliation with Quick Jack . Just another very impressed customer . Wish I had had this 30 years ago at the track . We put those jack stands you see in the pictures underneath the IROC Z Camaro I was racing and those stands were on grass , hence the 3/4" plywood under the stands ... Amazingly the Camaro was stable on those stands but a Quick Jack would have been such a safer way to go for my mechanics . Luckily I don't remember any of the guys having to crawl under the car . A Camaro is a lot heavier than a Corvette as we all called them tanks back in the day lol and they were ...


Keep the comments coming ...

[ssrszz4]

My 1970 ssrs Camaro weighs 3250 lbs that's with a wipple supercharger on it.

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[Tripler]

I also see your guys points of having the jack stands with load on them but that is a bit difficult to do because of the very secure way the lift supports the car . There are only 2 positions that the lift will lock itself into place . I guess I could make some wedges out of more hockey pucks . Another issue is that they do not recommend using the unit with out having a car on it so adjustments would have to be made under load only . Also looking at the support bar I trust that locking mechanism more than I would a jackstand . From what I have observed the bracket transfers support to both sides of the lifts framing so that it is one support , it is actually holding both sides at once . I can only guess what the sheer on those bolts would be but it must be 20,000 lbs or way way more because of the test I have seen them do on YouTube .

[Tripler]

My 1970 ssrs Camaro weighs 3250 lbs that's with a wipple supercharger on it.

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Campared to a C4 this thing was a tank no matter it weighed a bit less than our ZR-1's . Trust me . I raced both ...
http://www.automobile-catalog.com/make/chevrolet_usa/camaro_3gen/camaro_3gen_coupe_iroc/1986.html

[Tripler]

My 1970 ssrs Camaro weighs 3250 lbs that's with a wipple supercharger on it.

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Wow . That would be a fun Camaro to drive indeed ...

[George45]

I really leaning towards one of these lifts. For those of you owning one, are the bolts used at the pivot points ones with machined shoulders or are the pivots resting on the threads of the bolts? Thanks.
That green car in tbe pictures seems like it needs a lot of work. Maybe if i drove my red one , it would as well.

[Riviera]

Hi George: The Green Car in the pictures other than a broken window stop needs no work. The Mechanics who changed the rear tires for us said it was one of the most beautiful and cleanest Vettes they had ever seen .

[George45]

Its a beauty, that is for sure. I believe that color combination will be my next purchase. Thumbs up.

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[Tripler]

Here you can see were the rubber blocks that support the frame have left there mark . No damage to the car or the jack . Proper placement is important and it gives a few spots on the jack frame itself to give you that choice such as locating the rubber block so as not to interfere or damage brake lines on the drivers side .

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[Tripler]

Quick Jack weight test from the manufacturer

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ea-5ifRRYI&t=1s

[Tripler]

And you can use it to wash your car

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WmCAfK9OsaI

[Tripler]

I'm really leaning towards one of these lifts. For those of you owning one, are the bolts used at the pivot points ones with machined shoulders or are the pivots resting on the threads of the bolts? Thanks.
That green car in the pictures seems like it needs a lot of work. Maybe if i drove my red one , it would as well.

I'll take some closer pics next time I use it so you can see the bolts and pivot points ...

;)

[Roadster]

I can see the Quickjacks in my future......saving now!!!

[32valvesftw]

How high is the oil pan with these at full height. It looks like the car ends up a few inches lower than with Kwiklift, but Kwiklift will take up more room, and I am not sure my lowered vette will make up the ramp without scraping on the KL. I do think the KL seems more sturdy, but I have read that jacking the kL up from that u shaped member at the rear can be scary, and that the same member can roll down and hit you in the head after the car is raised and inplace, if you don't put a set screw in the sleeve. Is there any truth to these statements Kwiklift users?

[Ahomans]

How high is the oil pan with these at full height. It looks like the car ends up a few inches lower than with Kwiklift, but Kwiklift will take up more room, and I am not sure my lowered vette will make up the ramp without scraping on the KL. I do think the KL seems more sturdy, but I have read that jacking the kL up from that u shaped member at the rear can be scary, and that the same member can roll down and hit you in the head after the car is raised and inplace, if you don't put a set screw in the sleeve. Is there any truth to these statements Kwiklift users?

To work underneath the ZR-1 or change the oil I use the large rubber blocks that come with the QuickJack and a hockey puck on each block. That raises the car enough to put a Home Depot 5 gallon bucket under the oil pan. If I need to get the car a little higher, I raise it up, then lower it with some 2x10 wood blocks under the wheels, add a piece of hard plywood to the lift points, and raise it again.

[-=Jeff=-]

I have bumped my head on the jack tube due to me not the lift, but it never twisted down on its own to hit me.

My vette is lowered as well with the M1 prowler front air dam and I never had it scrape on my kwiklift. I have had my KL for 12 years and the only challenge is pulling the wheels off. I have two bridges and the front is easier to get on stands on the bridge. Although I see they now have a unijack with a bottle jack and jack stand all in one. That might work well for the rear on my kwiklift.


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[A26B]

How high is the oil pan with these at full height. It looks like the car ends up a few inches lower than with Kwiklift, but Kwiklift will take up more room, and I am not sure my lowered vette will make up the ramp without scraping on the KL. I do think the KL seems more sturdy, but I have read that jacking the kL up from that u shaped member at the rear can be scary, and that the same member can roll down and hit you in the head after the car is raised and inplace, if you don't put a set screw in the sleeve. Is there any truth to these statements Kwiklift users?

I had a KwikLift before I bought a 4 post lift. KwikLift does take up storage space but you can remove the front supports & lay the runners & ramps flat on the floor. That allowed me to park my ZR-1 on the ramps when not in use. Not a big item to make ready for use. I "think" (it's been awhile) I made some wooden starter ramps that reduced the ramp angles.

It was never scary jacking up the KL from that U-member & don't recall any issues with it.

A KL benefit that I'm not seeing with the QJ, is that you can jack up the car while on the KL with a low profile floor jack & blocks for safety stands, on the KL. The KL always has the suspension unloaded whereas the KL always has suspension loaded. This raises the question in my mind..... how can you load the suspension on a QJ without upsetting the balance.

All said & done, there are advantages & disadvantages for each type of lift, just as there is for 4 post vs 2 post lifts.

Caveat: I have never used a QJ.

[Roadster]

Getting closer to ordering the Quickjacks. Birthday just passed, Fathers Day is approaching....lol and just asking and receiving "donations" to help with the purchase. Having looked at both systems and reading all of the posts, along with watching Mike's video, Quickjacks will work for me.
I like the idea that it can be stored under the vehicle and be mobile if necessary. And that you have mobility under the vehicle if needed. All I would need to do is decide on what power unit to select. Since I have multiple outlets in the garage and also a dedicated outlet specifically for the garage itself, I would imagine the 110-volt AC unit would be the way to go...

[GOLDCYLON]

Might be a good deal for Texas members


https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums/c7-parts-for-sale-wanted/3994730-quickjack-5000-a.html

[Tripler]

Getting closer to ordering the Quickjacks. Birthday just passed, Fathers Day is approaching....lol and just asking and receiving "donations" to help with the purchase. Having looked at both systems and reading all of the posts, along with watching Mike's video, Quickjacks will work for me.
I like the idea that it can be stored under the vehicle and be mobile if necessary. And that you have mobility under the vehicle if needed. All I would need to do is decide on what power unit to select. Since I have multiple outlets in the garage and also a dedicated outlet specifically for the garage itself, I would imagine the 110-volt AC unit would be the way to go...

Hey Tom . We went with the 110 volt . The battery option would suit well if your at the track and don't have a generator .
One issue I have had with the lift is if you do not use it for a bit , the hoses get an air or over pressurized trans oil lock in this case . What will happen is the quick connects will not release because of to much internal pressure. So I called the Quick Jack people which I got threw to quickly and they suggested I just loosen the threaded connections and bleed a bit of transmission oil out . Bingo . That did it, but have a few rags around to let it drip on and for clean up . They also said you will not have to top up the oil level in the hoses . The lift works fine again once I bled the lines . Only one end of the hose connection will need to be opened .
It 's a really great product and works as advertised . I was also able to mod my jack stands to support the lift should it decide to move which I am sure it will not having used it quite a few times now and seeing how stable and solid it feels when the car is raised . Put your everyday car up on the lift first to do your test lifts and try to move it by giving it a shove . It will be very solid and stable . Always use the rubber blocks that they send with the lift or you will damage your car and the lift .
Read the instructions from start to finish . Very important info of the do's and don'ts . And yes you can turn the lift and lift your car sideways if needed . Perfect lift if you do not have the height or space in your garage for a full lift .
Mike

[-=Jeff=-]

The Quickjacks on my Kwiklift would be great.. LOL

I don't have room for a full lift, but the quick jacks would work well on the rails of my kwik lift I would think.. would make working on the brakes much easier.. takes me over an hour to the get the car on stands while on the kwik lift

EDIT QuickJack would be a replacement though, looking at the cost, I would be better off selling my Kwik-lift for these or just staying with my current set-up

[ssrszz4]

For 2599.00 you can get a quilty 2 post 10k lift I really think that's the way to go.

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[XfireZ51]

The Quickjacks on my Kwiklift would be great.. LOL

I don't have room for a full lift, but the quick jacks would work well on the rails of my kwik lift I would think.. would make working on the brakes much easier.. takes me over an hour to the get the car on stands while on the kwik lift

EDIT QuickJack would be a replacement though, looking at the cost, I would be better off selling my Kwik-lift for these or just staying with my current set-up

I would absolutely go for the quickjacks over the kwiklift.

[Tripler]

He has no room for a full lift or do I , hence the use of a quickjack. The garage roof is low ...
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[Tripler]

I could actually use the quickjacks in the garage if needed but workin outside has been fine .

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[BigJohn]

Working outside sounds like an interesting winter project.

[Tripler]

Haha . I am a Cannuck ! We live for the frosty cold air ,ice and snow of the north .. Not bothering me . You would be surprised how often we get amazingly nice sunny weather here in the winter . I have ridden my motorbikes a few times during winter also if no salt is down .
;)

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[BigJohn]

Yeah I have to work outside every winter!

[XfireZ51]

He has no room for a full lift or do I , hence the use of a quickjack. The garage roof is low ...
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Same here.

[tf95ZR1]

N M

[Roadster]

Hey Tom . We went with the 110 volt . The battery option would suit well if your at the track and don't have a generator .
One issue I have had with the lift is if you do not use it for a bit , the hoses get an air or over pressurized trans oil lock in this case . What will happen is the quick connects will not release because of to much internal pressure. So I called the Quick Jack people which I got threw to quickly and they suggested I just loosen the threaded connections and bleed a bit of transmission oil out . Bingo . That did it, but have a few rags around to let it drip on and for clean up . They also said you will not have to top up the oil level in the hoses . The lift works fine again once I bled the lines . Only one end of the hose connection will need to be opened .
It 's a really great product and works as advertised . I was also able to mod my jack stands to support the lift should it decide to move which I am sure it will not having used it quite a few times now and seeing how stable and solid it feels when the car is raised . Put your everyday car up on the lift first to do your test lifts and try to move it by giving it a shove . It will be very solid and stable . Always use the rubber blocks that they send with the lift or you will damage your car and the lift .
Read the instructions from start to finish . Very important info of the do's and don'ts . And yes you can turn the lift and lift your car sideways if needed . Perfect lift if you do not have the height or space in your garage for a full lift .
Mike

Hello Mike, thanks for the info.....getting closer to a purchase......I will also go with the 110v as you mentioned, as I'm not tracking the car, so no need for the battery option......
And you are getting a lot of use out of yours which is great, making it a real pleasure to do all kinds of work on your vehicles......

Missed you both at Carlisle this year, say hello for me......:)

[Tripler]

Hey Tom . Could not make Carlisle this year .
Well I do my own oil / winter tire changes on my Susuki Areo and my Elnatrash and of course work on the Z . I use it for a number of different reasons. Working on the Z such as repairing the window stop or even for cleaning . Much easier on the back . You will find your back thanking you each time you raise the car .
;)

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[Roadster]

Hello Mike....almost 2 years since posting in this thread.....
I finally ordered the Quickjacks on Sunday night....as they went on Sale @Home Depot once again.....plus I have the option of 18 months 0% interest if I choose to pay it that way on my Home Depot card....that offer was good to the end on April on purchases above $299.
Just received my email that 3 boxes shipped directly from BendPak in CA....so I'm also hoping to get the unit with the latest revisions that I've been reading about....total weight of shipment is 212 lbs. for 3 boxes....scheduled delivery is this Friday....
Will be a huge help for me...not only with the ZR-1....but with the rest of the vehicles to....now to find a spot in the garage to store them....or I might just put them together in the one bay and drive over them....then slide them out to the side when needed....:-D
Hope everything is well on your end....:)

[XfireZ51]

Never knew HD had QJs. I bought 5000lb units a year ago and love using them.

[Roadster]

Never knew HD had QJs. I bought 5000lb units a year ago and love using them.

I didn't either.....but when I saw Costco had them for sale.....I also checked out Home Depot and was surprised to find out they sold them....in fact they sell various lifts just like other vendors....guess they figured they would get in on the action....and why not....everyone else does....of course not a product that they stock....but I imagine a lot of the other vendors may not stock them either..:)

[XfireZ51]

Would have liked to use my 0% HD card.

[HAWAIIZR-1]

I’ve been enjoying QJ for about 1 1/2 years and totally love it. One of my best investments ever. No issues, no leaks, no hydro lock, etc. It has worked flawlessly for me.

I saw that two years ago someone asked about using it with Vette2Vette no flex frame brace, but no answer. I have the V2V no flex as some others on here do so I thought I should provide some input.

It works perfectly and the pick up points are at the helm joint bracket to frame. The rubber blocks that come with it are perfect to lift.

9395

For those that are stock, they sell the pinch weld blocks, but I have not tried them since V2V no flex bar blocks it.

9396




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[XfireZ51]

Craig,

I was a bit reluctant to use the hein joints, but I guess I shouldn’t be.
When u do this, do you have the hose connections pointed towards the front or rear of the car. My tires make it a bit tough to squeeze the jacks between them because of their size.

[HAWAIIZR-1]

Craig,



I was a bit reluctant to use the hein joints, but I guess I shouldn’t be.

When u do this, do you have the hose connections pointed towards the front or rear of the car. My tires make it a bit tough to squeeze the jacks between them because of their size.



Hello Dom,

The rubber pads seem to lift the brackets and not the helm joints. The brackets are solid and appear to be an extension of the frame.

My motor is in the front and hoses do point to the front of the car. I understand what you mean and there is only 1/2” or less between QJ frame and front of rear tire.

If you find better pick up point to use with V2V no flex bar please let me know.


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[XfireZ51]

Hello Dom,

The rubber pads seem to lift the brackets and not the helm joints. The brackets are solid appear to be an extension of the frame.

My motor is in be front and hoses point to the front of the car. I understand what you mean and there is only 1/2” or less between QJ frame and front of rear tire.

If you find better pick up point to use with V2V no flex bar please let me know.


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Craig, I’ve turned the ramps around w hoses pointing towards the back, altho still not a great solution. There are a couple of other points a bit closer to the center. The box section w the eBrake cable in back for instance and in front were the chassis turns inward around the wheel openings. I used those points for floor jacks w good luck.

[HAWAIIZR-1]

Craig, I’ve turned the ramps around w hoses pointing towards the back, altho still not a great solution. There are a couple of other points a bit closer to the center. The box section w the eBrake cable in back for instance and in front were the chassis turns inward around the wheel openings. I used those points for floor jacks w good luck.


Thanks Dom! I’ll check it out this weekend and see if I want to try some other lift points and the QJ turned around.



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[32valvesftw]

I'm glad you guys are enjoying your quickjacks.
Mine have been a bunch of hassle. The first few uses they did not lift or lower evenly, several times one side got stuck in the elevated position. I called quickjack tech support at least 4 times. Bled the system numerous times. I did not have leaks. After the last call they sent me new cylinders, which I installed and they seem to work better. BUT neither of the new ones will hold air, so they have to be pumped up every time before use. Yes I used teflon tape and checked for leaks and made sure the schrader valves were tight and properly installed. I did get a pretty big piece of welding slag out of one the air cylinders though.
When I did the half shafts on my Z I just used jack stands as I did not want to risk getting the Vette stuck in the elevated position or tilted at angle. I still have not put the Vette up on them. Personally I should have gone with the Kwiklift system, if for no other reason than its made in America. I do not have space for a proper lift.

[HAWAIIZR-1]

I'm glad you guys are enjoying your quickjacks.

Mine have been a bunch of hassle. The first few uses they did not lift or lower evenly, several times one side got stuck in the elevated position. I called quickjack tech support at least 4 times. Bled the system numerous times. I did not have leaks. After the last call they sent me new cylinders, which I installed and they seem to work better. BUT neither of the new ones will hold air, so they have to be pumped up every time before use. Yes I used teflon tape and checked for leaks and made sure the schrader valves were tight and properly installed. I did get a pretty big piece of welding slag out of one the air cylinders though.

When I did the half shafts on my Z I just used jack stands as I did not want to risk getting the Vette stuck in the elevated position or tilted at angle. I still have not put the Vette up on them. Personally I should have gone with the Kwiklift system, if for no other reason than its made in America. I do not have space for a proper lift.


Sorry to hear this and I hope you can get it resolved. It is an awesome lift/jack and I’ve been using it a lot. I never had an issue from day one. Hopefully you will get to enjoy it and resolve the issue




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[32valvZ]

Kwik Lift FTW!!

[Tripler]

Hello Mike....almost 2 years since posting in this thread.....
I finally ordered the Quickjacks on Sunday night....as they went on Sale @Home Depot once again.....plus I have the option of 18 months 0% interest if I choose to pay it that way on my Home Depot card....that offer was good to the end on April on purchases above $299.
Just received my email that 3 boxes shipped directly from BendPak in CA....so I'm also hoping to get the unit with the latest revisions that I've been reading about....total weight of shipment is 212 lbs. for 3 boxes....scheduled delivery is this Friday....
Will be a huge help for me...not only with the ZR-1....but with the rest of the vehicles to....now to find a spot in the garage to store them....or I might just put them together in the one bay and drive over them....then slide them out to the side when needed....:-D
Hope everything is well on your end....:)


That's great Tom ! I will be using ours again shortly now that the snows have melted and we are almost having double digit temps on a daily basis . The only issues I have had with mine is after they sit for a bit , I loose a bit of air pressure from the cylinders so I top them back up to the recommended pressure . My unit comes with an auto bleed on the compressor but it does not seem to function that well . I usually get a line lock and will be unable to connect the quick connects as there internal pressure is to high . So I usually have to bleed off a bit of automatic transmission fluid from the hose connections to get them to connect . Make sure the cylinder pressures are equal or the lift will not lift evenly also .

The instruction book also states not to raise the lift unless it has a load on top of it so I used the winter car a few times on the lift for test runs before I stink the precious cars on it .

Oh and one more thing . Do not try to carry those lifts like the guy in the picture on the box lol .

For storage I got some bicycle L support brackets and doubled them up and they hang on the wall at hip level for easy carry from the wall to the driveway . I will take a pic today and post it later . Again , only carry one at a time lol unless you have super human strength you have not told anyone about .

Mike

[Roadster]

Hello Mike.....no super human strength.....lol...I won't even be able to lift them off the wall like you do.....either going to store them under the Z....or on my wife's side of the garage under her Suv.....or another location...lol
They arrived this AM...I haven't unboxed them yet....most likely later....
I may have questions along the way with the setup....so hope you don't mind me asking....if I do!!!
Thanks.....[emoji16]9404

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[XfireZ51]

Sorry to hear this and I hope you can get it resolved. It is an awesome lift/jack and I’ve been using it a lot. I never had an issue from day one. Hopefully you will get to enjoy it and resolve the issue




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Same here. And mine were used but once I did the setup, they continue to work just fine.

[HAWAIIZR-1]

Hello Mike.....no super human strength.....lol...I won't even be able to lift them off the wall like you do.....either going to store them under the Z....or on my wife's side of the garage under her Suv.....or another location...lol
They arrived this AM...I haven't unboxed them yet....most likely later....
I may have questions along the way with the setup....so hope you don't mind me asking....if I do!!!
Thanks.....[emoji16]9404

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Congrats Tom!!! You’ll love it!! Take your time and follow the instructions carefully for assembly. Use the trans oil as directed. Yeah, they are heavy and I just park over them. They sell some nice hangers now, but my garage is a bit tight to be man handling them. It is easier to just use the tool they provide to hook the QJ and pull out. I have RaceDeck floors so they slide easily without getting scraped up. Ask away if you have questions. If you’re like me you’ll wonder why you waited sooooo long!



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[Roadster]

Congrats Tom!!! You’ll love it!! Take your time and follow the instructions carefully for assembly. Use the trans oil as directed. Yeah, they are heavy and I just park over them. They sell some nice hangers now, but my garage is a bit tight to be man handling them. It is easier to just use the tool they provide to hook the QJ and pull out. I have RaceDeck floors so they slide easily without getting scraped up. Ask away if you have questions. If you’re like me you’ll wonder why you waited sooooo long!



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Thanks Craig....the manual is thick....lol....have to get the trans fluid....and also thinking about ordering the pinch-weld blocks.....and from what I understand you can stack 2 blocks on each corner to gain additional height...just going to take my time....going to look at the videos again and read the manual.....I'm already wondering why I didn't do this earlier....lol:)

[HAWAIIZR-1]

Thanks Craig....the manual is thick....lol....have to get the trans fluid....and also thinking about ordering the pinch-weld blocks.....and from what I understand you can stack 2 blocks on each corner to gain additional height...just going to take my time....going to look at the videos again and read the manual.....I'm already wondering why I didn't do this earlier....lol:)


You’re welcome Tom! It’s a great system and you’ll love it. Yes, you can stack blocks if there is room. I can’t because of lowered car and pick up points on V2V no flex bracket. I can’t even get the thicker rubber blocks I have under there. It’s all good since it lifts the car way high enough for me on the first setting for most work. I will use the high setting/lock when I do the headers and need more room. Best wishes and enjoy!!!!



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[bhedberg]

The point many are missing is that when the device is on the "locks" it is no longer acting as a jack but is acting no differently than a jack stand, albeit a single one holding up an entire half the car. Four post lifts have locks as well. Nobody seems to have trouble working under those. A single jack stand has a "lock." Sometimes it is a horizontal bolt, another style is the one where the shaft has a saw-tooth mechanism. It seems these "lo-jacks" are just as safe as anything else when the weight is born by the locks. Of course the locks are designed and constructed to not fail within the specified load limits. They are, aren't they?

[HAWAIIZR-1]

The point many are missing is that when the device is on the "locks" it is no longer acting as a jack but is acting no differently than a jack stand, albeit a single one holding up an entire half the car. Four post lifts have locks as well. Nobody seems to have trouble working under those. A single jack stand has a "lock." Sometimes it is a horizontal bolt, another style is the one where the shaft has a saw-tooth mechanism. It seems these "lo-jacks" are just as safe as anything else when the weight is born by the locks. Of course the locks are designed and constructed to not fail within the specified load limits. They are, aren't they?



For me I’m not missing any point about what the QJ is and does. Everyone has different needs and space requirements. The QJ is perfect for me and I researched for a while as well and waited for them to get the bugs out of it. It is way safer than jack stands and much easier to use. Different strokes for different folks is all. There has not been any accidents I could find and there are videos of tests way above the weight capacities stated. No debate intended, I just happen to love this system.


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[Mystic ZR-1]

With Quick Jacks, how do you get under the middle of the car?
Never seen them in person but it looks like
you have to slide in from the front or back?

[HAWAIIZR-1]

With Quick Jacks, how do you get under the middle of the car?

Never seen them in person but it looks like

you have to slide in from the front or back?


Yes, slide in from front or back only. I don’t have the space to lift the car from the side anymore and with the QJ motorcycle adapter it is awesome for service on the Harley too!!



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[XfireZ51]

The point many are missing is that when the device is on the "locks" it is no longer acting as a jack but is acting no differently than a jack stand, albeit a single one holding up an entire half the car. Four post lifts have locks as well. Nobody seems to have trouble working under those. A single jack stand has a "lock." Sometimes it is a horizontal bolt, another style is the one where the shaft has a saw-tooth mechanism. It seems these "lo-jacks" are just as safe as anything else when the weight is born by the locks. Of course the locks are designed and constructed to not fail within the specified load limits. They are, aren't they?

U can find u tube vids illustrating how the 5k lb QJs held over 12000# without flinching. And yes the locks actually make sure the stands don’t move but don’t forget u also have the hydraulic pressure itself which raised the car in the first place and that pressure is static unless released.

[Tripler]

The point many are missing is that when the device is on the "locks" it is no longer acting as a jack but is acting no differently than a jack stand, albeit a single one holding up an entire half the car. Four post lifts have locks as well. Nobody seems to have trouble working under those. A single jack stand has a "lock." Sometimes it is a horizontal bolt, another style is the one where the shaft has a saw-tooth mechanism. It seems these "lo-jacks" are just as safe as anything else when the weight is born by the locks. Of course the locks are designed and constructed to not fail within the specified load limits. They are, aren't they?



Yes they are and if you go on youtube you can watch them overload it up to 25,000 lbs if I remember correctly and it did not fail



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[Tripler]

Here are how I have mine mounted on the wall .
I kick myself for not putting cardboard under the entire lift as you can see how the bottoms have scratched from sliding them under vehicles on the cement driveway . https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190502/d839d428c949451e2a50ae9102a4e228.jpg
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[Tripler]

Here are how I have mine mounted on the wall .
I kick myself for not putting cardboard under the entire lift as you can see how the bottoms have scratched from sliding them under vehicles on the cement driveway . https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190502/d839d428c949451e2a50ae9102a4e228.jpg
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[Mystic ZR-1]

What’s your cat’s name?
😀

[Tripler]

What’s your cat’s name?
😀
lol . Good eye . Timmy . I use the litter bottle to catch the oil from The Z .

[Mystic ZR-1]

Kitty litter makes good ‘speedy dry’ when
you spill oil on the floor!
Timmy probably won’t want to use it after
you do this....