Emergency Bottle Jack Tall Enough After Lift?

[alext72888]

for those of you who don't carry a new jack, did you have to modify your old one by putting some type of a riser platform under it so it can still work if you need to change a tire on the side of the road?

I'm not sure it will be tall enough to lift one wheel off the ground post lift. Just a thought.

 

[mtnbiker49]

Not sure, but a 4x4x4” block of wood will definitely solve any potential issues.

 

[nb rob]

You should try it before you need it. It rises up surprisingly high.
There are 3 tiers inside. It’s not a bottle jack like it appears to be.

For most applications at should work, but if you’re nudging a wheel at extension to stack some rocks, a small piece of 4x4 is a great thing to have on board

 

[2112 R]

It all depends on the lift and tire size.
+1 in agreement to try it before you need it, I was also shocked at how tall it would extend out from and I also carry extra wood blocks as a platform for the high lift at all times so those come in handy when only using the bottle.

A local 4runner owner who has a pretty high lift and 35" tires carries this daily as the bottle doesn't work for him.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003ULZGFU/

For under $40 it has a wider base, extends taller than the bottle and has an extension that attaches to the top for more lift height. I used it once when we were on the trail as it was way better than the standard bottle that comes stock.

 

[Ron4RNevada]

Carry 3 pieces of 4x4; 1 to lift the jack and 2 to block wheels.

 

[Heavy_GD]

I carry a tall (vs the short) 8 ton bottle, with the factory jack and a base plate.

The factory jack is pretty stout, as stated you should practice using it in the driveway.

 

[nb rob]

It all depends on the lift and tire size.
+1 in agreement to try it before you need it, I was also shocked at how tall it would extend out from and I also carry extra wood blocks as a platform for the high lift at all times so those come in handy when only using the bottle.

A local 4runner owner who has a pretty high lift and 35" tires carries this daily as the bottle doesn't work for him.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003ULZGFU/

For under $40 it has a wider base, extends taller than the bottle and has an extension that attaches to the top for more lift height. I used it once when we were on the trail as it was way better than the standard bottle that comes stock.

I use that one too. I find room to take it on every trip. It's a kickass jack.

 

[gloveflip]

After my lift and tires, I experimented with the bottle jack in my driveway and couldn't quite get the tire off the ground with the jack fully extended. It seemed close, but I could definitely use an extra 1". (I mean, who couldn't :naughty

So I picked up these jack pads to give me an extra 1-4" as needed. Cheap, light, easy to store.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000BUU5XQ/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

 

[cbielat]

Works just fine under the rear axle and lower control arms(carefully).

 

[mrblah]

It all depends on the lift and tire size.
+1 in agreement to try it before you need it, I was also shocked at how tall it would extend out from and I also carry extra wood blocks as a platform for the high lift at all times so those come in handy when only using the bottle.

A local 4runner owner who has a pretty high lift and 35" tires carries this daily as the bottle doesn't work for him.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003ULZGFU/

For under $40 it has a wider base, extends taller than the bottle and has an extension that attaches to the top for more lift height. I used it once when we were on the trail as it was way better than the standard bottle that comes stock.

best jack ever. I have a 2 ton one and the 6000 lb one. I find that I do have to use a small piece of scrap 2x4 sometimes to get enough lift in the rear due to my suspension/tires. I haven't used the 6000lb one yet.

 

[Dave 41079]

Works just fine under the rear axle and lower control arms(carefully).

This. Keeps the suspension compressed so the only difference in height is whatever your tire size is. Obviously this is more suited to changing a tire, I just use a hi-lift on the rock rails or front/rear shackle for anything else.

 

[alext72888]

So I took everyone's advice and simply got four scrap pieces of pressure treated wood to add up to 6 inches of lift to the jack. I also put four bolts through them so they stay loosely together. I plan on putting a thin rubberized material between the boards to make sure they don't slide around during operation. Note: the bolt heads are recessed. I'll have to keep these pieces of wood packed in the back somehow.

 

[jayhat]

I got one of these and a block of wood just in case.

https://www.amazon.com/Hi-Lift-Jack-ORB-Off-Road-Base/dp/B00042KJQ4/ref=sr_1_1?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1530298684&sr=1-1&keywords=hi+lift+jack+base

 

[flyrv9]

Yup - as mentioned above try it. In fact, try the whole operation of getting the spare down and changing a tire. Remember your driveway is probably a best case event. The side of the road will be more difficult and may be softer ground. It's safer to drive on a flat to a good flat spot.

Also finding the recessed notch to let the spare down with the jack rod takes a little practice and a flashlight helps along with a little practice. Its also been mentioned to hide your lug key to make theft more difficult.

My spare fits with the valve stem up - so I can't check the pressure without lowering it. No TPMS in the spare in newer 4Runners.

After practicing I decided to add a breaker bar and a 4 way lug wrench to make the job easier along with a ground cloth.

 

[EddieV4runnin]

opcorn:

 

[DesertCanyons]

I use that one too. I find room to take it on every trip. It's a kickass jack.

A local 4runner owner who has a pretty high lift and 35" tires carries this daily as the bottle doesn't work for him.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003ULZGFU/

It weighs 22 pounds and is quite bulky. Weight and space are at a premium when I go off-roading or camping.

I have one and it works great as a jack stand too, if you lift the jack past where you need it until the lever clicks and then lower it into the notch. Can't fail.

In addition to the OEM screw jack, I take a good bottle jack and several flat blocks of wood. I stack them like the bolted blocks above. I have a bunch of scraps from some big beams. I have a 12" piece of 2.5" x 12" piece of LVL lumber that's very efficient for it's weight and size. A wider base is more stable than a 4x4 (only 3 1/2" wide). Sometimes you need the jack to be short and low to get under the frame or LCA. A shorter jack is better for that.

Safety first. Make sure whatever you use is stable and won't rock and roll over. :guitar2:

 

[shrub1]

It all depends on the lift and tire size.
+1 in agreement to try it before you need it, I was also shocked at how tall it would extend out from and I also carry extra wood blocks as a platform for the high lift at all times so those come in handy when only using the bottle.

A local 4runner owner who has a pretty high lift and 35" tires carries this daily as the bottle doesn't work for him.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003ULZGFU/

For under $40 it has a wider base, extends taller than the bottle and has an extension that attaches to the top for more lift height. I used it once when we were on the trail as it was way better than the standard bottle that comes stock.

I have the same one.
As someone else posted..it goes on every trip with me.

For $40 bucks..it's a steal.