Which Harbor Freight Floor Jack?
#1
Which Harbor Freight Floor Jack?
As most of us know, the front center jack point isn't easy to get to. Does anyone have the model number of a Harbor Freight Floor jack that can reach it easily?
I've tried with a HF blue racing jack, and it can do it, but not easily. It requires going at an angle from the side, and trying to get it past a jack stand on the way out. So that's out.
This thread mentions a "2.5 ton steel low profile jack from HF", but that isn't sold any longer.
There is a 3 ton, which could likely be the same one, with slightly upgraded internals.
Recommendations/confirmation is appreciated.
Thanks!
P.S. - This is a 2009 Sport.
I've tried with a HF blue racing jack, and it can do it, but not easily. It requires going at an angle from the side, and trying to get it past a jack stand on the way out. So that's out.
This thread mentions a "2.5 ton steel low profile jack from HF", but that isn't sold any longer.
There is a 3 ton, which could likely be the same one, with slightly upgraded internals.
Recommendations/confirmation is appreciated.
Thanks!
P.S. - This is a 2009 Sport.
Last edited by hyperfit; 08-29-2015 at 11:11 PM.
#2
I use this one sucessfully with my '12 base model. It barely slides under from the front, and requires many, many short strokes to lift the front end, but it gets the job done. Note that this is not the "low profile" version; from the dimensions given on the web site, I don't think the low profile actually helps any, since for the Fit it's necessary to get the entire mechanism under the car, not just the lever arm part. The overall height of the back part of the base of the two variants appears to be identical for all intents and purposes.
One good option is to drive up on some boards or ramps to get a bit of extra clearance for the jack mechanism.
One good option is to drive up on some boards or ramps to get a bit of extra clearance for the jack mechanism.
#3
I use this one sucessfully with my '12 base model. It barely slides under from the front, and requires many, many short strokes to lift the front end, but it gets the job done. Note that this is not the "low profile" version; from the dimensions given on the web site, I don't think the low profile actually helps any, since for the Fit it's necessary to get the entire mechanism under the car, not just the lever arm part. The overall height of the back part of the base of the two variants appears to be identical for all intents and purposes.
One good option is to drive up on some boards or ramps to get a bit of extra clearance for the jack mechanism.
One good option is to drive up on some boards or ramps to get a bit of extra clearance for the jack mechanism.
#4
I purchased this jack:
1.5 Ton Compact Aluminum Racing Floor Jack with Rapid Pump®
Carton #: 5352753
Item #: 60569
It has ample underbody clearance, but I have to reach it from the side of the car. The handle is in the wheel well to pump it. There is no room to pump it any other way that I could find.
I purchased these jack stands:
3 Ton Steel Jack Stands
Carton #: 5352753
Item #: 61196
The profile of the posts fits the side jack points very well.
I'm happy to have a working lift system!
1.5 Ton Compact Aluminum Racing Floor Jack with Rapid Pump®
Carton #: 5352753
Item #: 60569
It has ample underbody clearance, but I have to reach it from the side of the car. The handle is in the wheel well to pump it. There is no room to pump it any other way that I could find.
I purchased these jack stands:
3 Ton Steel Jack Stands
Carton #: 5352753
Item #: 61196
The profile of the posts fits the side jack points very well.
I'm happy to have a working lift system!
#5
Amazon.com: Powerbuilt 620479E Xtra Low Profile Floor Jack with Safety Bar - 2 Ton Load Capacity: Automotive
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how about this one anybody got this?
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