Tools For DIY

Bought this heavy duty carrier.

 

I have all the construction tools I could need being that I do hardwood floors as a second job, but my mechanics tools are pretty limited. Pretty much just have a full socket set and other hand tools. What kind of floor jacks do you all have? I'm in the market for one.

Here is a picture of the latest dewalt additions while they were still shiny and new

 

Nice collection. I have 2 3-ton floor jacks. I have this Powerzone and I bought another one from Costco for under $100.00

 

I have heard a lot of good things about some of the HF specials. I have been considering going that route but not sure how I feel about that Haha. Is 3 ton enough or should I go with a 4 ton?

 

Here is the one from Costco.

 

3-ton has no problem lifting my truck. It wouldn't hurt to have a 4-ton, I guess.

 

I'm considering this one. Would probably be fine for how often I would use it.

 

Good deal

 

I bought a 3 ton Pittsburgh jack from Harbor Frieght and really like it!

 

I also have this jack and stand two-in-one but have not tried it on the Tundra yet. It's also rated for 3-tons

 

On sale for $19.98 @ https://mobiledistributorsupply.com...ail&utm_term=0_0b15f457e1-583cac3ec6-85485413

 

That looks like something I could use!

 

Ok first of all now that my garage feels woefully inadequate...BA I am however skeptical these will be your last purchases for tools!

 

Would you believe last purchase for 2018?

 

If anyone is looking for some vise grip c clamps:
This has been floating around $50 for a while.

$75 IRWIN Clamp Set,Purple

https://www.amazon.com/Irwin-Industrial-Tools-Vise-Grip-Locking/dp/B00004SBCI

 

Great deal! I need those

 

I went ahead and order this T shirt. It comes with 5 FREE c clamps. What a deal?

 

This is cool. I've never used one but I imagined it would be great for doing mod. on the skid plate.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B073VK3B7S/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=A11GINK95FPNDJ&psc=1

 

Love this thread.

What jack stands you guys using for lifted trucks applications?

 

Got this to keep in the truck.

Delivered Sunday
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Track package

Hi-Spec 67 Piece Auto Mechanics Tool Kit including Professional 3/8" Quick Release Ratchet Handle with 72 Teeth, Most Reached for Metric Sockets, Home and Garage Hand Tools Set in Durable Storage Case
Sold by: Hi-Spec Products, Inc.
Return eligible through Apr 18, 2018
$28.99

 

I got these stands.

OTC 1736A 6-Ton Capacity Ratcheting Jack Stand - Pair

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007QV0XFS/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1


https://youtu.be/DX-TygXgSp8

https://youtu.be/08UWNPYFfyE

 

Bought this tool to work on an alternator swap on a 2005 Accord.

 

Does it have give for lifted trucks and bigger tires or are they already maxed out on your stock truck?

 

I'm not sure what you are asking. When I tested the stands on my truck the stand only went up about 3 notches for the tires to clear the ground. The maximum height for the stand is about 24"


The picture above shows the stands at about 5" high as shown in picture below.


Here is at the maximum height.


Here is a picture of the OTC and a 3-ton stands next to the truck as a reference. The OTC can go up higher and it has a much wider stance which is great for lifting lifted trucks. I hope that helps.

 

That does help! Thanks!

Just picked up the 2 ton jack from HF. It goes pretty low for lowered cars and pretty high for lifted trucks! Perfect jack.

 

Oh and I never shared my new creeper.

 

That’s nice.