Well, after 15 years of service, I think its time to replace this one. Couldn't get it to go all the way up to the last safety stop this morning. I'm aware there are a few threads on this, but I want to make sure I'm choosing the right one.

Also aware that I could refurb my existing one, but for under $50, I'm not going to f*ck with it.

I've narrowed it down to 2, which one is best? Or is there one that's better than either of these two? I think an important factor is the ability to drill the hole in the right place.

This:

Or this (doesn't look like enough space to drill the mounting hole?)
TIA!

 

another consideration. when i replaced the bottle jack on my j&s, i used one that i bought locally from harbor freight. come to find out that even though there was plenty of room to drill a hole in the base plate, but there was a shortage of height. the harbor freight jack was just a tad too tall which prevented the jack from being able to lower completely. my bike being a rgs with the 12'' shocks, it kept it from being able to slide in under the frame.

 

Interesting, well, we'll see I guess, I ordered the Sunex one.

 

Why does no one just rebuild the old jack? Cheap and easy. SMH.

 

I just redid mine. 😁

 

Got instructions, parts list and/or video? I'm always willing to learn.

The jack will no longer raise up to the last safety stop. Is this all I need to do?

 

I replaced mine a few years ago with this bottle jack, no drilling involved. Bolted right on and has worked flawlessly for 4 years.

 

link?

 

If the only issue is it's not lifting as high as it used to just add some hydraulic fluid.

 

Good suggestion will try that