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I see harbor freight has one for $89. Looks flimsy at wheels. Anyone use it? Also, what can't you do with a jack? Looks like you can't get to drain plugs? Idk, just asking......
I have the same one. Got it with a coupon for $69 if I remember right. It does do the job ok but I agree it is impossible to do oil changes using it. Unable to get a pan under with the jack in the way and it drains all over the jack anyway. I haven't had any issues with it. Wheels are okay....so far!
I have the same one. Got it with a coupon for $69 if I remember right. It does do the job ok but I agree it is impossible to do oil changes using it. Unable to get a pan under with the jack in the way and it drains all over the jack anyway. I haven't had any issues with it. Wheels are okay....so far!
i use a cut down plastic gallon jug then just pour the used oil into my container.
i use a cut down plastic gallon jug then just pour the used oil into my container.
Yeah...I should channel my McGuyver skills and rig up something...i know it can be done. I've been using wood under the jiffy stand to get bike upright and sliding the pan underneath.
For oil changes, I have a Wheel Dock front tire stand I use. Run the bike in that and use a foam pad I got from work. We did overhaul work for various airlines and they sent parts back in cardboard boxes with 1" thick foam for protection. Lay on the floor and drain and refill. Pour the oil back into the oil bottles and take to AutoZone for recycling. I find it's "too much work" to drag the jack out for a 15 minute job.
But then that's just me. Now I've been having thoughts about a bike table... but storage will be an issue.
oh well....
I have one. Been using it for a couple of years now. It does make it a little hard to change the engine oil. Just have to find the right size container to catch the oil. I put the bike on it in the winter to keep the tires off the ground. For the price, it does a good job.
Yeah...I should channel my McGuyver skills and rig up something...i know it can be done. I've been using wood under the jiffy stand to get bike upright and sliding the pan underneath.
Why not just roll the jack under the bike, so that the right pad is as far forward under the bike, so that it won't hit the front fender and the left pad is under the frame. Then pump the jack so that the left pad contacts the frame and allows the bike to sit level, off the jiffy stand. Then stick some wood between the jack rails and the lifting pad as backup since the jack isn't high enough to be locked on a safety. It's now easy to access the fluid drain plugs.
Why not just roll the jack under the bike, so that the right pad is as far forward under the bike, so that it won't hit the front fender and the left pad is under the frame. Then pump the jack so that the left pad contacts the frame and allows the bike to sit level, off the jiffy stand. Then stick some wood between the jack rails and the lifting pad as backup since the jack isn't high enough to be locked on a safety. It's now easy to access the fluid drain plugs.
Well DAMN! That's a awesome idea! I def will try that next time! Thanks!
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