Can i use my regular jack in place of my scissors jack. I know where to place the the scissors jack on my car. However, it's broke. I have a regular jack. Can i use it instead even though it won't grab the metal tight? SHould i make a puck like piece and etch a line in for the thin metal?
2007-12-01 07:57:15 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
The trouble is, the place where you need to put the jack usually has a ridge in the metal, which the original jack engages, but with a regular jack it just gets in the way. If you try to lift with a jack that won't engage the ridge it might slip out!
They sell "generic" scissors jacks at most of the car parts stores; they aren't much money and usually have one or more groves already there to engage the metal ridge that keeps it from slipping out. Also, most cars are too low to get a regular bottle jack (hydraulic jack) under it, unless you dig a hole to put the jack in. If you have a jack from another car, it might fit, just make certian it is strong enough.
2007-12-01 08:45:25 · answer #1 · answered by Flying Dragon 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can use a regular jack....just make sure the saddle of it is centered under where it contacts the car or suspension. If you're jacking it at the pinchweld where a scissors jack would grip, make sure the pinchweld is centered on the saddle...the weight of the car will keep it from slipping. A thin block of wood may help grip the saddle and the pinchweld. Usually, it's best to jack at a suspension or axle point, if possible. Take all precautions like putting jack stands under the car to keep it from falling off the jack...set the emergency brake and chock the wheels too.
2007-12-01 09:51:19 · answer #2 · answered by paul h 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Scissor jack may be more stable, but, a bottle jack support more weight, depending on the rated tons. I use a floor/trolley jack when at home and scissor jack for on the road. I do keep a small 1 1/2 ton bottle jack if I need additional support. Most times I use bottle jacks to help my friends level a Mobile Home or House. This 20 ton jacks.
2016-05-27 03:28:04 · answer #3 · answered by lara 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No way, that is dangerous..Go to your local junkyard and get a jack from a wrecked car same as yours for next to nothing....
2007-12-01 13:39:28 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should use the jack that fits your car, otherwise you'll end up really hurt (or dead) if the jack slips.......
2007-12-01 08:15:57 · answer #5 · answered by MIGHTY MINNIE 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋