Alternative to Using Scissor Jacks to Lift a Truck to Change a Tire
Updated 04/21/2017 | Published 04/20/2017
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Question:
Would I be able to change a flat tire on a pick up truck with this jack?
asked by: Bernie
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Expert Reply:
Scissor jacks such as # UF48-979031 aren't designed to lift wheels off of the ground but just to provide support on trailers or RVs to limit side to side movement. What I recommend is a bottle jack such as # ALL640405 which costs less and is rated for much more weight.
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Michael H
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Ultra-Fab Ultra Scissor Jacks - 30" Lift - 13,000 lbs - Qty 2
- Camper Jacks
- 5th Wheel Camper
- Pop Up Camper
- RV Motorhome
- Teardrop Camper
- Travel Trailer
- Scissor Jacks
- Steel
- 10001 lbs or More
- Manual Jack
- 30 Inch Lift
- Bolt-On
- Weld-On
- 2 Jacks
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