Husky 6 ton jack

[Guyute941]

I’m not going to get the $300 recovery type jacks - prob just throw in a 2x6 for a pad and maybe get the starter kit in the picture or least a lift pad and use this husky jack for general purpose forest service road changes for 6.7 tremor and 21 foot 8k max travel trailer.

Would you say this is plenty good?

 

[HubbardTramper]

I personally opt for a 12 ton jack (have attached camper) and a 1 foot square wood base. 6 ton will work, especially for just truck, but if you go a little larger it will be much easier when it comes time to use it. Plenty of 8 ton to 12 ton jacks out there for <$60.

 

[Loshad]

I got a 9 ton from Grainger that has an extended reach. It was
made in China but for that sort of thing what isn't?

 

[RAVAGE88]

I'm using the Strongway 12T Air/Hydraulic Jack from Northern Tool.

https://www.northerntool.com/shop/tools/product_200788704_200788704?cm_mmc=Bing-pla&utm_source=Bing_PLA&utm_medium=Automotive%20%3E%20Jacks&utm_campaign=Strongway&utm_content=88710&cmpid=53403372&agid=3200075881&tgtid=pla-4577473067126959&prdid=88710&msclkid=461ff45591da1702deb294dab9ce8843&gclid=461ff45591da1702deb294dab9ce8843&gclsrc=3p.ds

MB

 

[oops]

I keep a handful of those husky’s on hand. They’re little beasts. I don’t know how you’d get close to free-lifting 12,000# jacking up a truck.

 

[Guyute941]

I keep a handful of those husky’s on hand. They’re little beasts. I don’t know how you’d get close to free-lifting 12,000# jacking up a truck.

Kindof my thought - I think the larger ones have a longer throw by an extra 2.5”. Not sure if needed but as with everything bigger is better haha. I’ll prob keep the 6 ton Husky - plenty for my minimal needs. Get a pad and lift cradle for it

 

[RAVAGE88]

I keep a handful of those husky’s on hand. They’re little beasts. I don’t know how you’d get close to free-lifting 12,000# jacking up a truck.

I've been known to help people in need with bigger stuff than mine and the 12T comes in handy....even better when it's air operated.

MB

 

[Guyute941]

I've been known to help people in need with bigger stuff than mine and the 12T comes in handy....even better when it's air operated.

MB

Good point

 

[AKTremor]

I carry a cheap 12T Big Red that's served me well. They're maybe $50.