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Old 10-20-2009, 07:00 PM
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I tried a search, but didn't get the thread I was looking for. I want to know what floor jack you guys are using?

I have to get a new floor jack that fits under the car. Mine doesn't reach the front frame rails. I need something low profile, longer reach or something, and hope that it lasts longer than a year. I appreciate any feedback. Thanks
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Old 10-22-2009, 05:32 PM
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I haven't used this floor jack on my '10, but it's a good deal: http://www.sears.com/shc/s/ProductDi...00010000100383

Use coupon code 777 at checkout for $7 off. Total price $83 + tax if you do in-store pickup.
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I have a low-profile jack I got from Costco. Right now it works just fine, but if I lower the Mustang I will probably need to drive on a 2x10 just to get a little more clearance.

I'm going to get some low-profile ramps that will help too.
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Old 10-22-2009, 06:27 PM
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Craftsman stuff is great. Lifetime warranty. When a tool breaks, take it back.
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Old 10-22-2009, 08:16 PM
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Originally Posted by AJ_68
I haven't used this floor jack on my '10, but it's a good deal: http://www.sears.com/shc/s/ProductDi...00010000100383

Use coupon code 777 at checkout for $7 off. Total price $83 + tax if you do in-store pickup.
That is the one I have now, it doesn't work on my 2010. It hits the rocker before it gets to the frame. And forget about trying to get to K-member from the front, you wont be able to move the handle up/down. I looked at low profile ones on sears, but reviews are either good, or bad. Was hoping a 2010 mustang owner would say what they have and if it has worked flawlessly so far?

Although I never thought of the idea of making some mini ramps to gain the extra room needed for my current jack hmm that might work! thanks!
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Old 10-22-2009, 10:10 PM
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I figured that Craftsman jack would not work.

I seen some pinch weld blocks that sit on the jack, they were for the Mustang too. I don't know about using them, but if they worked they you could pretty much use any floor jack.
http://www.autobodytoolmart.com/grip...FQjyDAodGDWnsw

If they work it would make it easier to place jack stands in the correct spots. I know with my floor jack it makes it a little tough.
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Old 10-23-2009, 03:21 PM
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Snap on Low profile.
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Old 10-24-2009, 06:20 PM
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Originally Posted by motorman524
Craftsman stuff is great. Lifetime warranty. When a tool breaks, take it back.
Nope, don't be fooled by that. I used to buy Craftsman all the time, then either they changed or I found out the hard way, that's not the way it works. Lifetime guarantee on HAND TOOLS ONLY! All other tools are 90 days. Electrical tools, gas powered tools, anything else has only 90 days or whatever else it says in the owners manual, but certainly NOT Lifetime. Jacks are a hydraulic tool so not lifetime.
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Old 10-24-2009, 09:37 PM
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I just picked this up today. Sale ends tomorrow I believe.

http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_00950140000P

Comes with a one year warranty.
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Old 10-24-2009, 10:47 PM
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I use a 3 ton floor jack made by Kobalt (from Lowe's).
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