I knew I saved this email for a reason. Went to Walmart today and saw the
jack. Great! I can't get a normal jack under my Lotus as it's only 4"
Ground clearance. What a deal! Thanks for thinking of us.
Rick
74_4576R Lotus Europa TCS
80 Spitfire
----- Original Message -----
From: <banc8004@comcast.net>
To: <triumphs@autox.team.net>
Sent: Sunday, July 01, 2007 4:43 PM
Subject: [TR] Aluminum Racing Jack - not steel, but a steal!
> My regular hydraulic jack won't fit under the front end of my TR4 - its
> lowest position is too high for the chassis.
>
> I have been eyeing, and almost bought, one of the aluminum racing jacks
> from PepBoys, as they drop down to 3.3" and they have a nice long handle
> with the relief valve integral to the handle. The only thing that put me
> off was the sticker price...$99.00.
>
> I was very happy to see the same jack today, in my local WallyMart, at
> $38.00.
>
> It was too good to leave behind. I brought it home and it really is well
> made. Sure enough, it fits under the rad to reach the front cross member
> on the chassis perfectly. This will mean lifting the front of the car for
> stands will be a cynch.
>
> Just thought I'd let you guys know in case anyone is looking for something
> similar,
>
> Cheers,
>
> Brian in Valley Forge
> TR4 1963
>
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