I need a jack for my Cherokee and I'm looking at buying a Hi-Lift, what's a good height? I have 32 inch tires and a 3 inch lift. Would you recommend the Hi-Lift? Is there something better?

Thanks for your help

 

I think they only come in 2 lengths, 48" and 60" but I could be mistaken.

I'd get the bigger of the two if possible.

I've always believed that its better to have and not need than need and not have.

But carrying around a 60" metal pole isn't always practical for everyone.

 

I have the 48" one, and it gets kinda scary when you have it jacked up pretty high so I can only imagine what the 60" would be like. I haven't maxed out the 48" yet, but it has gotten me out of some situations. Plus it fits right in the back on top of the 2 wheel wells(bolted the the back seat).
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Agreed. However 48 is a lot more manageable to carry around.

 

I don't know that I'd max out a hi-lift with a truck on it, but it can also be used as a "come along" if a winch isn't out there. Thats where the 60" has added benefits.

That, and sometimes trucks don't always lift a tire with a 48". Some have very good articulation.

 

Thats an excellent point, especially if we are on a hill. I think I may have to rethink my choice of hilift too.

 

Yeah, a 60" metal stick isn't exactly something I look forward to stowing in my XJ.

But I'll do it. I'll make time for it.

(we'll see if anyone watches Aqua Teen and catches that reference)

 

36" 48" and 60" I have the 60" and its a pain to ride around with in a 2 door lol 48" is all you will need

 

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They also make a 36 and a 42 inch highlift. I had a custom 66 inch for my Blazer. The 48 is what I have for my Cherokee. I carried a short chain in the Blazer to hook my axles to the frame when I jacked it up to get the tires off the ground, so I wouldn't fop the Blazer on its side. ( I plan on doing the same for the Cherokee. )

 

If you need to use a jack larger than 48" to get the Jippy out of a mess I will take you off the Insurance.

You need a side window gun rack. Carry the jack there.

 

A 48" jack is just enough to get the job done...

 

Sometimes "just enough" turns out to be "just NOT enough."

 

Thanks for your help guys, I think I'm gonna go with the 48 inch because of storage and the amount of lift I think I will actually need.

And dad, you need to see the new pics from yesterday

 

post the pics

 

Saw the pics.

Calling Gieco now ....