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synolimit 03-03-2018 06:38 PM

Mine has up issues. If you dont hold the button the whole time and feather it like to make sure youre making contact and all that, the system will lock out. You either 100% commit to the lift or it jams.

DeliriousClam 03-03-2018 07:39 PM

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Originally Posted by synolimit (Post 3735409)
Mine has up issues. If you dont hold the button the whole time and feather it like to make sure youre making contact and all that, the system will lock out. You either 100% commit to the lift or it jams.

I'm using all my will power to not make ED jokes

TreeSemdyZee 03-03-2018 08:20 PM

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Originally Posted by synolimit (Post 3735409)
Mine has up issues. If you dont hold the button the whole time and feather it like to make sure youre making contact and all that, the system will lock out. You either 100% commit to the lift or it jams.

That kind of sounds like bleeding issues.
Is it jumpy at all on the way up?

redrover23 03-04-2018 01:34 AM

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Originally Posted by TreeSemdyZee (Post 3735376)
Are you sure the residual is in the power unit?
It might be in the hose.
Remember, there’s still fluid in the lines.
I’ve had a few times where I’ve had to push pretty hard, but finally got connected.

I'm pretty sure it's not the hoses. I was able to attach them to the lift rails with no problem.

What could be causing this problem on the down function? I'm thinking a failed solenoid valve but that's just a guess. Are there fuses to check? Thanks in advance.

TBatt 03-09-2018 10:00 AM

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Originally Posted by Jsolo (Post 3733244)
To the OP, how's the unit holding up? Any issues?

Working perfectly! Not a single issue.

One thing that I have learned is to hold the down button for about ten seconds AFTER the car has been lowered. This allows the pressure in the hoses to fully bleed off and it makes the hoses easier to remove and install. The quick couplers will hold pressure in the lines if you don't bleed them off and they can be a bear to install.

TBatt 03-09-2018 10:02 AM

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Originally Posted by redrover23 (Post 3735483)
I'm pretty sure it's not the hoses. I was able to attach them to the lift rails with no problem.

What could be causing this problem on the down function? I'm thinking a failed solenoid valve but that's just a guess. Are there fuses to check? Thanks in advance.

Call Ranger. They will help you troubleshoot your problem.

l2iceman 03-24-2018 10:12 AM

Been looking into this, my Z is lowered on swift springs and I have the evo r sides. What is the height of these ramps when flat? I want to measure the side gear ancestry to see if I'd be able to slide it in sideways under my car.

CB1 03-24-2018 10:30 AM

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Originally Posted by l2iceman (Post 3741371)
Been looking into this, my Z is lowered on swift springs and I have the evo r sides. What is the height of these ramps when flat? I want to measure the side gear ancestry to see if I'd be able to slide it in sideways under my car.


It depends on what model you are looking at getting.
Take a look at their measuring guide. It helped me. Also, feel free to call them. They were helpful over the phone too.
https://www.quickjack.com/quickjack-...ing-guide.html
I purchased the 7000-SLX and it works great for me. I also got the pinch weld blocks. I am at stock height.
They say you need a little clearance so that it can gain momentum to lift. I have an inch or two of clearance and mine lifts perfect.
This is right off of that page. "Keep in mind that there must be some space between QuickJack and your vehicle’s lifting points. If a collapsed QuickJack is pressed flush against your car, it will be unable to generate enough force to lift the vehicle."

Hope this helps..

l2iceman 03-24-2018 10:55 AM

Thanks for the advice! Costco in Canada has the Quickjack BL-5000SLX for a good price, so I'll look into those specs and clearance requirements.

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CB1 03-24-2018 10:57 AM

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Originally Posted by l2iceman (Post 3741379)
Thanks for the advice! Costco in Canada has the Quickjack BL-5000SLX for a good price, so I'll look into those specs and clearance requirements.

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Good thing with Costco, you can return items if they don't work for you. At least in Washington state that's their policy.

TreeSemdyZee 03-24-2018 12:44 PM

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Originally Posted by l2iceman (Post 3741371)
Been looking into this, my Z is lowered on swift springs and I have the evo r sides. What is the height of these ramps when flat? I want to measure the side gear ancestry to see if I'd be able to slide it in sideways under my car.

3” to 3.6”

https://www.quickjack.com/#fullspecs

TreeSemdyZee 12-20-2018 06:55 PM

Discount until 12/31/18
 
$150 discount code.

Quick150

CB1 12-20-2018 06:58 PM

Loving mine...!https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/201...afeb3987b3.jpg

Felix 808 12-28-2018 08:52 PM

My 5000SLX came today. Didn't take too long to set up. Seems like it's going to be pretty nice. :tup:


1st lift ( Daughters car)

http://www.the370z.com/members/felix...5-img-0241.jpg

cossie1600 01-15-2019 01:44 AM

I have the racing tiles in my garage, can these guys go over it?

cossie1600 01-15-2019 02:00 AM

This is at costco for 1099

Jayhovah 01-15-2019 08:29 AM

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Originally Posted by cossie1600 (Post 3815574)
This is at costco for 1099

https://i.kym-cdn.com/entries/icons/...akemymoney.jpg

Felix 808 01-15-2019 10:00 AM

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Originally Posted by cossie1600 (Post 3815572)
I have the racing tiles in my garage, can these guys go over it?

It'll be fine. Quick Jack has a bunch of Tip videos on Youtube as well.

Kuba83 01-20-2019 08:24 PM

For those that ordered their Quickjack via Costco who did the shipping...….FedEx, UPS.....or...…...etc..? And I assume a signature is required??

I'm ready to order one but I work the usual weekday hours and there's no "neighbor's house" or other option when I'm not there......if its FedEx I can track it online and have it shipped to a drop off place.....but if not then...….Hmmm

UPS's warehouse for my area is a pain in the a$$ to get to from my location.....so...…….anyway....just wondering......

Jsolo 01-20-2019 10:11 PM

I've had most stuff from costco come via fedex home/ground. No sig required. Of course they may use ups too.

Have it shipped to a work address?

TreeSemdyZee 02-21-2019 11:11 AM

‘Nuther sale until 2/28/19.


https://www.quickjack.com/car-lift-systems.html

bunk 02-21-2019 11:43 AM

Man, this would be absolutely perfect for my situation and current project...

DarkJak 02-21-2019 07:29 PM

Costco has the 5000 for $999 now with the sale.
How often does this sale come around? I'm about to move next month and would rather buy AFTER the move.

TreeSemdyZee 02-21-2019 09:31 PM

Every few months.
900 for the 5000 is an amazing price. $465 off is HUGE.

bunk 02-22-2019 07:00 AM

$999.99... I have 6 days to make a decision on this!

Spoiler 02-22-2019 08:15 AM

Do it

madwi 02-22-2019 08:16 AM

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Originally Posted by bunk (Post 3827644)
$999.99... I have 6 days to make a decision on this!

Peanuts to a baller like you. :tup:

bunk 02-22-2019 08:32 AM

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Originally Posted by madwi (Post 3827685)
Peanuts to a baller like you. :tup:

Yeah, but im a baller on a budget!! lol

cossie1600 02-25-2019 02:41 AM

I am on the fence on this too

https://www.costco.com/QuickJack-5%2...100460313.html

bunk 02-25-2019 07:26 AM

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Originally Posted by cossie1600 (Post 3828442)

Wanna go halves?

old guy 02-25-2019 08:11 AM

Just get it ! I've had mine for a couple of years and it's a great tool & you'll have it for the rest of your life

BettyZ 03-18-2019 03:10 PM

Got mine two weeks ago, LOVE IT.

TBatt 03-28-2019 11:06 AM

I'm the OP of this thread and would like to give you guys an update on my QuickJack system.

It is still working great and I have it loaned out to a buddy so he can work on his vette. Now he is hooked on getting one.

Still loving my QJ!

bunk 03-28-2019 11:10 AM

TBatt, when you lift the Z do you also use Jack Stands as backup? Im gonna need to do work underneath and I guess im a wuss when it comes to safety..:eekdance:

TreeSemdyZee 03-28-2019 03:47 PM

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Originally Posted by bunk (Post 3838122)
TBatt, when you lift the Z do you also use Jack Stands as backup? Im gonna need to do work underneath and I guess im a wuss when it comes to safety..:eekdance:

I'll insert my 2 cents in on this. I trust the Quickjack far above jack stands. I never use stands other than the Quickjack.
It would be rather difficult to use both IMO.

TBatt 03-29-2019 09:51 AM

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Originally Posted by TreeSemdyZee (Post 3838187)
I'll insert my 2 cents in on this. I trust the Quickjack far above jack stands. I never use stands other than the Quickjack.
It would be rather difficult to use both IMO.

I could not agree more! Jack stands are NOT needed. The car is very solid when up on the QJ. I've done exhaust and brake work and the car does not move one bit even if you are tugging on a breaker bar.

Another great advantage is getting the car higher up when working in the engine bay. While I was installing the super charger kit, I kept it up on the first level so that my back wasn't getting bent over. It helped a bunch and allowed me to work on the top and bottom of the car.

My 1977 Fiat Spider is a pain (literally) to work on because it sits so low to the ground. Lifting it up makes it far easier to work on. I feel perfectly safe with the car lifted and the engine running.

JARblue 03-29-2019 10:02 AM

Sorry for asking a question that has probably already been answered, but does the quick jack lock into place once lifted? I assume it's not relying on the hydraulic pressure to hold it up during operation.

BettyZ 03-29-2019 10:12 AM

It has a locking bar on each lift and two "heights" where the bar locks out.

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bunk 03-31-2019 07:08 AM

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Originally Posted by TreeSemdyZee (Post 3838187)
I'll insert my 2 cents in on this. I trust the Quickjack far above jack stands. I never use stands other than the Quickjack.
It would be rather difficult to use both IMO.

Well, when I first lifted the Z, on the first set of stops, I let the safety arms go over them, made sure that the release cams were in the up position so that it doesnt cause the bar to go over the stop. As I was lowering the QJ to engage the safety stops, one side popped over the safety stop, it literally popped, scared the crap out of me. Tried again, same thing. So as of now, if I need to use it on the lower setting, I just lower it so that the bars just touch the safety stops.

When its in the high position, its fine. But it still kinda makes me iffy, hence the jackstand backup. I had a friend in HS who was crushed working on his van a few weeks after graduating. :eekdance:

BettyZ 03-31-2019 05:00 PM

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Originally Posted by bunk (Post 3838768)
Well, when I first lifted the Z, on the first set of stops, I let the safety arms go over them, made sure that the release cams were in the up position so that it doesnt cause the bar to go over the stop. As I was lowering the QJ to engage the safety stops, one side popped over the safety stop, it literally popped, scared the crap out of me. Tried again, same thing. So as of now, if I need to use it on the lower setting, I just lower it so that the bars just touch the safety stops.



When its in the high position, its fine. But it still kinda makes me iffy, hence the jackstand backup. I had a friend in HS who was crushed working on his van a few weeks after graduating. :eekdance:

Dude F that noise, you need to contract the manufacturer. I put jackstands underneath as well, but I only have two SUV-sized ones so those go on the end that I'm working under.

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