I personally prefer the Jackall to the Hi-Lift, because not only is the handle a one piece affair and therefore doesn't rattle about so much when lying in the back of the vehicle, but according to the manufacturer's literature it is designed to lift 8,000lbs instead of the Hi-Lift's 7,000lbs. I also like the design of the accessory top clamp and mounting rack. As with most things in this World - you pay your money and you get your choice. One must remember however, that the weight limit reduces as you come up the rack in both cases.

Jack Pad

There is just no point in trying to lift a vehicle clear of the ground if the base of the jack is resting on a soft surface is there? All too often, you will simply achieve pumping the rack with it's metal base into the ground with the vehicle staying put!

A Jack Pad made from plywood would be ideal. Take two pieces of waterproof (WPB) plywood. One piece approx. 12" x 12" x 1" thick (300 x 300 x 25mm) and nail and glue a similar sized piece of 1/2" (12mm) plywood to the top having first cut a hole in it just slightly larger than the base of your jack. This will stop the jack base from sliding off the top.

You could of course simply use your shovel, a sand ladder, Waffle or even the spare wheel laid down in the mud or sand, but I know what I would prefer to use!

Maintenance Kit

A maintenance kit is available that includes all the items you are likely to require should the need arise.

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