Overall: As I mentioned above, this really is the bargain of the bunch. The base is not very wide, but it does the job considering the lifting height of these stands. The extra heft of these stands over a similar 2 ton version really gives these the edge in stability. I’m on the fence about this style of post. For the past 10 years, I’ve had stands that have used the pinch weld as the load point. I’ve never used a stand with this style post. The reinforced metal pad on the inside of the frame rail (where the stock scissor jack actually contacts) takes all of the load. This totally prevents any contact with the Miata’s bottom seam weld. Post design: The post features a deep groove. (Yes, these stands actually come with manuals.) Always remember that your car can kill you especially when you are working under it! Follow all directions and safety procedures outlined in each stand’s manual. It is to help you evaluate differences between these five models of jack stands. This review is meant for informational purposes only. is not responsible for bodily injury or property damage that results from misuse of automotive tools including jack stands. I basically found myself with a whole flock of jack stands in my garage one day and decided to write a review. I’ve not received any of these stands from manufacturers for the purpose of reviewing them. The review will be skewed to how the stands work with a Mazda Miata, but this should be helpful to just about anyone with a smaller car that has a desire to work on it.īefore I begin, I’d like to state that I’ve not been paid for this. In the following few thousand words, I’ll attempt to give a detailed and impartial review of several types of jack stands on the market as of 2010. Welcome to the official Jack Stand Review. Locking steel pins allow the user to lock the stands into position quickly.Ĭurrently priced at $89.99 for the pair, the DAYTONA™ 3 Ton Jack Stands with Circular Pads are ideal for vehicle maintenance at a great value.Įxplore the full DAYTONA lineup, including the 3 Ton Heavy Duty Ratcheting Jack Stands, now available in green, and currently priced at $49.99.Īll DAYTONA™ jack stands are available in-store and online at: surrounded by an army of jack stands. to 21-13/16 in., these jacks have an anodized post and a heavy-duty reinforced steel base for extra strength. With 10 adjustable height positions and a lift height of 13-13/16 in. The removable circular pads feature flat-top rubber saddles that provide 360 degree protection from damage to the vehicle. The professional grade 3 Ton Jack Stands with Circular Pads protect a vehicle from damage during use and can safely support up to 6,000 lbs. to 29-3/8 in.Įngineered for the auto enthusiast or mechanic, the DAYTONA™ 12 Ton Heavy Duty Ratcheting Stands are currently priced at $149.99 for the pair.ĭAYTONA™ 3 TON JACK STANDS WITH CIRCULAR PADS The stands are ideal for vehicle repair work and have a lift height range of 19-3/4 in. The jack stands feature heavy-duty solid steel body panels, welded-in braces for extra reinforcement, and cross-seam welds to provide strength and durability. and are designed with industry-leading features, including a high-quality self-locking steel ratchet bar and a double-locking mobility pin for additional security. These 12 Ton Heavy Duty Ratcheting Jack Stands support up to 24,000 lbs. Available in yellow powder coated steel, they are currently priced at $189.99 for the pair.ĭAYTONA™ 12 TON HEAVY DUTY RATCHETING JACK STANDS The jack stands weigh 75.89 lbs., are 19 in. wide base provide additional stability and strength, as does the large V-shaped saddle. to 19-7/8 in., they can be quickly adjusted to three different positions at three-inch intervals. diameter easy-to-use steel locking pin for added security. The jack stands are constructed from high-grade steel and have a 1 in. Ideal for larger vehicles, such as trucks, trailers, and tractors, these 22 Ton Jack Stands can safely support up to 44,000 lbs. Harbor Freight Tools is introducing three new jack stands to its best-selling pro-grade DAYTONA™ line: the 22 Ton Heavy Duty Jack Stands with Locking Pin, the 12 Ton Heavy Duty Ratcheting Jack Stands, and the 3 Ton Jack Stands with Circular Pads.Īll three new jack stands are built to the highest standards on the market and meet or exceed all current standards under The American Society of Mechanical Engineers’ Safety Standards for Portable Automotive Service Equipment (ASME/PASE).ĭAYTONA™ 22 TON HEAVY DUTY JACK STANDS WITH LOCKING PIN
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