Recommended jack type
 

Howdy all. Can someone recommend a type jack to use on my 87 Marathon to help change tires, etc. ?

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2 ton Compact Trolley Jack

http://image.made-in-china.com/2f0j0...Floor-Jack.jpg

http://www.harborfreight.com/automot...ack-68783.html

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I use a compact floor jack similar to the one pictured here: http://www.harborfreight.com/automot...ack-68783.html

I also have an eye-bolt through the frame in the bag-well and use a chain-hoist to lift the rear end, don't know if that is an option with a Marathon.

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Don't forget jack stands as well.

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Thanks all got the stands already.

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I agree with the other replies, I use a 2 ton Blackjack brand jack, works great

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I've got a couple of jacks like pictured above, that's all I ever use...... and of course the stands.:mrgreen:. I like JohnnieB's idea about the eyebolts.:thumbup:

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I use the crank jack from my old Cherokee. I keep it (plus the lug wrench and handle) mounted on my spare tire carrier, "just in case"...

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thanks all. :)

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In contrast to the other opinions - I present you with this option: http://www.harborfreight.com/4-ton-s...jack-type.html

Should you ever need to work on anything larger, you will find this jack plenty capable, this is the one I use and it works equally well on everything from a stock golf cart to Dad's heavy Duramax pickup. I have found it is MUCH easier and safer to use a big jack on small vehicles than it is to use a small jack on something larger. Buy the big one so you don't end up buying again. JMO.