(Part 2) Reddit mentions: The best jack stands

$120 on amazon

Everything for a Jeep is expensive lol.

Get a rubber pad for the jack with a slot for the pinch weld, like this.

I wouldn't lift a newer car without it, because my oldest car has developed rust at the jack point.

Bought mine on AMZN- BOLT 7028648 Hi-Lift Jack Mount for Jeep Wrangler (Black Mount for Driver Side, J-Mount). During the installation, you can fit your Jeep's key to the lock.

I've consumed (destroyed) several 1.5-2 ton jack: Several Harbor Freight jacks, an aluminum craftsman "racing Jack", and even a hearty steel craftsman jack. Also have destroyed several Advance Auto/ O'rielly crap 1-1.5 ton jacks.

I've since learned my lesson and went out to find one that was truly BIFL, and came across this:

http://www.amazon.com/OTC-5202-2-Ton-Capacity-Service/dp/B000XSJKB4/ref=sr_1_16?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1324329437&sr=1-16

Coupled with a set of their 6-ton jack stands, and I've never found a better combo. (But all jack stands are pretty much the same)

http://www.amazon.com/OTC-1773C-6-ton-Ratchet-Stands/dp/B000OCFGC6/ref=sr_1_4?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1324330068&sr=1-4

Manufactured by OTC, Spain, it is the same one listed in the Griot's catalog, but for a lot cheaper (Actually bought it before learning this). It is warrantied for life.

Me and my brother embark on some significant car projects, and nonetheless use the **it out of jacks in particular. I have had it about 2.5 years now, and have not been disappointing one second with it. I will probably pass it on to my kids one day!

Edit: I have spent countless dollars at Harbor Freight and had NEVER had anything last more than a few years, let alone a few uses. I consider everything from Harbor Freight Disposable. ABSOLUTELY NOT BIFL.

A cutting torch is the first thing that came to mind for me.

Other alternatives include a brick saw with a metal cutting blade, and my personal favorite, a bumper jack.

The pucks I gave a link for are fine for jack stands. Or you could try these... https://smile.amazon.com/Compatible-Models-Adapter-Slotted-general-purpose/dp/B073XL54YD/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1520389352&sr=8-3&keywords=pinch+weld+jack+stand+adapter

Or just search for "pinch weld jack stand"

Andersen has a whole mess of levelling gear and they aren't too expensive, but they are specific to a TT or a 5th wheel.

https://www.ebay.ca/i/323200580911?chn=ps&dispItem=1

Here's a 6 block kit for RV's with 6 point auto-leveling. I have a 4 point and the magnets are fantastic. You can get a TT version but not through Andersen and they're not too expensive.

https://www.amazon.com/Valterra-A10-0900-Trailer-Tongue-Stand/dp/B000BGHVSM/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1542732402&sr=8-1-fkmr0&keywords=Trailer+Tongue+Jack+Stand+andersen

Ramps are so terrifying for this very reason. Someone introduced me to vehicle positioning jacks (like these) and it blew my mind. These are the perfect complement to a low profile jack to avoid the ramp scenario.

This is what you need:

https://www.amazon.com/Hi-Lift-Jack-HK-B-Black-Handle-Keeper/dp/B000F285EG/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1486051476&sr=8-6&keywords=hi+lift+jack

Mine is mounted on my driver side A pillar, the only noise it makes is whistling in the wind.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01AXDWOW0

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001GH1PTG

https://www.amazon.com/Orange-Heavy-Vehicle-Recovery-Traction/dp/B00B11UFS4

You appear to be paying too much for recovery tracks.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00S0CZZD2/ $18.99 for two

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07NF7JTRG/ $29.88 for two

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00B11UFS4/ $34.99 for one, but it is metal.

Question for those of you who live where it snows: How many do you need? One? Two? Four?

An amount of money

Are you wanting it on your bumper/tailgate? Granted I have a JKU but that’s where mine is right now and I’m not a big fan of it. Dominion off-road makes mounts for 48” hi-lifts that puts it up on your sport bar and out of the way that I’m going to get. They also make it for the JLU. Dominion Off-road JLU Hi-lift mount

Its not for everyone, but i have mine mounted to the a pillar, it makes no noise at all, and unless im really looking, i cant see it. Its also keyed to my jeeps key, so its locked up too. Maybe worth checking out. Here is a link to the actual product.
BOLT 7028648 Hi-Lift Jack Mount for Jeep Wrangler (Black Mount for Driver Side, J-Mount) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01AXDWOW0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apap_eRLNnRJ9DNQco

I kick myself frequently for missing out on a set of 4 of these sold lightly used locally and will probably pick up a pair soon.

Hein-Werner HW93506 Blue/Yellow Jack Stands, 6 Ton Capacity (Set of 2) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0011O2RYQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_23WDDb6ZX68J0

Will I ever be lifting an 18 wheeler? Probably not, but if I do, I’m not going to be second guessing these.

That's the wrong pad. BMWs use a rectangular insert like this. https://smile.amazon.com/DEDC-Square-Polyurethane-Adapter-Protector/dp/B07GS36J9B/

Might want to try this!

http://www.ruffstuffspecialties.com/catalog/merchant.mvc? Screen=PROD&Store_Code=ruffstuff&Product_Code=R2008&Category_Code=Jeeptj

I also have those 2 ton jack stands from HF and they are nice for the price. Just upgraded again though to 6 ton OTC:

https://www.amazon.com/OTC-1736A-Ratcheting-Jack-Stand/dp/B007QV0XFS

The 'stinger' series is the same as HF, but there main line with the cut out logo are so nice.

which hi-lift jack mount do you have, and what do you think of it? i am looking at the BOLT jack mount, since it locks with the ignition key.. amazon link

EDIT: should add, I currently have the hood mount, but it gets in the way of my windshield washer jets, which is a bummer. the AEV rear bumper and tire carrier are on the longer term list but i want something short term...

I'd suggest getting 3-4 pair of cheap jack stands and leveling that frame out just to avoid it collapsing while you're living in it. Put a paver under each one.