Yeti and the Marshmallow

[MrBeast]

Until you get another set of bumpers, a high lift is out of the question, all it will do is screw up your van, and will do so with out lifting it.

For the time being id just get a regular floor jack, and dont worry about a lung wrench, you have your socket set.

 

[Basement Yeti]

Until you get another set of bumpers, a high lift is out of the question, all it will do is screw up your van, and will do so with out lifting it.

For the time being id just get a regular floor jack, and dont worry about a lung wrench, you have your socket set.

Couldn't I use the wheels for jacking? Good point, what can I use for leverage on my ratchet, do they make some kind of torque extension?

 

[MrBeast]

Couldn't I use the wheels for jacking?

no, when you use a high lift you have to get it under the bumper.

I used to have one, hardly ever used it, some one stole it and I never replaced it.

I just carry a floor jack and a bottle jack.

 

[Basement Yeti]

Hm. With space being what it is in the van a floor jack plus a hand winch would take up a lot of space, don't you think?

 

[MrBeast]

Hm. With space being what it is in the van a floor jack plus a hand winch would take up a lot of space, don't you think?

not a small one, it isnt like you need a 5 ton truck jack. a small one will get the job done, and is essential.

It will take up less room than a hi lift.

 

[Basement Yeti]

Ok cool, I'll do some research on floor jacks and hand winches. My van weighs 4,500lbs wet, roughly, I reckon it'll end up around 5,000 with water and all my stuff in there. What kind of weights for jacks and winches should I look at?

 

[MrBeast]

Ok cool, I'll do some research on floor jacks and hand winches.

Dont even bother with a hand winch, you arent getting unstuck with one.

Save your cash, get a electric when you are able, watch craigslist, you can often find them cheap and in good shape

 

[Basement Yeti]

Ok. Should I shoot for weight ratios right at or over the weight of my van loaded?

 

[MrBeast]

http://www.oreillyauto.com/site/c/detail/ACD9/34131.oap?keyword=floor+jack

This one would probably get the job done just fine.

 

[Basement Yeti]

http://www.oreillyauto.com/site/c/detail/ACD9/34131.oap?keyword=floor+jack

This one would probably get the job done just fine.

Only 50 bucks? Sweet.:victory:

I should match a jacks lifting capacity to the weight of my van? And since the jack will only be lifting one end of the vehicle 50% of the weight is the safety buffer, kinda sorta?

How about electric winches?

 

[MrBeast]

an 8,000 lb winch will be plenty. just make sure it is well mounted, id sugjest a reciever hitch front and rear so you can pull yourself backwards or forwards.

 

[Basement Yeti]

Ok. Also, let's say I want to jack up the front end to take tension off the front suspension to crank up the torsion bars, what should I stick under the van in case the jack fails to keep from having a bad day? Are there some kind of blocks they sell or something?

You're like my AA sponsor for over landing dude, haha.

 

[MrBeast]

These are what I use

http://www.oreillyauto.com/site/c/detail/ACD9/34114.oap?keyword=jack+stands

Get you some, carry them with you, you will be glad you did.

Also a thick piece of plywood to set the jack on if you have to use it in the dirt is a good idea too.

 

[MrBeast]

You're like my AA sponsor for over landing dude, haha.

Just because we are getting friendly doesnt mean im holding your hand. :bigbossHL:

 

[Basement Yeti]

Nice. I take it AC Delco is a pretty good brand? I have seen a lot of praise for their stuff.