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We know you're good at jacking...

Discussion in 'Recovery' started by Subway4X4, Sep 1, 2017.

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Are you really good at jacking?

  1. Yes. And very safe.

    49 vote(s)
    22.6%

  2. Yes. But sometimes unsafe

    78 vote(s)
    35.9%

  3. No. I'm pretty sure I'm a danger to myself and others..

    63 vote(s)
    29.0%

  4. I let someone else do my jacking.

    27 vote(s)
    12.4%
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  1. Dec 2, 2017 at 4:17 PM
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    Great post. Thx
    :thumbsup:
     
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  2. Dec 2, 2017 at 4:19 PM
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    Too much jacking around here. Just winch.
     
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  3. Dec 2, 2017 at 4:24 PM
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    Ummmmm....

    ... I believe you were part of this elite Jacking Team (where we did BOTH.)

    V V V

     
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  4. Dec 2, 2017 at 4:25 PM
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    I mean, if your life isn’t truly in danger while you’re using a hi lift...are you even really off roaring?
     
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  5. Dec 2, 2017 at 8:32 PM
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    The only thing I would add is to carry some lubrication with you. When exposed to the weather and rust, the locking pins in the hi lift tend to stick and make your jacking experience less than pleasant.

    Jacking is always better with lube.
     
    Mxpatriot, Dec 2, 2017
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  6. Dec 2, 2017 at 8:38 PM
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    What size tires and lift?

    :laugh:
     
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  7. Dec 10, 2017 at 3:47 PM
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    Added 12/10/2017:

    Field CV Axle repair.

    Needed to jack up and stand up the front frame of a 1st Gen on a flat part of a snowy trail. Plywood and SafeJack Base/Bottle/Safejack Tube Pad was used.

    Another bottle jack with plywood base was used to lift the spindle/hub/rotor assembly to remove the lower spindle bolt.
     
    Subway4X4, Dec 10, 2017
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  8. Dec 10, 2017 at 4:08 PM
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    Sub’d af
     
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  9. Dec 15, 2017 at 10:57 PM
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    Pretty sure I need to set my jacking safety level to -3 after this trip lol. We were desperate. My friend in the 4Runner had a 2 year old with him.

    https://youtu.be/wG6VW4UgQ-U
     
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  10. Dec 16, 2017 at 4:50 AM
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    Nice video!!!!

    I agree with your assessment of a negative three safety in jacking AND snatch recovery.

    Maybe this video can be used as a learning tool and TW members can try to identify a few things that could have been done differently/ better?

    1. The 1st gen NEEDS a beefy rear recovery point. I’ve seen this bumper “V” shape many times LOL.
    2. What on earth was the reason for HiLifting the rear of the truck then attempting the snatch?
    3. ?
    4. ?
    5. ?
    6. ?

    Thanks for contributing to our safety education.
     
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  11. Dec 16, 2017 at 8:55 AM
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    Thanks, for the comment about the video.

    The Tacoma is mine and didn't have a rear recovery point yet. Been on the list of things to do but just hadn't happened yet. (I had previously used a D-ring shackle in hitch, but due to 63" leaf springs that had to go). So it was use the bumper or keep trying the sliders which weren't really helping.

    1. I was sure the bumper would be ruined, but it did get me out.
    2. First off it was a kinetic recovery rope, not a snatch strap. If we pulled without jacking it seemed to only bury the truck more. Sounds weird but whatever.
    3. We BOTH went to grab out shovels and they both were missing from our vehicles. Make damn sure you have what you think you have in your vehicle!
    4. Always go wheeling with a friend.
     
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  12. Dec 16, 2017 at 11:21 AM
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    Hi Kyle,

    I absolutely agree with your input! Bring shovels and a good friend is great advice.

    I also added "Use a line damper."

    I believe the terms "Snatch Strap" and "Kinetic Recovery Rope" can be used interchangeably when it comes to the theory and application of its intended use. When either kinetic strap or rope is used, I believe it is common practice to use the word "snatch" when attempting the recovery using kinetic energy forces.

    I carry the ARB 24,000 lb rated snatch strap, which uses the same kinetic energy theory as a "kinetic recovery rope"


    Here's a "Snatch Recovery" video from one of my favorite video series:

    Thanks again for your valuable video and input.
     
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  13. Dec 16, 2017 at 3:27 PM
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    Jacking up 1 end of the truck and pushing it sideways is a good technique so long as it will move the tires out of the rut or mud. Generally you would only push the truck off of the hilift rather than using another vehicle. It looked like the truck was actually very close to rolling over at one point. It's better to just have people push the truck over while 1 person holds the hilift.
     
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  14. Dec 17, 2017 at 9:31 AM
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    Being as I was in the taco I don't think it was close to rolling. Pushing a truck while standing on soup doesn't tend to work too well. :rolleyes:

    Now another 4runner did come close to rolling and did actually roll on my YouTube channel, but different deal there entirely.
     
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  15. Dec 17, 2017 at 9:35 AM
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    Those Ronny Dahl videos are great. Makes me want to go wheeling down there.
     
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  16. Mar 14, 2018 at 6:27 PM
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    Lloyd - I can't thank you enough for the helpful, carefully written up ideas. Just what I needed as I approach being a little more adventurous with my truck. I especially appreciate the emphasis on safety and therefore the planning/practice required (for novices - like me).

    Cheers!
     
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  17. Mar 16, 2018 at 4:22 PM
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    I’m glad you could glean some tips from this little write up.

    Be safe!
     
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  18. Jul 3, 2018 at 6:33 AM
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    @Bruce988jl - this thread has all the info regarding the T4R bottle jacks
     
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    I tried to get @Mobtown Offroad to make an extension that can work with our stock jacks, but he said, and I quote, "Fuck off randy, I'm better than you." :annoyed:
     
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