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I have no fucking idea. I don't have a Hi Lift.

 

I had a 48" for a couple years but then went with a 60" after 315s and HC rear since the 48" couldn't get the rear tires of the ground on a flat surface. Better to have more length than less IMO. I removed the top clamp-clevis and it fits perfectly on the side bed rail. ATO mounts have worked out great too.

 

I agree even if you don't have 315 you still might want the extra length. Get the 60 it fits but barely and in my mind worth it.

 

Sliders work great for jacking but in some situations it might not be the ideal spot so I wanted to make sure I could lift from front, sides, and rear. I just have the plastic hi lift base plate which works fine. I've also been on the trail and used the relentless base with the spikes and it kicks ass. Or just make one on the cheap.

 

I have a 48" and is perfect. Personally I think 60" is just to big to lug around/to heavy. The amount of times you'll need it, a 48" will be just fine.

 

Crowsnest Pass, Alberta, last weekend:

 

I too use the 48" hi-lift.

I recommend getting the slider attachment if lifting from sliders. I use mine frequently--works great, very stable! And I'm a believer in something to improve the footprint of the jack, even if it's plywood with a bolt through it.



For mounting, if truck is full, then it goes on roof. If back of truck has room it gets strapped down to bed of truck.

 

Which slider attachment is that?

 

Wab Fab makes one. Not sure if its the same one though.

http://wabfab.3dcartstores.com/Slider-Adapter_p_597.html

 

I had to look it up. Lotus Development Lift Jack Rock Slider Adapter

 

Yup. Real easy to make. Derek @DDD made his own shown here.

 

I have a 60" Hi-Lift, because I found it for $50 on CL. It fits fine in my DC/LB, and is not too heavy compared to the 48". The 48" is common, and works fine for most people.

Also, I would suggest adding a JackMate, it is one of the most versatile attachments you can get for a Hi-Lift.

 

The first time I saw one used, we used it as a "spreader" to get a OEM/Tow-hitch to fit on Tacoma. Worked like a champ!

Here's a good explanation of each function:

 

Coulda had a 4R.

 

Really? I mean, it sounds like you don't actually need the bed.

Coulda got a Lexus.

 

I just assume anyone in the Expo/Overland thread has a canopy


...and these:

 

Yes, and?

 

Then you're doing it right!

 

Dunno if Id trust those poly/nylon webbing. Better to make it unbreakable like this:

 

Nylon is far easier to inspect for damage than chain. Not to mention does not corrode and is lighter weight