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Title: Hi-Lift
Post by: TN_Tracker on March 11, 2004, 09:56:58 AM
Birthdays can be a good thing, even when you're getting older. Thanks for the Hi-Lift Dad! 8)
(http://home.comcast.net/~bbrad01/_borders/hilift2.jpg)
Detailed install pics here:
http://home.comcast.net/~bbrad01/projects.htm
Title: Re: Hi-Lift
Post by: jonald on March 11, 2004, 10:16:33 AM
Nice install. Have you tried it out?
Title: Re: Hi-Lift
Post by: explosivo on March 11, 2004, 10:29:35 AM
what if you run into something? does the hilift work well if its banged up? just a thought...
Title: Re: Hi-Lift
Post by: TN_Tracker on March 11, 2004, 10:46:40 AM
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Nice install. Have you tried it out?

Not yet, did the install after work today.
Title: Re: Hi-Lift
Post by: TN_Tracker on March 11, 2004, 10:49:19 AM
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what if you run into something? does the hilift work well if its banged up? just a thought...

Don't see that being a problem, the Hi-Lift has got to be stronger than the paper thin bumper it's attached too. ;D
Title: Re: Hi-Lift
Post by: Kreg on March 11, 2004, 10:55:45 AM
Hilifts are hard to break.

Mines a ratty old thing, and its still going strong. (don't worry I make sure its safe to use)


That’s a cool mounting system you got there.

I think I'm going to copy that for my rear bumper.  Better than using ratchet straps  ;)
(http://www3.telus.net/kreg/Feb%2029/Feb%2029%20005.jpg)  :o
Title: Re: Hi-Lift
Post by: TN_Tracker on March 11, 2004, 11:23:19 AM
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Hilifts are hard to break.

Mines a ratty old thing, and its still going strong. (don't worry I make sure its safe to use)


That’s a cool mounting system you got there.

I think I'm going to copy that for my rear bumper.  Better than using ratchet straps  ;)

Copy away my friend, I need a pic of your rig for my "Reader's Rides" Page.
Title: Re: Hi-Lift
Post by: jonald on March 11, 2004, 11:34:25 AM
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Not yet, did the install after work today.


Make sure you know where you're going to attach it to your rig BEFORE you need it.  Working things out at home beats finding out your limitations on the trail.

I suggest getting a bumper attachment or the new wheel hooks for it.  Then practice.

I have used my highlift dozens of times but only once to get my truck unstuck.  I have used it as a post remover, fence stretcher, spring compressor, and more.

Enjoy.
Title: Re: Hi-Lift
Post by: TN_Tracker on March 11, 2004, 11:42:23 AM
Thanks for the tip jonald, I plan on a little practice this weekend before hitting the trail.
Title: Re: Hi-Lift
Post by: Bobzooki on March 12, 2004, 12:57:36 AM
I found that my hi-lift mounted perfectly just in front of the rear seat, on my Sidekick.  I'll probably have to move it though, when I install my roll-cage.  :(
Title: Re: Hi-Lift
Post by: MB on March 12, 2004, 04:46:33 AM
My Hi-Lift looks to be a hundred years old, still works but is stored in the garage. Just can't come up with a mount or a place to mount that I like.  :-/
Title: Re: Hi-Lift
Post by: 1bigtracker on March 13, 2004, 12:19:05 AM
anyone ever try mounting a 60in in there tracker?  thats what i got and it lays across where the rear seat was.

Stu
Title: Re: Hi-Lift
Post by: Rhinoman on March 14, 2004, 10:53:01 PM
I'm curious as to where you plan on putting the jack to lift it. Doesn't look like you have any points strong enough, is that the standard metalwotk its bolted to? On mine I can jack on the custom winch bumper or the rear towbar.
Title: Re: Hi-Lift
Post by: TN_Tracker on March 15, 2004, 09:28:21 AM
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I'm curious as to where you plan on putting the jack to lift it. Doesn't look like you have any points strong enough, is that the standard metalwotk its bolted to? On mine I can jack on the custom winch bumper or the rear towbar.

Yes, it's the standard bumper and I have already tried it on the front. I placed it near the mounting bracket. No problem at all, didn't bend a thing. I have a friend that wil soon be making my rockrails for the side and it will no longer be an issue.