Hi-Lift Jack Mount -- What do YOU think
JK Freak
Joined: Jul 2010
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From: Dallas, TX
As promised -
The jack really doesn't stick out that far on the driver side, i think the angle makes it appear that way. But they don't stick out nearly as far as your side mirrors.
This is a shot from the back seat. To be honest, the only issue with seeing out is maybe the right front end and negotiating right turns, like my garage. I like to park really close to the right side and now i have to lean forward a little to see over the jack, no biggie - just thought i'd throw that out there. Also you can see how my KC light is partially blocked by the base of the jack like probably 10% which is not that bad.
As far as wind noise - none really. I do hear the bang bang from the base rattling when i hit big bumps but again, thats no biggie just a manly sounding jeep doing jeep shit.
The jack really doesn't stick out that far on the driver side, i think the angle makes it appear that way. But they don't stick out nearly as far as your side mirrors.
This is a shot from the back seat. To be honest, the only issue with seeing out is maybe the right front end and negotiating right turns, like my garage. I like to park really close to the right side and now i have to lean forward a little to see over the jack, no biggie - just thought i'd throw that out there. Also you can see how my KC light is partially blocked by the base of the jack like probably 10% which is not that bad.
As far as wind noise - none really. I do hear the bang bang from the base rattling when i hit big bumps but again, thats no biggie just a manly sounding jeep doing jeep shit.
Last edited by dgnr8; Feb 8, 2011 at 02:32 PM.
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JK Freak
Joined: Sep 2010
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From: Bella Vista, AR
As promised -
The jack really doesn't stick out that far on the driver side, i think the angle makes it appear that way. But they don't stick out nearly as far as your side mirrors.
This is a shot from the back seat. To be honest, the only issue with seeing out is maybe the right front end and negotiating right turns, like my garage. I like to park really close to the right side and now i have to lean forward a little to see over the jack, no biggie - just thought i'd throw that out there. Also you can see how my KC light is partially blocked by the base of the jack like probably 10% which is not that bad.
As far as wind noise - none really. I do hear the bang bang from the base rattling when i hit big bumps but again, thats no biggie just a manly sounding jeep doing jeep shit.
The jack really doesn't stick out that far on the driver side, i think the angle makes it appear that way. But they don't stick out nearly as far as your side mirrors.
This is a shot from the back seat. To be honest, the only issue with seeing out is maybe the right front end and negotiating right turns, like my garage. I like to park really close to the right side and now i have to lean forward a little to see over the jack, no biggie - just thought i'd throw that out there. Also you can see how my KC light is partially blocked by the base of the jack like probably 10% which is not that bad.
As far as wind noise - none really. I do hear the bang bang from the base rattling when i hit big bumps but again, thats no biggie just a manly sounding jeep doing jeep shit.
we all love manly sounds coming from our rigs. Awesome set up, I think I'll go ahead and keep the 60 for the helluvit
JK Jedi
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From: Lawton, OK
. I have a couple of zip ties holding the base as tight as can be had, but it still rattles. Not a big deal, but sometimes, it's nice to not other noises around so I can keep an ear out for "regular jeep noises and rattles" .
JK Freak
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From: Dallas, TX
I always had a question about this, in general (not just from a front mounted hi-lift). How do you guys keep the CLANK CLANK of the base rattling down? A colleague recommended to get some ice cream sticks and wedge it in there . I have a couple of zip ties holding the base as tight as can be had, but it still rattles. Not a big deal, but sometimes, it's nice to not other noises around so I can keep an ear out for "regular jeep noises and rattles" .
. I have a couple of zip ties holding the base as tight as can be had, but it still rattles. Not a big deal, but sometimes, it's nice to not other noises around so I can keep an ear out for "regular jeep noises and rattles" .
JK Enthusiast
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From: Lafayette, LA
In Louisiana we'll use both an axe and a shovel to dig up sassafrass roots (we can make our own root beer) or just to hit a gator across the head. "Shoot 'em"!
But really, thanks from me too for the pics. Like them red bezels!
But really, thanks from me too for the pics. Like them red bezels!
JK Enthusiast
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From: Reno
I think having it across the hood with lights on the windshield frame would suck!!! I would hate the glare 
But if you don't plane on having lights mounted on the windshield frame than I guess it would be a good place for it, providing you dont smash your hood 
But if you don't plane on having lights mounted on the windshield frame than I guess it would be a good place for it, providing you dont smash your hood
JK Jedi Master
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From: Midwest City, OK
For comparison purposes, here's a shot from the driver's eye position with the 48" lift. I would think that the 60" would be a little bit better because it pushes the base further out of the driver's field of vision.
I agree. That is the reason I have not mounted windshield lights.
JK Jedi
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From: Lawton, OK
. Oh well, guess I can live with it.
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From: Miami, FL