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Old Jan 5, 2013 | 12:02 PM
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But I have searches all over the place and haven't been able to find a clear answer , and would like one before I try it on my jeep hahahahaha. Can I use the factory rubicon rock sliders as hi lift jacking points to ..... Change a tire or what ever? With out damaging the body or points where there are mounted
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Old Jan 5, 2013 | 12:04 PM
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Originally Posted by emtclimbermatt
But I have searches all over the place and haven't been able to find a clear answer , and would like one before I try it on my jeep hahahahaha. Can I use the factory rubicon rock sliders as hi lift jacking points to ..... Change a tire or what ever? With out damaging the body or points where there are mounted
I don't know if I'd jack up using the rails. I usually locate the jack at the bottom of the axle.
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Old Jan 5, 2013 | 12:15 PM
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Originally Posted by Rule18

I don't know if I'd jack up using the rails. I usually locate the jack at the bottom of the axle.
How do you get a hi lift jack on the bottom of the axel? Am I missing something completely obvious? Hahahahaha
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Old Jan 5, 2013 | 03:48 PM
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Hi-lifts require jacking points that are solid. Typically metal bumpers/frame mounted sliders (nothing on a stock jeep is ideal for them). The stock sliders can bend up into the body, but in an emergency you could use them. I wouldn't use them if you don't have to though. A floor jack or stock jack at the axle is best. If you're on a trail you can always use the terrain to lift the corners of the vehicle.
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Old Jan 5, 2013 | 07:18 PM
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Originally Posted by otservice
Hi-lifts require jacking points that are solid. Typically metal bumpers/frame mounted sliders (nothing on a stock jeep is ideal for them). The stock sliders can bend up into the body, but in an emergency you could use them. I wouldn't use them if you don't have to though. A floor jack or stock jack at the axle is best. If you're on a trail you can always use the terrain to lift the corners of the vehicle.
Awesome that's the answer I was looking for! Thank you!
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