Craftsman jack
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Craftsman jack
by Roy S. » Sat Jul 11, 2009 4:29 pm
1993 K1100LT/On going project
I have never ridden a "Brick" (Inseam challenged, exploring solutions)
2001 Honda Shadow
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I have never ridden a "Brick" (Inseam challenged, exploring solutions)
2001 Honda Shadow
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Craftsman jack
by Don Sproule » Sat Jul 11, 2009 7:09 pm
Hey Roy,
Have you tried using one of these jacks?
I've seen many similar types and am always leery about putting the entire weight of the K bike on the aluminum oil pan.
The BMW factory stand uses the holes in the engine block (I believe) to support the rear of the bike if you are removing the stands.
Don Sproule
Have you tried using one of these jacks?
I've seen many similar types and am always leery about putting the entire weight of the K bike on the aluminum oil pan.
The BMW factory stand uses the holes in the engine block (I believe) to support the rear of the bike if you are removing the stands.
Don Sproule
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by Flying Duck » Sat Jul 11, 2009 11:14 pm
I just use a normal 1/4 ton hydraulic car jack under the oil sump to lift the front end up - works fine.
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Re: Craftsman jack
by Roy S. » Sun Jul 12, 2009 11:55 am
Don Sproule wrote:Hey Roy,
Have you tried using one of these jacks?
I've seen many similar types and am always leery about putting the entire weight of the K bike on the aluminum oil pan.
The BMW factory stand uses the holes in the engine block (I believe) to support the rear of the bike if you are removing the stands.
Don Sproule
Hey Don,
I have a similar jack and I use 2x lumber help with the sturdiness. The oil sump is pretty tuff.
1993 K1100LT/On going project
I have never ridden a "Brick" (Inseam challenged, exploring solutions)
2001 Honda Shadow
LURKER at LARGE
I have never ridden a "Brick" (Inseam challenged, exploring solutions)
2001 Honda Shadow
LURKER at LARGE
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Roy S. - Flying Brick Rider
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- Joined: Wed Mar 05, 2008 11:48 am
- Location: W. Sacramento, California
by Don Sproule » Sun Jul 12, 2009 12:33 pm
Thanks guys.
I've always worried about that finned aluminum pan.
Now, I guess I can watch for the right deal on a cycle jack. I've been screwing around with saw horses all this time.
Don Sproule
I've always worried about that finned aluminum pan.
Now, I guess I can watch for the right deal on a cycle jack. I've been screwing around with saw horses all this time.
Don Sproule
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by Bell1st » Thu Jul 23, 2009 1:50 am
Don
Similar jack on sale at Canadian Tire for $60 until Thurs (I think). Just bought one but haven't had a chance to even take it out of the box yet.
Similar jack on sale at Canadian Tire for $60 until Thurs (I think). Just bought one but haven't had a chance to even take it out of the box yet.
Larry
'93 K1100RS "Franken Bike" ('90 K100 4V engine in a '93 frame)
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by Don Sproule » Thu Jul 23, 2009 1:52 pm
Hi Larry,
Thanks for the tip
I may just have to head down there.
Don
Thanks for the tip
I may just have to head down there.
Don
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