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Old 04-26-2008, 10:06 PM   #20 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by herndy_1 View Post
I have heard good things about this Omega jack. It is not cheap though, and only 2 tons.

http://www2.northerntool.com/product/200329613.htm

I have however heard bad things about Northern Tool.
I'm sure that is a really good jack. It's super low and has a high lift max. But yeah it's not cheap for being only a two ton jack. Probably cheaper alternatives that fit your needs.

How important is the tonage rating on a jack? I would think that a two ton jack would be plenty for a Mustang since ours doesn't even weigh that much total. Ofcourse I reaslize that the higher the better/safer. But if the jack is built with good quality, it shouldn't take a crap on you for jacking up less than it's rated weight right? Is there a rule of thumb that you should get a ton more than what you are going to use it for or anything?
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