01gue5t Posted August 6, 2013 Share Posted August 6, 2013 Where are these available from in UK The straps that go around axle so it lifts not just chassis lifting when using Hi lift in jack points Or just use ratchet straps lol Hope that's clear thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
landroversforever Posted August 6, 2013 Share Posted August 6, 2013 I think you mean the wheel one. R&C sell them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
01gue5t Posted August 6, 2013 Author Share Posted August 6, 2013 R&C ? Straps to go round alxe so I can change a wheel not lift a wheel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
landroversforever Posted August 6, 2013 Share Posted August 6, 2013 You're better off with a disco/RRC bottle jack rather than a high-lift to change a wheel. Never seen any straps to lift an axle with a high-lift... can't see how it would work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
01gue5t Posted August 6, 2013 Author Share Posted August 6, 2013 a strap strop round axle then chassis so when Hi lift lifts chassis axle lifts to hi lift foot easier to pack on soft ground no grovelling around in mud at arms length laying down and H L has more uses my opinion of course lol maybe there not available and ive seen strops or ratchet strap used lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
landroversforever Posted August 6, 2013 Share Posted August 6, 2013 Limit straps are I think what you mean. I know the scorpion extreme kit came with limit straps for when you want to jack up a wheel. Hi-lifts have their uses, no denying that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
01gue5t Posted August 6, 2013 Author Share Posted August 6, 2013 Arrhh maybe that what Ive seen lol may have to adapt something then Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FridgeFreezer Posted August 6, 2013 Share Posted August 6, 2013 Merc sprinter telescopic bottle jacks are the schnizz, hi-lifts are just hateful instruments which will try to kill you at every turn, but handy in some situations. I carry a bottle jack for normal use (wheels/service/press), only take the hi-lift (as well) if going somewhere nasty. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
01gue5t Posted August 6, 2013 Author Share Posted August 6, 2013 they are potentially lethal lol I always put a bolt in hole just incase used it to change my 110 springs just lifted chassis etc till springs popped then popped new in spread bars etc not wanting to sound like an advert but used it for really odd jobs but it is just waiting to kill or maim at its first opportunity I agree lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boris113 Posted August 10, 2013 Share Posted August 10, 2013 http://extreme4x4.co.uk/acatalog/REAR_TOP_SHOCK_MOUNTS.html Are these the things? I agree with the others though, stick with bottle jack if possible, hi lifts are great bits of kit but also very dangerous. If you are really desperate, a strong ratchet strap around the chassis leg and axle casing would do the same thing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaulMc Posted August 11, 2013 Share Posted August 11, 2013 Merc sprinter telescopic bottle jacks are the schnizz... http://forums.lr4x4.com/index.php?showtopic=81978&p=727779 . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dantastic Posted August 12, 2013 Share Posted August 12, 2013 I just use a regular ratchet strap. That way you can tighten it properly and you lift absolutely minimum height required. Plus, a ratchet strap can serve as an extra pair of hands so just throw one in your toolkit Bottle jacks are fine if you are on flat and hard ground but a hi lift will always work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
01gue5t Posted August 15, 2013 Author Share Posted August 15, 2013 I do use ratchet strap when changing wheel but thought a PROPER bit of kit out there lol but over £100 just for rears ouch and still use ratchet for front ! I just like the versatility of hilift and as long as your aware its waiting for an opportunity to kill your ok thanks for replies Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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