Best roadside jack?

D_o_S · 10-17-2010, 03:23 PM

Hi guys,

what is the best roadside jack? Looking into it, there don't seem to be many scissor jacks available. I have heard stories of them collapsing - doesn anyone have any experience? Should I be looking at a scissor jack then or something else?

BKV122 · 10-17-2010, 05:03 PM

I got the BMW scissor jack works fine. Scissor jacks or for quick usage, ie changing out a flat tire, and any type of jack can fail and collapse.

Tom K. · 10-17-2010, 07:08 PM

After using my miserable E46 scissors jack once, I'll stick with my 12v. compressor and plug kit.

Tom

excalibur_335i · 10-17-2010, 10:31 PM

I prefer the scissors jack due to the ability to easily store it in the trunk and the ease of using it. I carry two wheel chocks in my trunk that I put behind the wheels for added safety while using the jack. I personally feel safer using the scissors jack because a hydraulic jack can possibly leak, lose pressure while in operation, etc. Not too common, but can happen. All jacks have their flaws though, but I have not had any problems with my s.j. I do also have a hydraulic jack that works well, but doesn't seem to lift the car up high enough. If you plan on leaving your car jacked up for a while, ensure to use jackstands.

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BKV122 Major 47 Rep 1,160 Posts Drives: E90 Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: NY iTrader: (1) Garage List 2006 330xi [9.50]	I got the BMW scissor jack works fine. Scissor jacks or for quick usage, ie changing out a flat tire, and any type of jack can fail and collapse. __________________ Monaco Blue 330xi - Terra Interior/6-MT/Sport/Premium/Cold/CSL's/M3 Spoiler Lip/Black Kidney's
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Tom K. Major General 124 Rep 5,627 Posts Drives: '07 328iT, '13 Boxster Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Maryland iTrader: (0)	After using my miserable E46 scissors jack once, I'll stick with my 12v. compressor and plug kit. Tom
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excalibur_335i Member 11 Rep 32 Posts Drives: 2008 335i Coupe Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Hopewell, VA iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 BMW 335i Coupe [10.00]	I prefer the scissors jack due to the ability to easily store it in the trunk and the ease of using it. I carry two wheel chocks in my trunk that I put behind the wheels for added safety while using the jack. I personally feel safer using the scissors jack because a hydraulic jack can possibly leak, lose pressure while in operation, etc. Not too common, but can happen. All jacks have their flaws though, but I have not had any problems with my s.j. I do also have a hydraulic jack that works well, but doesn't seem to lift the car up high enough. If you plan on leaving your car jacked up for a while, ensure to use jackstands.
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