What do you need to know about Jack stands?

A jack stand is a metal height-adjustable mechanical device that is used to support the weight of a lifted vehicle. Most commonly, they are placed underneath the car as a safety net to protect against a vehicle falling on a body part. Most jack stands use these basic parts to function.

What’s the best way to remove a jack stand?

Don’t crawl underneath the front or back of your vehicle while removing jack stands since it’s only being supported by the jack. Don’t adjust the height of your jack stand until it’s out from under your vehicle. Lower the jack until your vehicle is back on the ground. Turn the lever on your floor jack counterclockwise to slowly lower your vehicle.

Where are the pinch points for a jack stand?

Placing the Jack Stands Set the jack stand underneath the pinch points of your vehicle. The pinch points are located on the sides of your vehicle behind your front tires or in front of your rear tires. Adjust the height of the jack stand if you need to.

Where do you place the jack stand on a car?

Place your jack stand underneath the car at the designated jack points. Lift or screw the support beam up as close to the contact point as possible. Make sure the jack stand is properly seated. Slowly release the jack and lower the car onto the stand.

How to Use Jack Stands. The common metal tools known as jack stands are critical safety items for those who need to work underneath vehicles. Putting up a vehicle on jack stands correctly can be the difference between a successful maintenance/repair and a tragic accident.

How long does a strongway Jack stand last?

Features + Benefits Item# 71765 Brand Strongway Manufacturer’s Warranty 1 year Limited Warranty Ship Weight 28.85 lbs Lift Capacity (tons) 6

What do you need to know about Jack stands?