Frequently Asked Questions
What size trolley jack do I need for a car or ute?
A 2 tonne trolley jack covers cars and small SUVs. Go to 2.5 or 3 tonne for utes and 4WDs, and 4 tonne or more for trucks. The rating is for one lift point, and lifting a corner is only a quarter to a third of the vehicle's weight, so 2 tonne has plenty in hand for a 1,500kg car.
Which trolley jack is best for a home garage?
A 2 tonne low profile steel jack. It fits under almost any car, lifts high enough to get stands in, and costs a fraction of an aluminium racing jack. The comparison table above lists lift height, weight and price for every jack here so you can pick in a minute.
Low profile or standard trolley jack?
If the car is lowered or has a body kit, you want a minimum height under 90mm. Standard jacks start around 130 to 140mm and fit most cars, utes and SUVs. The minimum and maximum lift heights are on every product page.
Aluminium or steel trolley jack?
Aluminium racing jacks weigh about half as much, so they are the pick if you carry the jack to the track or the roadside. Steel costs less for the same rating and suits a jack that lives on the workshop floor.
Can I work under a car held on a trolley jack?
No. A hydraulic jack lifts, it does not hold. Lower the vehicle onto rated
jack stands at the manufacturer's lift points before any part of you goes underneath.
Why does my trolley jack sink or not lift to full height?
Usually air in the hydraulics or low oil. Open the release valve, pump the handle ten times to purge air, close the valve and try again. If it still drops, top up the hydraulic oil. If it is losing oil, the seals need replacing.