914 on Quickjack 7000TLX--Fail! Options

[bkrantz]

I recently got a Quickjack 7000 TLX. I need the long X model to reach the jack points on my other vehicles. But I have failed to lift the 914.

My first attempt had the Quickjacks in the "official" positions, i.e. with the lower base pivots forward. Note this is not what I consider safe for 911s and probably for 914s, since the car center of gravity can end up outside (behind) the end of the lower base.

[76-914]

Bob, It has been pointed out to me that those aren't necessarily jack pads but rather attach points used during assembly. Just as long as your under the long your OK. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)

[mepstein]

Bob, It has been pointed out to me that those aren't necessarily jack pads but rather attach points used during assembly. Just as long as your under the long your OK. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)

I agree, If you can lift it at the longs, you are good. A set of 4 hockey pucks with a grove cut down the middle to accept the pinch welds would be great. I've never used a quickjack so I don't know what works best. It never hurts to use a 5th point of contact, like a deadman or a tall jack stand, to help guard against a weight shift if you are dropping an engine. tires will do in a pinch.