Mounting a Hi-Lift?

[jfiscus]

I'm wanting to start carrying my high-lift around on my XJ now that I'm selling my FSJ cherokee. Where would be a good place to mount it on/in the XJ? I'd like to keep it inside the vehicle, but that may not be possible. How do you recommend mounting it?
(89 xj 4-door pioneer / 48" high-lift jack)

[WrenchMonkey]

I pulled the rear seat out of my two door. There's a metal rail running crosswise under where the seat was, with 4 (?) holes in the top surface. Laid my hilift on that rail, found two holes that lined up, and secured it with 3" bolts and wing nuts...

It might fit under the seat like this, you'd have to try. Maybe if you took the base off the jack?

Lemme know if it works...

Robert

[Yucca-Man]

I've heard that it will fit if you take hte base off, but haven't gotten around to trying that on mine yet. Maybe that would be a good test for this weekend..

[87CherokeeChief]

mine is locked onto my roofrack with a U lock....

[chad]

I took the base off mine and keep it under the back seat. You kinda have to force the seat down a little to get it to latch, but it works. However, I found out the downside is when your wedged between two rocks and you can't get the doors open you have to manuver it out the windo from the front seat.
Chad

[lobsterdmb]

here is a pic of it under my rear seat with the base off. It is the 48" model

http://hometown.aol.com/lobsterdmb/images/i11.jpg
http://hometown.aol.com/lobsterdmb/images/i12.jpg

John

[OT]

It's not inside, but it's an idea.

When tires are too big to be kept in the stock location, you have to find something to do with the mounting bolt and big wingnut.

Mines welded to the rack and works great to hold down the jack.

http://www.savepic.com/freepicturehosting/is.php?i=160630&img=HPIM0487.jpg

[87CherokeeChief]

ok heres a pic of mine.....
http://img76.photobucket.com/albums/v230/jeepjunkie/FAB/Roof%20Rack/Jun23-06.jpg

by the way, that you see there is a custom rack made by me

[ruggedjeep]

heres mine, mounted to the rack.
http://img33.photobucket.com/albums/v98/rugdjp/DSCN0883.jpg

[old_man]

I have a trick for mounting a hi-lift that keeps it from rattling and works great. Take a hockey puck and slice it in half, into two half moon shaped pieces. Drill a 1/2" hole through from the middle of the flat side you just cut to the other side. You can then mount a 1/2" bolt to what ever you want to bolt the jack to, slide the half puck over the bolt with the curved side out, and slide the jack rail over the bolt. When you apply a nut, it compresses the hockey puck and the pressure keeps the bolt from coming loose and the jack from rattling. I use a nut with a handle on it. I will post a pix in a few minutes.

[old_man]

http://www.a-v-t.com/HockeyPuck1.jpg

http://www.a-v-t.com/HockeyPuck2.jpg

[87CherokeeChief]

i cant see your pics old man.....

[XJWheelie]

Pretty slick and simple to do. Where did you find the bolt with the handle? Is that something that you can find at a hardware store?

Robert

[old_man]

Yes, around here the good hardware stores have racks of different types of hardware that are stocked by some company. I can't remember the name for the minute. They have them. The only problem is that they want about $9 a piece for them. I think McMaster Carr or WWGraingers probably has them cheaper.

[jfiscus]

I might have to try the 'under seat' method, but it could be pretty tricky to get out in an emergency, since my daughter's car seat is mounted there and 99% of the time she goes on my jeep rides.

[DangerBoy]

Pretty slick and simple to do. Where did you find the bolt with the handle? Is that something that you can find at a hardware store?

Robert

For my hiflift mount I simply made my own T handle bolts usint some 3/8 x 2" bolts with some 3/8 rod welded across the top.... some simple brackets fabbed onto the side of my custom rack and bobs your uncle... cheap and easy too. See if I can find my pictures and post em up

[old_man]

I have a warning about under seat storage of a high lift jack. Don't depend on the seat latch holding. I rolled over at Moab and all the tools I had under the seat decided to become airborne. I would hate to have jack chasing me around the passenger compartment.

[Cottontail]

Thinking outloud....

Is there anyway that you could permently mount a gun rack to a rear compartment side window and secure the hi-jack to that?

May or may not work...

[Yucca-Man]

Is there anyway that you could permently mount a gun rack to a rear compartment side window and secure the hi-jack to that?I'd have to measure, but I'm pretty sure there's only about 60" from 'B' pillar to end of passenger area. At least, I think it's about 5 feet inside once I fold the seat down because at 6'4" I don't quit fit inside. A Hi-Lift at 48" would block the door, not to mention the weight of the jack would evercome most gun racks - you'd have to use heavier material than that. Finally, in the event you were rear-ended you'd have a 48" spear coming forward...I think I'll pass on that.

Along those lines, there's a TJ up here in NorCO with a Hi-Lift mounted fore-aft on the hood. To me, you're looking at the same problem if that is involved in an accident; Hi-Lift spear sticking through someone.

[XJWheelie]

Along those lines, there's a TJ up here in NorCO with a Hi-Lift mounted fore-aft on the hood. To me, you're looking at the same problem if that is involved in an accident; Hi-Lift spear sticking through someone.[/QUOTE]

Along those same lines maybe you could mount across the hood, or fabricate a mount and put it on the same plane above your front bumper, kinda' like the top bar of a brush guard.

Robert

[Ludakris]

Good call on the spear theory. I have a 2dr and was thinking of using the inside spare tire j bolt as one possible mounting point, then towards the b pillar. But after you brought it up, i dont think i want the end of that jack pointed at my back, or head. I guess I will go the roof rack route, when I get to it...

[87CherokeeChief]

if your going to put it under your rear seat and dont want it becoming a projectile im sure there is a way you can strap it down or even bolt it down...

[lankchevy]

i tried to put mine under my backseat but even with the base off of it i couldnt get the seat to latch on both sides without putting more presure on it than i was comfortable with. so i took the base off and put it laying on the floor, front to back, between the front passenger seat and the door. its not in the way, and even in a roll i dont think there is anyway it could jump out of its little slot and be a problem. the top of the jack is towards the front of the jeep, and the moving part of the jack is about 1/3 of the way up the bar or so, just to where its about even with the back of the front seat.

kolby

[aspera]

I'm still trying to figure out how I want to mount mine. Ideally, I'd be able to use the jack as a structural 'helper' when it is solidly bolted to the Jeep. I'd mount it as a rear bumper, but I'd rather keep it clean and rust free. Mounting it inside makes me worry about it becoming a missle hazard (FOD) during a wreck. I'd like to mount it to the rear footwell, so it would be a side impact beam/ torsional brace. That would also make it easy to access and keep the weight low and centered.

Its too bad the jack can't be mounted upright in the XJ. It would make a killer roll cage 'helper'. Hi-Jack needs to make special base plates for both ends of their jacks for this. Can you imagine 2 Hi-Lift jacks forming a 'V' or an 'A' behind the front seats? That would form a giant triangle to support the roof above your heads.

That makes me think of another oddball idea. How about an aluminum skidplate for the roof? Take a big piece of 3/16" aluminum alloy and bolt it to the flimsy roof (or rather through the roof to something solid). Bend the front edge to form a sun visor. It would make also be a sturdy place to mount lights. The whole idea is about using sheet aluminum and the I-beam of the Hi-Lift jack to help the tubes of the roll cage to do their job.

[aspera]

The longer Hi-Lift jacks might make pretty good rock rails.:)

[BrettM]

this is just like the "where to put the spare tire" thread. Just get an MJ and it's easy :D
http://www.xjdb.com/albums/upload/P1010015.jpg

that's a 60" one too. a great way to mount it is to make little risers with box tubing, with a 3/8 bolt welded to the top, but a swaybar or shock stud bushing on the bolt, put the high-lift on the bolts, put some big washers on, then 3/8 wing-nuts. it keeps it nice and secure and with the bushings there's no rattling.

[Red97XJ]

I can't believe I am the only one doing this, but must be. I want mine on the roof, but I am waiting for rack, so for now, my 48" is mounted behind the second row of seats on my 4dr. xj. Just put the base against the inside of fender well on drivers side, (the top piece has to have the bite bar at a 90 degree angle) the top will lie on top of the passenger fender well. It holds tight to back of seat, which is angled so it really doesn't take up to much cargo area, but can be a pain to get out if packed to hilt. I bungie top to seat latch in case of roll over, base will stay under tire. In front end collision, it would be perfect spot.

As a side note, I don't like it inside as if you ever use your jack, it gets muddy. C'mon, they are only 50 bucks to begin with, and it will outlast my kids life anyway.

Jason

[WrenchMonkey]

this is just like the "where to put the spare tire" thread. Just get an MJ and it's easy :D

...except that, like with the tire, the whole problem stems from the need these guys have to preserve the BACK SEAT...

I've stripped mine down to a two seater too, so I have all kinds of room for the jack, the tire, the toolbox, and the groceries.

Even in the rain... :D

Robert

[yuppiexj]

I can't believe I am the only one doing this, but must be. I want mine on the roof, but I am waiting for rack, so for now, my 48" is mounted behind the second row of seats on my 4dr. xj. Just put the base against the inside of fender well on drivers side, (the top piece has to have the bite bar at a 90 degree angle) the top will lie on top of the passenger fender well. It holds tight to back of seat, which is angled so it really doesn't take up to much cargo area, but can be a pain to get out if packed to hilt. I bungie top to seat latch in case of roll over, base will stay under tire. In front end collision, it would be perfect spot.

As a side note, I don't like it inside as if you ever use your jack, it gets muddy. C'mon, they are only 50 bucks to begin with, and it will outlast my kids life anyway.

Jason

I have 2 kids car seats in the back of my Heep

I mounted mine on the rear seat back... I pulled the seat back out unzipped the uphoulstry (sp), drilled, then welded 2 bolt into the metal seat frame. I punched 2 holes in the fabric and It bolts to the seat itself...I'll post pics later. the only downside is folding the seat down quietly it kinda difficult.

[Brian Carpenter]

I saved the back seat (for friends to get dirty in) and added a storeage box built out of plywood behind the back seat (for rollover safety I want it all contained) that fits the cooler tight, the tool box tight, has a fold down lunch counter, and everything.. Even with all this behind the seat, there is still enough room to lay the jack under the spare tire between the taillights and bolt it to the countertop. It is the first thing you see when you need it.. easy access even in the mud you can always open the hatch. the kids don't need to get out. and it only gets the last 6" dirty when its been raining the entire week before you went wheeling.
:guitar: Rock ON

[Yucca-Man]

I saved the back seat (for friends to get dirty in) and added a storeage box built out of plywood behind the back seat (for rollover safety I want it all contained) that fits the cooler tight, the tool box tight, has a fold down lunch counter, and everything.. Even with all this behind the seat, there is still enough room to lay the jack under the spare tire between the taillights and bolt it to the countertop. It is the first thing you see when you need it.. easy access even in the mud you can always open the hatch. the kids don't need to get out. and it only gets the last 6" dirty when its been raining the entire week before you went wheeling.
:guitar: Rock ONBrian, I did a storage box in the back of mine also (http://www.yuccaman.com/jeep/storage.html) and was looking for some ideas for a "lunch counter" if you're referring to what I think you are. Got pics?

[kewlkatdady]

anybody ever thought about mounting it the the inside of the rear hatch?

mine is layin cross ways directly behind the rear seat... but this thread gave me an idea. Is there anything the bolt it to and the back hatch?????

[y2kxj]

found this idea http://www.dpgoffroad.com/tech/interior-mnt.html

[old_man]

Inside the hatch is a bad idea. The hinges are crap anyway and the door is fiberglass and prone to cracks. You would have to double up on the nitrogen springs to get it open. If it's inside, you really need to bolt it to something substantial. A trail roll over at a half mile per hour is one thing, rolling it at 50 is quite another.

Just picture a frog in a blender for the effect. :anon:

[dogtired]

anybody ever thought about mounting it the the inside of the rear hatch?

mine is layin cross ways directly behind the rear seat... but this thread gave me an idea. Is there anything the bolt it to and the back hatch?????
I wouldn't do that... more weight and stress on the hatch, it's already too heavy as it is. Besides, why would you want to have a hi-lift over your head? That's just asking for trouble, maybe you should get a good :twak: in the noggin to make you realize you shouldn't put one in there. :rolleyes:

hmm other reasons NOT to put on a hatch:
less head clearance, unless you are short
arms aching in propping the d@mn hatch cause the hatch shocks are worn out prematurely

I guess common sense just goes out the window :rolleyes: :dunno:

:viking:

[sidriptide]

i had to go over-kill and get the 60"... now look where it has to ride...

it doesnt actually get in my line-of-site often, but i will be painting it black to reduce the "hey-cop-look-at-me" red flag effect...


http://www.fototime.com/ftweb/bin/ft.dll/standard?pictid={1452B3E7-6855-4976-9DA7-1668102A59B0}&exp=f&moddt=38158.1658091204

yeah its a poser shot but it gives a good angle to see the jack mounting....

mike

[Dano]

http://www.midwestjeepthing.com/jeep/member/images/dano/moab-goldenstairs.jpg
Golden stairs...
:bunny:

[sidriptide]

i didnt want anymore weight n the roof than i already had...

mike

[Ramsey]

how did you put it on the hood, it looks nice, and is your tire just sitting on the factory roof rails.

[XJWheelie]

how did you put it on the hood, it looks nice, and is your tire just sitting on the factory roof rails.

It looks like the tire is mounted using a tire mount that Jeep had for at least one year as a dealer installed factory option. I've got the same mount on my 2001. It's a pretty decent mount, but it seems like the instructions say something about not exceeding a certain sized tire and if memory serves me correctly it's not a very big tire that it lists as the max.

Robert

[lapaul]

I built a shelf in the rear compartment to hold all my tools.
The shelf is plywood, and held up by two 2" thick boards. The shelf overlaps the boards in the rear so there is an overhang, and I keep by hi lift, crow bar and other things in the rear behind the upright boards and under the overhang.

The plywood on top is held down by straps, which are hooked onto the brackets that come with the xj. I keep my tools and other items in many miscellanious small tool boxes and bags, and the two uprights divide the space into three areas, which works pretty well.

Everything is reasonably accessable, and the plywood and straps hold everything including the hi lift down. Just to be sure I tie down the hi lift, crow bar etc, using some cord and the two brackets in the back,

[Ludakris]

how do you open your hood with that thing on there? does someone hold the release as you pull up on it? the roof is only another 18" higher and the weight would be more to the back of the truck, I think i would have gone a different route, but i have thought of lights out there, like the Wrangler hood hinge mounts....

[minerjeepguy]

On my 95 I have my Hi-Lift laying right in front of the rear hatch. The top of the jack fits between the rear pillar molding and the gas filler molding and the base fits nicely in the molding cutout that was used for multi-disc changers and storage. There was even enough room in the cutout that I mounted a decent size fire exinguisher in there as well.

[y2kxj]

here's one like miner has http://www.imajeep.com/hi_lift_jack/Hi-Lift1.jpg

[sidriptide]

i mounted it across the hood with the 4Xmount brackets from highlift.. i was going to put it on the front bumper but i didnt want to use it as a bashbar... and it is close enough to the hinges that it doesnt affect the hood opening.. it a lil heavier but not much... the tire is on the roof with a MOPAR tire carrier.... not sure what the actual size rating is for it but i have a 33x10.50 up there with no problems... the only issue i had was that the XJ is an 87 and the carrier is designed for the "newer" style raised roof rails not the flat ones that came OEM in 87.. so i got a roof rack off a wrecked 96 and i only needed to drill 4 holes and all the others lined up with the factory holes... i replaced the original rubber nut/bushings with stainless hardware and fender washers to hole the weight of the tire from ripping out the old worn bushings....

mike

[aspera]

i had to go over-kill and get the 60"... now look where it has to ride...

it doesnt actually get in my line-of-site often, but i will be painting it black to reduce the "hey-cop-look-at-me" red flag effect...


http://www.fototime.com/ftweb/bin/ft.dll/standard?pictid={1452B3E7-6855-4976-9DA7-1668102A59B0}&exp=f&moddt=38158.1658091204

yeah its a poser shot but it gives a good angle to see the jack mounting....

mike

That doesn't seem too bad for an offroad rig, but I'd never want to drive on the road with that. The HiLift jack is about the most dangerous piece of equipment that I can think of to have bouncing around in a wreck. Now, for offroad I think it makes a lot of sense. The jack is high and dry. It is easy to get to. It stays outside when you get it dirty. Those are all good things.

A hood mount might work even better if it were tied into an exo-cage.

[Brian Carpenter]

Brian, I did a storage box in the back of mine also (http://www.yuccaman.com/jeep/storage.html) and was looking for some ideas for a "lunch counter" if you're referring to what I think you are. Got pics?


Sorry, Not cool enough to post pics..
Basically it is a wide plastic coated board that lays out like a hideaway desk. folds up and out of the way against the box then lays out over the bumper hanging on 2 chains as a clean surface to make lunch on. My box is about 16" tall, so the counter is that long... won't hold up my big butt, but it does ok with buns on it.

[Yucca-Man]

My box is about 16" tall, so the counter is that long... won't hold up my big butt, but it does ok with buns on it.Gotcha - wasn't sure if it was drop-down or pullout. I'm looking for pullout ideas for mine because the overall height isn't too much but I'd like to be able to work back there instead of directly on top of the box lid.

Jim

[OT]

Gotcha - wasn't sure if it was drop-down or pullout. I'm looking for pullout ideas for mine because the overall height isn't too much but I'd like to be able to work back there instead of directly on top of the box lid.

Jim
Check with Dan Starc.

You can't see it well here, but his lunch counter sure comes in handy.
I believe it is a tube frame with a sheetmetal counter surface.

http://www.savepic.com/freepicturehosting/is.php?i=132138&img=HPIM0361.jpg

[Goatman]

If you want to keep it inside, it will fit nicely on the floor across the back just inside of the rear hatch (with the base on). I kept mine there for a long time with no issues, and it was easy to get to.

Now, mine is mounted across the front, above the bumper, on two posts that I made and secured with wing nuts. Other people use mine a lot, since it's easy to get to........much easier than digging theirs out from under something inside of their rig. :D

http://fototime.com/1AAC5F914A66680/standard.jpg

[aspera]

See, I like that. Not only is it a jack, but a brush guard too.

[jammerjamesharmon]

http://www.geocities.com/jammerjamesharmonx4/HighLiftTailLight.jpg



james

www.geocities.com/jammerjamesharmon

[Ludakris]

Since the tire mount thread is still going strong.. I thought I would be a peach and revive this one....
My hi-lift is currently mounted to my friends Discovery, on the roof rack.

[armchairkrawler]

As much as everyone here likes to DIY, this may be off base: Formatt Fab makes a mount that bolts in behind the latch bars for the top of the back seat. The jack bolts in across the vehicle, below the top edge of the seat. I ordered one... $40+shipping. It's inside, always with me. Probably limited to the 48" model, but I only have 3.5" of lift. HTH

[Lawn Cher']

When mounting a Hi-Lift, be very careful not to get your hootus caught in the mechanism. That smarts!

[C85D4x4]

well.........i dont know about you, but i really dont work on my jeep in the nude.......so i would find it hard to get my hootus in the way











but when i rust proof.........thats a different story

[cjohnson]

I found this one the other day. I'm surprised no one's mentioned it yet with all the formatt fans on this board. If I ever get a rear bumper to hold my spare I'll take the rack off the top and use this to mount the hilift inside--I think this is the best/safest interior option for the hilift.

http://www.formattfab.com

[armchairkrawler]

Beat you to it, cjohnson, take a look 4 posts above you. Its supposed to be on it's way, I'll try to post up some pics when I get it installed.

[cjohnson]

Let me know how that formatt one works. I'm really interested to see how it goes. Not a bad price either when compared to other hilift mounting stuff.

[dfreeman616]

i was thinking of making something like the format fab mount (which is at http://www.formattfab.com/product_hi_lift.htm for anyone who wants a direct link). my concern is how it works with a spare in the stock location, since that's my only option at the moment. that, and being hard to get to when loaded down with stuff.

[Timber]

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y29/toledotimber/jack.jpg Here's mine. I don't think the FormattFab one will work with a fullsize spare in place, but I can't say for sure. I was thinking of making my own, too, until that occurred to me.

[cjohnson]

I used to have mine mounted like that on the front, but it was always covered in mud and wouldn't work when I needed it--either that or it was under water/mud when I wanted to use it. I've had good luck with it mounted on the roof rack or now inside mounted to a rack i have over the cargo section.

[armchairkrawler]

My full size (if you call 235/75/15 full size) fits fine. I just have to put the jack handle urethane spacer in the right spot, or it won't. Without the mount I think you can put a 30" tire in the factory spot, but I don't think it will fit with the mount installed.

[norcal420]

Here's mine:

http://myweb.cableone.net/norcal/Sundry/hi%20lift.jpg

DR

[dfreeman616]

i have a 30" spare in there right now, and it's really tight, so again, not sure on the format fab fit. i also want it inside because this is the rust belt here, and i don't want to worry about someone stealing it easily.

[Starboard M]

NorCal, what is the upper bolt attatched to?

[Phantom]

Here's mine:

http://myweb.cableone.net/norcal/Sundry/hi%20lift.jpg

DR


Good idea, does it rattle?

[MontanaXJ]

Here's a couple options, 1 inside and 1 outside.

http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/8/web/740000-740999/740330_230_full.jpg
http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/8/web/740000-740999/740330_231_full.jpg

Greg

[uvaldetxj]

http://www.dpgoffroad.com/tech/mnt3.jpg

I think hi-lift is going to get out on parole in 2006.

[fordtech]

I used the 'behind the rear seat on top of the wheelwell' option.... I have a 30" spare, the base of the highlift is wedged behind the spare and between the spare and rear seat, it goes across the back with the handle facing up, over to the passenger rear wheel well. I have a really heavy ziptie holding the end tight to the seat bracket just to keep it tight to the seat. It is in there pretty tight. Ill try to get a pic on my cardomain sight soon.

[norcal420]

Good idea, does it rattle?

Thanks. Nope. I bought one of those daystar handle holders ($10) from Quadratec and I use a bungee cord at the bottom. No noise.

NorCal, what is the upper bolt attatched to?

Nothing, that's the clam clevis attachment for the hi-lift. It's wedged against the rear passenger "oh sh*t" handle and the rear hatch. Actually it's the small ledge to the left of the hatch. I used the stock tire holder and tightened it down... that's it.

I can even lean a 33*12.5*15 in the stock location and tie it down w/ a rachet strap, but the rear seat won't fold up.

DR

[jxj]

Hey MontanaXJ
Is that Rigidico's Rear bumper and carrier. That looks excellent. I have the setup on order but only seen pics on the earlier models. Any problems/concerns with the bumper and carrier? Don't want to offend anyone for posting this comment on this thread but I think that looks great and the mounting is second to none. Thanks MontanaXJ for any comments.

[aroncull]

anybody have the garvin roof rack mount?
just curious what it looks like. Seems to hold the hi lift above the rack.. seems dumb to me.....

I think ill end up mounting mine in the middle of the roof rack....to the floor or something..

aaron

[spaulman]

anybody have the garvin roof rack mount?
just curious what it looks like. Seems to hold the hi lift above the rack.. seems dumb to me.....

I think ill end up mounting mine in the middle of the roof rack....to the floor or something..

aaron

I ended up mounting mine on the rear of the Garvin rack. I thought the Garvin mount was way overpriced. I put two bolts through the holes in the rear of the rack. I seem to recall having to drill the holes out just slightly. I believe that I used 7/16" bolts (whatever fits in the holes of the hi-lift). The holes on the hi-lift line up with the holes on the rack. I just used wingnuts with lock washers to keep the hi-lift in place. Simple and cheap - only cost a few bucks. I have the rack off of the XJ right now but could probably snap a couple of pics if it doesn't make sense.

I actually have a Rigid rear bumper w/tire and hi-lift carrier on order. I'm trying to decide if I'm going to keep the Garvin rack or sell it. The XJ fits in the garage without the rack which is nice when it is raining or snowing outside.

[afd516]

Scroll down to part numper blm4x400. These are what I choose and they work great.

http://store.summitracing.com/default.asp?Ntt=hi+lift&x=0&y=0&searchinresults=false&Ntk=KeywordSearch&DDS=1&N=115&target=egnsearch.asp

As far as the accident thing, shit happens. I see it all the time at work. As you know, most of the time it is avoidable and there are idiots on the road. Pay attention to your driving and what is going on around you and you lesson your chance of getting in an accident by being an observant, defensive driver.

With that being said, I can not think of a better place to mount it than on the hood. Just point the tooth? foward on the passenger side and mount it as close to the wind as you can with the hood open all the way. This is very convenient.

http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b6/afd516/DSCF1378.jpg

[OT]

I think you should strip your interior and put the HiLift right where the seat used to be.

http://www.savepic.com/freepicturehosting/is.php?i=360440&img=HPIM1084.jpg

[afd516]

I think you should strip your interior and put the HiLift right where the seat used to be.


Not everybody is willing to strip thier interior like us. If they would it would make things a whole lot eisier on them. They are worried about heat and road noise and bla bla bla. :laugh3: It opens up so many options.

[flash_gordon]

Just get one of these!
http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b360/subyshawn/DSCF0646.jpg

[Cupcake]

does anyone see anything wrong with mounting the hi-lift on the front of the front bumper?

cupcake

[OT]

does anyone see anything wrong with mounting the hi-lift on the front of the front bumper?

cupcake
There's nothing wrong with mounting a HiLift on the front bumper.
On top, it keeps the salt, mud, and bugs out of you radiator, on bottom, it keeps pesky things like rocks from denting your bumper.

[dfreeman616]

Just get one of these!
http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b360/subyshawn/DSCF0646.jpg

which is...? (brand/place to get would be helpful)

[53guy]

Good idea, does it rattle?

I thought this idea was the shat (keeps it inside so its easy to get to in all situations and its out of the way), so i went to Lowes and got a 3/8 x 6" bolt, 2 fender washers, a nylon locking nut, lockwasher, a small 3/8 washer, and a wing nut, bent the bolt in a 90* angle, put it in the spare tire holes, put the tip of my high lift in the Oh Crap handle so it wont fly around, tighten and its good. total cost was $2.45! now thats a high lift bracket. it would have been cheaper if i had kept the spare tire mounting bolt and hardware, but that went out the door along with the 235/75R15's, lol. as far as order of install goes, it went nylon nut ran down about 2" from the trim, fender washer, high lift, fender washer, lock washer, small 3/8 washer, wing nut. this stuff doesnt make a noise. its really quiet and doesnt get in the way of any seat belt or passanger's head. as far as the handle goes, i zip tied it so it wouldn't make a noise.

[MontanaXJ]

Hey MontanaXJ
Is that Rigidico's Rear bumper and carrier. That looks excellent. I have the setup on order but only seen pics on the earlier models. Any problems/concerns with the bumper and carrier? Don't want to offend anyone for posting this comment on this thread but I think that looks great and the mounting is second to none. Thanks MontanaXJ for any comments.
Yup. I was the first customer to mount the system on a late model. It interfered with the wiper arm and the license plate light cover. As a result the tire carrier had to be redesigned for the late model hatch. I worked with Terry so that he could redesign the swing arm and now it fits great with no issues.

Greg

[flash_gordon]

Custom made by http://www.armorology.com/
http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b360/subyshawn/DSCF0646.jpg
I love it!
Shawn

[dfreeman616]

thanks, altho it then leaves the obvious problem of storage space.