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Thread: Low Profile jacks: Schwaben VS. AC Hydraulic VS. ??

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    Low Profile jacks: Schwaben VS. AC Hydraulic VS. ??

    My son and I are looking to but a really goody low-profile floor jack to use on our 911s. I've heard good things about the above mentioned brands, but was hoping to get some of your real-world experiences and suggestions...so go for it.

    While we are at it...what are your favored jack stands.
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    Check out www.audettecollection.com products in his Best-in- Class Premier Products Line.

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    Love the garage journal forum. Thread on jack stands recently. ESCO seems to be popular.

    https://www.garagejournal.com/forum/...ght=Floor+jack

    I have an aluminum Arcan 3ton low profile jack which I use the most as it's light. Have an older low profile Blackhawk but don't pull it out much. Both have been good.

    If it matters to you, Schwaben is mostly made in China where AC Hydraulic seems to be made in Denmark.
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    I have two AC Hydraulics floor jacks. DK20 and the DK13HLQ. Both have been fantastic. Highly recommended. I also use ESCO jackstands. Currently using a BendPak MD-6XP scissor lift.....better yet.
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    We ended up buying a DK20Q And 4 Esco jack stands. Thanks all for the advice
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    Quote Originally Posted by rattlecan View Post
    Check out www.audettecollection.com products in his Best-in- Class Premier Products Line.
    Thanks the mention. Here’s a direct link to the store:

    www.911bestinclass.com

    I’ve sold a number of these jacks. People who like them are fanatical about them. They’re used by racers a lot.

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