What is the best Jack to carry in your Tacoma??

So started driving my First Gen Tacoma again, and noticed I need a jack..What's a good jack that's not to too big, but is tall enough still to jack up the truck, and don't cost 400 plus dollars..?just a good old getter done jack that's reliable..
Any suggestions ??

 

A bottle jack was the factory choice.
Unless you have a high lift.
Just find a like new one from a Tacoma, 4Runner or similar hight vehicle.
Make sure the jack will fit under the lift point when the tire is flat. Or carry a block of wood to drive up on so the jack will fit.
Make sure the previous owner left the correct size
lug wrench. I add a set of light duty gloves too.

 

I bought the truck new in 2003,i do still have a bottle jack,,
I'm looking for a recommendation on a small 2-3 ton floor jack style jack that is good, safe ,reliable jack,,that's all. Just looking for suggestions

 

I know people have really liked the daytona floor jack from harbor freight

 

It's what I use and it's great.

Just as long as I jack it up from the front crossmember or rear diff I'm good; anywhere else and the jack isn't tall enough.

 

I was looking at that jack at harbor freight online, and it has good reviews, Thanks for the info guys...,this helps!!

 

Jack Daniels

 

Just make sure you take the proper precautions when working underneath your truck.

Ensure that you understand that a jack is only for lifting your vehicle, not supporting it.

Jack stands are also rated as a "set" or "pair"; when you buy a set of 3 ton jack stands...that doesn't mean that each one can handle 3 tons.

I also like to put my tires underneath the frame if I've got them off as extra...

 

I suggest the new ARB jack. Costs more than $400.00 yet is far more practical for most IFS lifts/ SAS/SAC applications and is a safe unit to operate.
As most on here, our trucks progressed through ambition and wants... this jack covers them all.

Good luck with your choice.

 

I saw that; have you used it?

 

Thanks,!!
All good info for sure,
Im getting ready to install some new Deaver Leaf springs next week, Those little Tips help..
Safety First.!!

 

Then here's another bit of helpful info;

Buy 2 sets of jackstands; a smaller set for your axle.

When you lift your truck, lift it a good deal more than you think you need to and set the larger jack stands under your frame.

You'll need some clearance to manipulate the rear axle when installing a flexible leaf pack in order to get everything lined up and installed.

 

I saw that ARB jack. Thanks the real deal!!!Just alittle out of the price range rite now, just bought new Transmission, and Deaver rear leaf springs..
They do make this cool trail style blatter bag that runs of the exhaust to lift truck, thought that was kind of cool

 

I have a good shop jack now and two bigger style jack stands, when I go to get a new floor jack to carry in the truck,ill get some little jack stands too..
Makes since what your saying,thanks!!

 

Not a service jack recomendation but for tire changing service. I prefer a mechanical bottle style jack with a solid wood block under it. No hydraulic seals to leak and much safer then sisicors type. I have an old one from a chevy van I got out of a junk yard years ago.

 

Yes I have. The adjustable 'foot' slides on the jack body. I grab my sliders and get almost two feet up of usable jack action.
Hell, my wife can pick it up.
Solid and far safer than my old hi-lift.

 

Floor jack for at home...but everyone needs a portable jack as well in case you get a flat on the road or something. Doubt you want to carry a big heavy floor jack around with you everywhere you go, especially when space is limited in the 1st gens

I have a Hi Lift I keep bolted to my bed rack that I use when away from home, but not everyone is fond of Hi Lifts. They can be finicky and dangerous if you don't use them properly.

You can get bottle jacks that are bigger/taller than the factory one, if I didn't carry a Hi Lift that's what I'd probably get for a portable jack.

 

I have the Pittsburgh 3 ton floor jack and have no complaints. I purchased the Yellow Super Duty Daytona floor jack (only comes in 1 color $209) 6 months ago and love it. Plus it's made in the same factory as the Snap On version (Snap On sued HF over this jack and I believe they settled).

 

Hi Lift for me, but I have sliders as jack points. The stock bottle jack doesn't have enough elevation for me to use, and has a less stable base than my Hi Lift.

 

I have a 12ton bottle jack and a few scrap pieces of lumber. 6”x4” and a couple pieces of 2x4.
I have a tool box in the bed. So my setup might not be well suited for in cab.