HILIFT JACK MOUNT AND FOOT

PARTS & SUPPLIES NEEDED
48" Hi-Lift JackŪ
Hi-Lift JackŪ Bumper Mount 4xRac (with mounting bolts)
2 - Daystar Jack Handle Isolator in Black for Hi-Lift JackŪ
Poly/Nylon stock 2"x12x10.5
2 -3" Bolts (attach nylon to tailgate)

TOOLS NEEDED
Assorted Sockets
Drill & Drill Bits
Router or someone that can shape the poly/nylon for you

There really isn't much tech here but here are a few pointers.

1. I bought my jack used the the guy gave me the foot for it, so I can't be of too much help on this. However I have talked to other people that have gotten the stock pieces from misc sources and either used a router to cut it or brought it to a shop. All you want to do is expand the footing you jack will use, so one side of the block gets routed out 1/2" in the shape of the jack foot. The other side gets groves cut in it. Anyway, it's a simple piece and if you can't get it done cheaply you can buy one. I drilled a few holes in mine and mounted it to the tailgate. Not only does it get it out of the way, but it also helps act as a backstop when I slam my carrier closed.


2. Where you mount the jack is up to you but I chose this location for several reasons. I didn't want more weight up front. I didn't want it damaged if I hit a tree, so the bumper was out. Some guys mount theirs vertically on the rear bars but I wanted ot hide mine undfer a tonneau. Anyway, to mount the jack itself, make sure you have your back seat in when mark your drill holes. You will need to pull down your wheel well inserts, so if you have no lift you may need to pull your wheels/tires. If you have short arms you'll want a friend too. I got two isolators because my jack rattles if I just use one. The isolators were not in when I took the pic and I tried zip ties ... which can be a PITA later. Anyway, the 48" jack will fit perfectly between the rear bars if you move it up a few clicks. Also, mounted here, it fits perfectly under a tonneau cover.