19" Maxxis AT Tyres

I have a little 2T bottle jack. It doesnt quite lift the rear wheels off in access mode, so needs a two stage lift.

If im only changing a tyre, i stick it under the control arm in normal or off road height. Jack it up an inch or so before you start, stick it under the arm (theres a little oval indent which i use, as it looks strong). Jack it up until the car self levels and viola! It lifts the wheel off the ground for you :)

You do have to be careful with jack placement, as when at off road height the control arm isnt flat, and it can shift, but its the only hard part.

Cheers

Dan

I used off-road height.The front worked ok with no block,had the screw extension on the jack fully wound out.On the rears it just lifted the rear enough to possibly get the stock wheel off with a fight,the new slightly taller wheels wouldnt have gone back on.From memory we got 6t squat Kinchrome jacks when we got the adaptors made.A pair of 1 and 2" blocks should make the jack suitable in most situations.
One can no longer rely on white posts on the side of the road,they are now metal or plastic:(:(:(:(:(:(:(
Andrew

Geez Tombie,that looks bloody dangerous.:(
And a situation i wouldn't want to be in.

I always carry two pieces of 20mm ply,around 350 mm in diameter.
One piece on top of the other provides a smooth base for a jack.Helpfull off road.

Haven't had to use it on the D4 jack,but has been handy for others.

In fact,have only used the D4 jack once,and that was in the carport to remove a wheel that had a slow leak for repair.

Must be the 17's:angel: and a bit of luck:)

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Originally Posted by Jaybee

My thinking is that most likely a 2 ton jack wont have enough lift, but then I haven't researched that yet.

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Originally Posted by LandyAndy

When looking for a hydraulic jack look for a 2 stage lift.I used my kinchrome jack and adaptor for the first time to swap my GOE wheels.On the front the jack did the job,just.On the back it was too short and needed a 1" block to get the wheel clear.

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This is one of the best 2t two-stage bottle jacks (for extension): Omega 2t
More details in this thread: New Jack Option

But note that it still only just does it and the 1" block is a good idea so the jack is not at full/max extension.
And using the suspension arms works well with a lot less jack extension.

Cheers,
Scott

That would be this jack..

Works a treat - had to machine Landy Andys adapter out to 32.2mm but that was a doddle- just visited mates at the plant [emoji41]

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Anyone who is thinking of getting the 19" Maxxis, there are apparently only 8 left in Australia. I think they are in Adelaide, not sure what retailer has them.
I have just ordered mine, won't be here for two weeks.
Cheers
Scott.

Managed to feel the side walls before going on and couldn't believe the difference compared to the Hankooks. They are a lot stiffer, thicker and generally felt stronger. This gives me a heap more confidence for when I do the Gibb in four weeks.
Cheers
Scott

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Originally Posted by scomac

Managed to feel the side walls before going on and couldn't believe the difference compared to the Hankooks. They are a lot stiffer, thicker and generally felt stronger. This gives me a heap more confidence for when I do the Gibb in four weeks.
Cheers
Scott

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Would be interesting to hear your comments on the difference in road manners/noise etc. If the sidewalls are stiffer do you think they give a stiffer/rougher ride as a consequence?

Did you ask the dealer about getting replacement tyres in areas such as where you are going? Especially since they were supposedly the last few in Oz.

Sitting in the waiting room as we speak. I have two spares, not the Maxxis but will do as an emergency. Have another Maxxis on back order. Had the LTZ's on so will let you know the difference in ride quality soon.
Cheers
Scott

So just based on the 15min trip home, the Maxxis are a little noisier and the ride is a little harsher, compared to the LTZ's as to be expected. What stood out was the D4 felt a lot more stable when cornering. Pressures were set at 34Psi from tyre shop. I will play with these to see what suits best.
Cheers
Scott.