Off Road Jack Recommendations

There is not really 1 jack that can do everything in every situation. A high lift jack is good for high vehicles but if not used properly can be dangerous, a good bottle jack is great but can be hard to use on uneven surfaces. An air jack ( bag) is good light weight option but in rocky areas could puncture. There has been folks using this one it is a floor jack style. https://www.proeagle.com/products/3...15NCkIVVtFwJpXmXvhC0xSORcNfUWixRoC1wMQAvD_BwE

If it were me and I was wheeling without another vehicle I would have at least two types of jacks a good bottle jack and an air jack. If I didn’t have a winch you can use a high lift for that operation so one of those might be a nice thing to have. I guess it really depends on what you are doing with the jack, recovery or tire replacement if it is tire replacement I would get a good plug kit and a compressor.

I love everything that Jakob has said above. 100% agree.

My suggestion is very pricey, but, if you are okay with that, the folks at ARB really know what they're doing. The Australians are really really into the off-road technology, culture, and needs.

That said, this could be complete overkill for you, because, as Jakob points out, you did not really give us a lot to go on. So, I'm imagining you are traversing through Moab, then through the Rockies, perhaps illegally through the Grand Canyon, and maybe shipping your Bronco to Aus to experience the Outback for yourself with a stop over in parts of Africa... because those are my dreams (although sticking to just #'Merica is really all I'll ever accomplish).

ARB Jack

Irishdore

I love everything that Jakob has said above. 100% agree.

My suggestion is very pricey, but, if you are okay with that, the folks at ARB really know what they're doing. The Australians are really really into the off-road technology, culture, and needs.

That said, this could be complete overkill for you, because, as Jakob points out, you did not really give us a lot to go on. So, I'm imagining you are traversing through Moab, then through the Rockies, perhaps illegally through the Grand Canyon, and maybe shipping your Bronco to Aus to experience the Outback for yourself with a stop over in parts of Africa... because those are my dreams (although sticking to just #'Merica is really all I'll ever accomplish).

ARB Jack

Sorry I didn't provide more information above. My wife and I are actually driving back out west in three weeks to spend a month at Lake Tahoe. We recently sold our home there, but we will vacation there at least once a year. We are also going to spend a month visiting Zion, Bryce Canyon, Antelope Canyon, Grand Canyon, Monument Valley, Joshua Tree, Death Valley, Moab, Arches, Canyonland. We've been to most of these places a couple of times, however our daughter is linking up with us in Tahoe and will be with us for most of the trip back across country to experience these awesome locations!

I just purchased a ARB twin mount compressor, which, I'll install this weekend. Also, I recently mounted a Rough Country High Mount 12,000lb Winch and have a tire plug kit and recovery kit.

I like the idea of the carrying a bottle jack and air jack! Thanks for the ARB Jack link above!

I really appreciate everything you and Jakob said!

Jakob1972

There is not really 1 jack that can do everything in every situation. A high lift jack is good for high vehicles but if not used properly can be dangerous, a good bottle jack is great but can be hard to use on uneven surfaces. An air jack ( bag) is good light weight option but in rocky areas could puncture. There has been folks using this one it is a floor jack style. https://www.proeagle.com/products/3...15NCkIVVtFwJpXmXvhC0xSORcNfUWixRoC1wMQAvD_BwE

If it were me and I was wheeling without another vehicle I would have at least two types of jacks a good bottle jack and an air jack. If I didn’t have a winch you can use a high lift for that operation so one of those might be a nice thing to have. I guess it really depends on what you are doing with the jack, recovery or tire replacement if it is tire replacement I would get a good plug kit and a compressor.

Hey, Jakob, thanks for your insight and recommendations! It's greatly appreciated!!

See pics and link below of our simple and affordable jack hack we discovered a year ago.

If running stock tire/suspension configuration on up to 37s with 3 inch suspension lift all you need is the OEM jack ford provides + Hi-lift jack BASE in link below ($25). This is a safe way to lift the vehicle in mild to easy off pavement conditions. Plus all you need to bring with you is the jack base and your OEM jack from ford. Easy. Works. Lifted my 37 9ff the ground with another 1-2 inches to go.

Note you have to flip the jack base upside down and used one of the hand screws that hold your OEM jack in place to help hold the jack in place on the jack base. The other hand screw is used to secure the extender ford provides with your jack. See pics

https://www.amazon.com/Lifting-Jack...hvlocphy=&hvtargid=pla-4583520391027743&psc=1

Jumpmasterken27

Sorry I didn't provide more information above. My wife and I are actually driving back out west in three weeks to spend a month at Lake Tahoe. We recently sold our home there, but we will vacation there at least once a year. We are also going to spend a month visiting Zion, Bryce Canyon, Antelope Canyon, Grand Canyon, Monument Valley, Joshua Tree, Death Valley, Moab, Arches, Canyonland. We've been to most of these places a couple of times, however our daughter is linking up with us in Tahoe and will be with us for most of the trip back across country to experience these awesome locations!

I just purchased a ARB twin mount compressor, which, I'll install this weekend. Also, I recently mounted a Rough Country High Mount 12,000lb Winch and have a tire plug kit and recovery kit.

I like the idea of the carrying a bottle jack and air jack! Thanks for the ARB Jack link above!

I really appreciate everything you and Jakob said!

I was really close sans the illegal Grand Canyon'ing and the shipping to Africa and Australia...

Full disclosure, I have a man crush on ARB products. But, I also believe in them and have used them in the past (on Jeeps).

Irishdore

I was really close sans the illegal Grand Canyon'ing and the shipping to Africa and Australia...

Full disclosure, I have a man crush on ARB products. But, I also believe in them and have used them in the past (on Jeeps).

Yes, you were really close. When I first read your post I was think how does he know our trip plans, lol.

NT AUTOMOTIVE

See pics and link below of our simple and affordable jack hack we discovered a year ago.

If running stock tire/suspension configuration on up to 37s with 3 inch suspension lift all you need is the OEM jack ford provides + Hi-lift jack BASE in link below ($25). This is a safe way to lift the vehicle in mild to easy off pavement conditions. Plus all you need to bring with you is the jack base and your OEM jack from ford. Easy. Works. Lifted my 37 9ff the ground with another 1-2 inches to go.

Note you have to flip the jack base upside down and used one of the hand screws that hold your OEM jack in place to help hold the jack in place on the jack base. The other hand screw is used to secure the extender ford provides with your jack. See pics

https://www.amazon.com/Lifting-Jack...hvlocphy=&hvtargid=pla-4583520391027743&psc=1

Thanks for this information, link and the photos! I appreciate it!

here is an article that talks about most types of jacks. Gives pros and cons
https://www.treadmagazine.com/vehicle-parts/accessories/top-tire-jacks/

Jumpmasterken27

Looking for recommendations on Off Road jacks. I'm usually running solo (one vehicle), but with a family member or a friend. Thanks!

My bagged tire change kit consists of dedicated lug nut wrenches & socket (i hate OEM tire wrenches) 12Ton USJack.com bottle jack (8 ton is fine, but I like the handle), a Jack Buddy rear axle saddle, 2 ea 12" square x 1.5" jack planks. The OEM jack stays buried under the floor. The planks are for use in the sand, where I usually off road. I made the planks with 3/4" plywood, lots of epoxy, then sprinkled with deck non-skid. (Spray rubber would also work). I used the kit once, to change the tire at a rest area on the highway.

Lakesinai

My bagged tire change kit consists of dedicated lug nut wrenches & socket (i hate OEM tire wrenches) 12Ton USJack.com bottle jack (8 ton is fine, but I like the handle), a Jack Buddy rear axle saddle, 2 ea 12" square x 1.5" jack planks. The OEM jack stays buried under the floor. The planks are for use in the sand, where I usually off road. I made the planks with 3/4" plywood, lots of epoxy, then sprinkled with deck non-skid. (Spray rubber would also work). I used the kit once, to change the tire at a rest area on the highway.

Thanks for sharing this!

Check out Safejacks.com for your bottle jack options. They are pricy but look like a quality product.
I'm about to pull the trigger on these but still trying to find out if they will fit in the compartment where the stock jack is/was.... I'd prefer the jack to the stowed away and not rolling around in the back....

NT AUTOMOTIVE

See pics and link below of our simple and affordable jack hack we discovered a year ago.

If running stock tire/suspension configuration on up to 37s with 3 inch suspension lift all you need is the OEM jack ford provides + Hi-lift jack BASE in link below ($25). This is a safe way to lift the vehicle in mild to easy off pavement conditions. Plus all you need to bring with you is the jack base and your OEM jack from ford. Easy. Works. Lifted my 37 9ff the ground with another 1-2 inches to go.

Note you have to flip the jack base upside down and used one of the hand screws that hold your OEM jack in place to help hold the jack in place on the jack base. The other hand screw is used to secure the extender ford provides with your jack. See pics

https://www.amazon.com/Lifting-Jack...hvlocphy=&hvtargid=pla-4583520391027743&psc=1

I think a couple of blocks of wood in the back suffice. But I'm a cheapskate. I use rocks for wheel chocks. But I do confess to admiring the Martha Stewart Tire Change Kit, available in Macho Camo.

Irishdore

I was really close sans the illegal Grand Canyon'ing and the shipping to Africa and Australia...

Full disclosure, I have a man crush on ARB products. But, I also believe in them and have used them in the past (on Jeeps).

An interesting off-pavement connection route between the southeast Utah parks to Tahoe is:
Take any number of attractive routes and connect with US 50 around Salina. Take US 50 west to Delta. There, you can take US 6 northeast to Little Sahara National Recreation Area, and/or find a set of unpaved roads north as follows (first four are all one road with name changes):
Desert Mountain Road (off Utah 174) to:
Golden Highway to:
Erickson Pass Road to:
Government Creek Road to:
Pony Express Historic Byway, where you head west.

These are all maintained unpaved roads, good for AWD in Baja mode. If you have Goodyear Territories, you'll chuck a lot of stones (got mudflaps?). You'll also have plenty of sideroads of lesser maintenance to explore, if you want, plus opportunities to go true cross-country, such as around the Dugway Range. Be sure to check out Fish Springs Wildlife Refuge. You'll pass the ruins of old Pony Express stations, plus preserved/reconstructed stations with info plaques. Look for elk, mule deer, and wild horses. If you decide to camp, you'll have a crystal-clear starscape. (New Moon on the 20th, first quarter on the 27th.) You'll skirt the restricted "Dugway Proving Ground," where the government plays with things polite society would rather not know about.
When you reach the little ranch town of Callao, you have a few routes to take you up to Gold Hill (a ghost town) or Ibapah (where they still practice polygamy), and you work west/northwesterly to US-93 in Nevada, which will take you to the small casino town of West Wendover. There you can get gas, provisions, lodging, and lose some money. If you have time, a little jaunt east to the Bonneville Salt Flats. Now it's I-80 due west to Reno!

The route is a lot of fun. It's high desert, and will be cold this time of year, but I think should be doable. Accuweather puts the temperature mid-40s days, 20s at night. You'll want at least 5 gallons of extra gas, starting on a full tank, plus water & food. Definitely "off the beaten track!"

Of course, you can do it the other way around, west to east. I recommend DeLorme's Utah Atlas & Gazetteer.

Happy adventuring!

BostonBadlands

I think a couple of blocks of wood in the back suffice. But I'm a cheapskate. I use rocks for wheel chocks. But I do confess to admiring the Martha Stewart Tire Change Kit, available in Macho Camo.

Good for you. Mr. Tough guy haha. Anyhow, for $25 the Hi Lift base works and not a pain to transport or operate. Probably better than a couple blocks that can shift easier if offroad

NT AUTOMOTIVE

Good for you. Mr. Tough guy haha. Anyhow, for $25 the Hi Lift base works and not a pain to transport or operate. Probably better than a couple blocks that can shift easier if offroad

It all depends on how you place them. Once they're bearing weight, provided you're in park, parking brake is on, and the wheel(s) chocked, it should be stable enough.
Okay, about this "tough guy" business. Seriously. I'm 75, in pretty good shape (most people guess I'm 60) and finding the muscle strength ain't what it used to be. I had a flat on Snake Valley Road (East), graded but unpaved road south of Callao, UT. (Google it-it's the middle of nowhere.) I dropped my spare, loosened the lug nuts, secured the truck--all that. Got the flat off, and found I couldn't quite get that Goodyear Territory lifted onto the lugs! Never had a problem replacing a flat in my life, now this--all by myself!
I found that I could lower the hub with the OEM scissor jack, then make micro-adjustments up-and-down, until the lugs were even with the spare, which I wiggled and wriggled until they were evened up. I then slid the spare onto the lugs, "scissored" it up a couple of inches, and proceeded to secure the lugnuts in the usual way.
So I appreciate your enthusiasm for exotic (and often pricey) jacks, but for me, in that situation, the OEM scissor jack was the perfect tool.
Last note: Chuck Norris and I both endorse the Martha Stewart Off-Road Accessory Line. Check it out!

PS: I'm committed to a reasonable workout regimen this winter, working what strength-training is reasonable. Silly old geezer, me, hamming it up like he was still 25!