Lifting the Genesis with a QuickJack

[Ghettosled]

After years of wanting a small and portable lift for the garage (...and rapidly getting older), I pulled the trigger and purchased a QuickJack 7000XL. I've only used it a couple of times in the last couple of weeks, but it made any work much easier without having to use floor jacks and jack stands. Highly recommend. Please don't judge the condition of my garage. And yes, it has an asphalt floor. Not sure why the previous owner did this, other than not wanting to par for concrete.

 

[Bidlxxey]

has anyone tried using pinch weld blocks with the QuickJack for better stability? I’ve been considering it, but I’m curious if they really make a noticeable difference. Also, for those who've used the QuickJack for a while now, any long-term issues with lifting points or frame flexing?

 

[Mayomer]

Make sure the lift points are solid and not just plastic trim pieces. I’ve seen people crack undercarriage panels by misplacing the pads. Double-checking the manual helps a lot.

 

[Mayomer]

And if you're concerned about safety or need more versatility, Enhance Workplace Safety and Productivity with Lift Tables | Astrolift NZ has some good options to consider. A lift table might give you better access and stability when working on your Genesis. It’s worth checking weight limits and platform sizes to ensure compatibility, but for those who wrench on their cars often, a solid lift solution can make a big difference.

 

[sheltn4]

Looks good! Be safe!

 

[Gunkk]

has anyone tried using pinch weld blocks with the QuickJack for better stability? I’ve been considering it, but I’m curious if they really make a noticeable difference. Also, for those who've used the QuickJack for a while now, any long-term issues with lifting points or frame flexing?

I have a set of lift points permanently mounted on the pinch welds of my Camaro (which at 4100 lbs is about the same weight as a 4.6 Genesis). Never put them on the Genesis but there's no reason they won't work. If you mount a set permanently on a car (Genesis or otherwise), I recommend blue loctite for the set screws as well as checking & re-tightening the set screws after a few days and again after a month and/or ~1000mi of driving. Never had one fall off in 8 years and 10kmi, but I did notice that one of the four benefited from the 500mi checkup and re-tightening.

Some folks have said hockey pucks between lift points and a jack/quickjack help give a little extra wiggle room. I have also used a scrap of cardboard for grip between points & jack, but I've never had a problem with my points slipping on my jacks even when metal on metal.