Jack stands: pin type vs latch type

chimchimm5 · 12-12-2006, 05:59 PM

Jack stands: pin type vs latch type

Is one better than the other?

By latch type, I mean like this:

Pin type:

A few years ago, I bought one of those Kragen noob garage sets with 2 ton jack stands (latch type), a crappy creeper, and a itty bitty 2 ton 14" height floor jack. I'm still using the stands and the crappy creeper. (14" jacking height is just way inadequate for anything besides changing wheels)

When lifting the car, I use the stands, plus the jack as a backup, plus the wheels under the side sills... because I don't trust anything.

Any stories of the latch jack slipping down? (not tilting and falling) I guess there is some safety that the stand collapses but still maintains the lowest height setting.

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Legba · 12-12-2006, 11:38 PM

As long as the latch is in position correctly, and not betwen notches or half engaged, they are pretty safe. If it makes you feel better keep the jack under the car too. If you use 2 ton jacks (or higher) your all set.

REXMASS · 12-13-2006, 09:51 AM

I have cheapo Craftsman latch stands and they are fine. The weight of the car prevents you from accidentally knocking the latch. They are also easier to set in place since you can do it with one hand.

rkramer · 12-13-2006, 01:40 PM

something i always personally do... after you place the jack stands, give them a decent kick and push on the car some too. (not hard enough where you are TRYING to kick it out) basically just make sure the worst case scenario is present BEFORE you are under the car. I HAVE had a couple times where it the vehicle moved or the jack stand was not quit engaged and slipped to the next notch down. it wouldn't have been enough to hurt me most likely, but certainly may have required a change of underwear.

12-12-2006, 05:59 PM	#1
chimchimm5 Scooby Guru Member#: 88501 Join Date: Jun 2005 Chapter/Region: BAIC Location: NorCal Vehicle: 2006 WRX Wagon CGM	Jack stands: pin type vs latch type Jack stands: pin type vs latch type Is one better than the other? By latch type, I mean like this: Pin type: A few years ago, I bought one of those Kragen noob garage sets with 2 ton jack stands (latch type), a crappy creeper, and a itty bitty 2 ton 14" height floor jack. I'm still using the stands and the crappy creeper. (14" jacking height is just way inadequate for anything besides changing wheels) When lifting the car, I use the stands, plus the jack as a backup, plus the wheels under the side sills... because I don't trust anything. Any stories of the latch jack slipping down? (not tilting and falling) I guess there is some safety that the stand collapses but still maintains the lowest height setting. * Registered users of the site do not see these ads.

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12-12-2006, 11:38 PM	#2
Legba Scooby Specialist Member#: 88589 Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Where the action is Vehicle: 2012 STI the best one	As long as the latch is in position correctly, and not betwen notches or half engaged, they are pretty safe. If it makes you feel better keep the jack under the car too. If you use 2 ton jacks (or higher) your all set.

12-13-2006, 09:51 AM	#3
REXMASS Scooby Newbie Member#: 62694 Join Date: May 2004 Chapter/Region: NESIC Location: Bavaria	I have cheapo Craftsman latch stands and they are fine. The weight of the car prevents you from accidentally knocking the latch. They are also easier to set in place since you can do it with one hand.

12-13-2006, 01:40 PM	#4
rkramer Scooby Guru Member#: 118209 Join Date: Jun 2006 Chapter/Region: MWSOC Location: North Dakota Vehicle: 2002 WRX Sedan	something i always personally do... after you place the jack stands, give them a decent kick and push on the car some too. (not hard enough where you are TRYING to kick it out) basically just make sure the worst case scenario is present BEFORE you are under the car. I HAVE had a couple times where it the vehicle moved or the jack stand was not quit engaged and slipped to the next notch down. it wouldn't have been enough to hurt me most likely, but certainly may have required a change of underwear.