QuickJack 3500/5000 with 3.2 AND 981

[Quasimoto]

Sorry for posting yet another QuickJack question thread, but I'm hoping some real world info can help me decide which model to purchase.

I'd like find the best compromise to lift both the 3.2 and the 981 Cayman.

Any thoughts you can share would be appreciated...thanks!

[McLaren-TAG]

What real world info are you looking for? Call quick jack, talk to them. The only difference between the models you're looking at is weight capacity. Don't overthink it.

[adias]

I have no experience with the 3500, however I found that the 5000 will be fine with the Cayman which has a long WB but will be tight and very finicky to place under the 3.2. I decided against using a 5000 on an early car.

[Mark Salvetti]

I don't think you want the 3500. You should be looking at the 5000XLS or the 5000XLT. Check out this measuring guide: https://www.quickjack.com/quickjack-measuring-guide.html

The other thing to remember is that with the 3.2, the QuickJack goes inside of the tires, with the hoses facing forward. Don't consider the tire spread, it is not a factor. You should be able to line up the rubber pads with the body lift points. It might be easier with the XLT, but the XLS should work too.

[tirwin]

I posted my experience before. I took my QJ 5000 EXT to a friend’s house for group maintenance. We used it on a 996, 997, Cayman and Boxster Spyder. I also use it regularly on my SC. The Cayman and Boxster were easier because of their longer wheel base from being mid-engines. The 996 and 997 required that we pull the rear wheels up on the ramp slightly. I wasn’t there when the Cayman was up so I can’t give you any more specifics.

[Quasimoto]

Thanks for all of the insight!

I've been looking for a photo of a 3.2 on a 5000, anyone have one?

[tirwin]

Why would an SC be any different?

[911tracker85]

I got a 3500 by not reading the specs carefully. I have used it on 3.2 911, two 944s and my 928.

all of my cars are <3500lb, so went with that as it was on sale and less expensive than the 5000. if I plan to get under the car insert jack stands under the QJ for added safety. unlike this pic where I was just pulling the wheels.

but it is too short so I lay a 2x8 on top to extend just enough to get the rubber blocks lined up on lift points. planning to weld extensions on at some point when I have time.

problem that creates is having to use pads to drive the lowered cars on to get high enough to insert the rubber blocks.

it works.... but if I had it to do over would get the 5000 model.

[Mark Salvetti]

Originally Posted by Quasimoto

Thanks for all of the insight!

I've been looking for a photo of a 3.2 on a 5000, anyone have one?

Here is a video of a 5000XLS being used to lift an SC:
https://www.pelicanparts.com/catalog/shopcart/TOOL/POR_TOOL_BNDpak-detail.htm

Mark

[Ydobbs]

I have the 5000 for my 3.2 and as a previous post stated it fits between the wheels. with the stock 16" Fuchs it was tight but not a problem. I've since mounted 17" wheels/tires and the small increase in overall diameter has been tricky.

Before raising, I had the lift all the way against the back tire. Once the car was several inches off the ground, the front of the lift was pressing against the front tire. It wasn't terrible but not something I was willing to accept. After messing around with no fix (thought I was losing my mind since this never happened before) I lifted the car enough to get a 2" x 6" block under each tire - then lowered the lift - slid them back a couple inches then raised the car again with no front tire touching issues. This could all be user error as I was doing this late at night after a long day - so I could've been the problem the whole time. Didn't seem like it then, however.

[Dmitry at Pelican Parts]

Originally Posted by Quasimoto

Sorry for posting yet another QuickJack question thread, but I'm hoping some real world info can help me decide which model to purchase.

I'd like find the best compromise to lift both the 3.2 and the 981 Cayman.

Any thoughts you can share would be appreciated...thanks!

Hello and welcome to the forum! I'm including a link to our QJ page, including a video of it lifting a SC. As others members pointed out, the major difference is the spacing and lift capacity. Check out the measuring guide - at a quick glance, you'll likely want the 5k version. Lastly, please free to give us a call at 888-280-7799 and one of our reps. will be happy to answer any other questions that you may have.

QuickJack

[Quasimoto]

Thanks again all, I had seen the video, but had assumed it was a 3500 not a 5000. Thanks for clarifying!

[Quasimoto]

Have had the Cayman on the QJ a couple of times now...works great!

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[Tippy]

Love the 'Ride Red' flag in the back!

[Dr. Dynamics]

Have you considered Maxjax? Love mine!

[tirwin]

Originally Posted by Dr. Dynamics

Have you considered Maxjax? Love mine!

It appears the horse has left the barn.

[MrBonus]

I have the 5000. I'm not sure why anyone would buy the 3500 since it's going to limit its usage with so many porky modern cars out there. The 5000's ramps are 72 pounds each and pretty easy to maneuver and store.

[Quasimoto]

Originally Posted by Dr. Dynamics

Have you considered Maxjax? Love mine!

I did, but decided that I wanted portability.

[azhodge]

anyone who says the only difference between the 3500 and 5000 is weight capacity does not know what they are talking about.. the 5000 are much heavier and a ***** to move... In my humble opinion the 5000 is the only one to consider if you are going to lift a 3.2

[Quasimoto]

A little picky about placement due to wheel clearance, but works pretty well. Thanks again all for the info...