US made floor jack

Happy Gilmore · Sep 6, 2014

I figured it's hydraulic in function, so why not. I'm looking to purchase a quality US made floor jack in the 3 to 4 ton range. Any experience, feedback or recommendations?

mikehaugen · Sep 6, 2014

I'm not sure if I'm spelling this right, but check out hein-warner. Afaik they are still made here and I believe northern carries them.

mikehaugen · Sep 6, 2014

Alright, here you go... kinda pricey. What's your budget?

Hein-Werner Professional Service Jack – 3 Ton, Model# HW93652 | Floor Jacks| Northern Tool + Equipment

oosik · Sep 6, 2014

I have a Hein/Werner 2.5 ton floor jack. A bit pricy but good quality.

JimRB · Sep 6, 2014

That Hein looks a lot like my Craftsman I bought 30 years ago. Shop around for a better initial price. No idea about shipping fees. Hein Werner 3 Ton USA Made Heavy Duty Professional Service Jack HW93652 Hein Werner HW93652 Jack, Service - Lifting Equipment

newbury · Sep 6, 2014

mikehaugen said:
Alright, here you go... kinda pricey. What's your budget?

Hein-Werner Professional Service Jack 3 Ton, Model# HW93652 | Floor Jacks| Northern Tool + Equipment

From the Hein-Werner website

Assembled in the US with US and Global components

Remember - Made in the USA doesn't mean what it used to. I just bought a HF 3 ton unit for about $80. I assembled it in the US from Global components (put the handle in and the wheels on). I was amazed at the prices for non-Chinese models. I would have paid a small premium for a US MADE product but a 500% price difference was a deal breaker. I saved several hundred dollars to spend on other tractor toys.

JimRB · Sep 6, 2014

Or here Hein Werner HW93642 2 Ton Service Jack | eBay

Scooby074 · Sep 6, 2014

Hein-Werner

or Milwaukee
Milwaukee Hydraulics Products

Scooby074 · Sep 6, 2014

Hein-Werner

or Milwaukee .Afaik milwaukee is the last 100% Made in USA jack. HW is owned by a chinese company now and imports some parts
Milwaukee Hydraulics Products

Kyle_in_Tex · Sep 6, 2014

Back in the late '70's, at school we had 2 Walker floor jacks that were the best jacks I've ever seen. They were the longer type, maybe 3' wheel base. Would love to get my hands on one of those. I have seen them auction for over $400 in the last few years.

Sorry to say, but you'll have a hard time finding a new Made in America jack, with totally American made parts. Let us know where your journey ends up. With all the parts and liability, it is amazing you can find a jack for less than $200.

Happy Gilmore · Sep 6, 2014

I was hoping to keep it in the the $400 range, but after seeing the Milwaukee Model 40 priced at just under a grand, I'm going to seriously consider upping the budget. I'm tired of buying foreign junk jacks that simply don't last. I'd like a quality jack to pass down to the kids with the farm someday.

Scooby074 · Sep 6, 2014

hein warner are still very good. Search member hiball on garage journal. hes a jack expert and insists that hw are still good as ever.

The model 40 is a 4 ton, they have a model 20 that is much less if it meets your requirements (check clearance and capacity).That said,i don't think anyone regrets buying the 40. Lots of satisfied owners on garagejournal.

Ordered a Milwaukee Jack - The Garage Journal Board

Happy Gilmore · Sep 7, 2014

I sent an email to Milwaukee with a couple questions, hope to hear back tomorrow.

Happy Gilmore · Sep 8, 2014

Got an email back today from Milwaukee. Their price direct with an online 10% discount is $787.50 plus shipping for a model 40. Hey, that's $200 less than what's available online through a dealer.

Kyle_in_Tex · Sep 9, 2014

Happy Gilmore said:
Got an email back today from Milwaukee. Their price direct with an online 10% discount is $787.50 plus shipping for a model 40. Hey, that's $200 less than what's available online through a dealer.

That's a good price for a model 40.

ruffdog · Sep 9, 2014

Interesting...they are not too far from me.

Happy Gilmore · Sep 10, 2014

Kyle_in_Tex said:
That's a good price for a model 40.

The 5-6 months wait is a bit, but hey, hopefully it'll outlast me.

Happy Gilmore · Sep 17, 2014

While waiting on the call from Milwaukee I picked up this new US Jack 20 ton bottle jack. Price on it is $290 plus shipping. Picked it up for $84 plus shipping on eBay. This boy's heavy at nearly 40 pounds. Made in USA. Bigger than I really need, but couldn't pass on the price.

Happy Gilmore · Jan 16, 2015

Got the email yesterday from Milwaukee that the Model 40 is built and ready to ship. I called them shortly after with payment info and it should be shipping out next Tuesday. It took 4 months, hopefully it's worth the wait. The woman I spoke with told me they only build 50 Model 40s at a time, which is why it's such a wait. I'm looking forward to getting a quality US made floor Jack!

Happy Gilmore · Feb 6, 2015

Picked up the Milwaukee Model 40 at the freight terminal yesterday. It's on a pallet in the back of my truck and locked up under my cap. Hopefully it'll come out later today.