Trolley Jack

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I've been after a cheap trolley jack for a little while but never got round to getting one. Just noticed that Lidl have one on offer from tomorrow for £19.99.

Anyone ever had one from Lidl in the past, likely to be any good?

red_eye

depends on the level of use occasional use go for it heavy use, spend a bit more make sure is has the safety marking,

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red_eye wrote: »

depends on the level of use occasional use go for it heavy use, spend a bit more make sure is has the safety marking,

Yeah I'll just be for occasional use.

Stephen_Leak

Never work under a car supported by just a jack. How much are their axle stands?

red_eye

Stephen_Leak wrote: »

Never work under a car supported by just a jack. How much are their axle stands?

what he said, axel stand are £20 from halfords

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Stephen_Leak wrote: »

Never work under a car supported by just a jack. How much are their axle stands?

No axle stands on the website or the leaflet that came through the door today. Just be for changing wheels mainly.

Limey

I've got a pair of sealey strongarm 2 ton trolley jacks that I got from Machine Mart and they've served me well for at least 8 years. For axle stands the ones from Halfords are sturdy and a good price.

IMO it's best not to scrimp on too much on this kind of gear and as above never work under a car that's only on a trolley jack.

mikey72

Both Aldi and Lidl are doing a trolley jack.
Never bought that specifically, but all the rest of their tools are very good, and excellent value for money.

edit - I'd go for Lidl, as it looks better, and has a directonal handle.

pitkin2020

Lidl's tools and other stuff are usually pretty good. I bought a trolley jack from lidl about 2 years ago and can't say i have had any issues with it.

s_b

if its one of those little trolley jacks just be aware that they need using on a flat surface so the wheels can move as the arm jacks up because otherwise they can jolt unexpectedly, also bare in mind they can be unstable sideways
better than a scissor jack though

Strider590

Always lay a wheel under the car near to the jack BEFORE you get under it, if the jack gives way you'll have saved yourself from a brake disc through the ribcage.

Safety first people!