 About that Craftsman Jack
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I picked up one of the Craftsman MC jacks today.
I notice that the platform does not sit quite level. The bike leans away from the jack just a bit. Not a lot but it is noticeable. I checked it with a level and sure enough, the platform tilts away from the handle-side of the jack just a bit.
Do ya'll's do that, or is mine special?
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I never noticed mine do that, seemed level, mine just didn't work n the cold. maybe we're all special, one way or another.
mike
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Got one too. Mine isn't dead on level either but I did not think much of it since my garage floor is not level either. Still dose the job though.
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"Lighten up, Francis."
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I don't think mine does that. Do you have the steel jack or aluminum?
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Painfully ironic that it is endowed with the time - honored name Craftsman , yet it is made in China , bereft of what I consider to be enduring quality metallurgy or craftmanship . Yes , it is probably crooked , mine is straight , for now .
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Mine leans a hair too, but have no issues getting the bike up in the air. I probably should, but never do strap it down while on the lift and had no problems.
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I've never noticed if mine leans or not, but one thing I don't like is the cradle doesn't go down all the way. It's a pain to get it under the bike. I have to upright the bike then either get someone to slide underneath or try and do it myself by sliding uder with my foot.
Jim
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mine seems to be level but takes awhile to come down. As stated were all "Special" in some way!
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Have only used mine twice: to clean and oil the chain and to clean the wheels and am very happy with it. Of course, nothing in my house is level so...
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Mine is level, but unless I use the locking bar it will slowly lower to the ground. I can actually see it moving and it is a pain in the butt when trying to line up the rear wheel to replace the axle.
if life gives you lemons keep them because hey,free lemons.
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anyone ever try new hydraulic fluid? maintenance is needed for more than motorcycles too, ya know?
Mark
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anyone ever try new hydraulic fluid? maintenance is needed for more than motorcycles too, ya know?
Mine has no leaks, does hydraulic fluid wear out?
if life gives you lemons keep them because hey,free lemons.
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As stated were all "Special" in some way!
in compliance with the current Jack confessional thread, my jack leaks a bit and I've had to replace the hydraulic fluid once so far.
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anyone ever try new hydraulic fluid? maintenance is needed for more than motorcycles too, ya know?
You'll find a rubber stopper on the side of the bottle; turn the bottle upside down, pop out the plug and fill to the opening. Return to level and give 10 or so pumps to purge the air, put the plug back in. Maintenance accomplished.
A positive attitude may not solve all your problems, but it will annoy enough people to make it worth the effort. Herm Albright (1876 - 1944)
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Loquacious
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oh good lord! you mean we are supposed to work on our bikes & our tools? what is next armor all on our saddlebags???
we should do this every weekend!
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Check Pants
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oh good lord! you mean we are supposed to work on our bikes & our tools? what is next armor all on our saddlebags???
Lets not get crazy...
FWIW, my jack is level but it just barely fits under the frame. I still just my home-made 2"x6" jack for most jobs other than tear downs when stuff comes off and it's strapped down anyway.
Al
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what is next armor all on our saddlebags???
Actually I use Mink oil on my saddlebags... 
A positive attitude may not solve all your problems, but it will annoy enough people to make it worth the effort. Herm Albright (1876 - 1944)
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Mink Oil? I just use used synthetic motor oil! 
05 TBA Mulberry/Silver, Thunder Bike pipes, K&N single Filter, 132 main Jet's, Snorkles Removed
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Saddle Sore
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Not the re-ocurring oil thread again . I thought it was in remission . What is the best oil for my saddlebags ? What viscosity ? 
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