12-26-2022, 03:08 PM | #1 |
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what jack pad is needed?
New to BMW, I see many jack pad adapters available with a rectangular top to work with BMWs. I haven't found one on Amazon that lists the G80. Is there a certain size needed?
Guess this will apply to Jack stand adapters as well. Thanks |
12-26-2022, 04:46 PM | #2 |
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I have used an adapter before on my G80, but they made me a little uneasy as the pad was smooth with no traction. I stopped using those and now solely use a Schwaben jack (flat rubber jack pad) and ESCO jack stands (some of the only ones on the market with flat rubber pads). A set of these jack stands and the Schwaben jack will be all you need.
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12-26-2022, 06:21 PM | #4 |
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The adapters are most definitely not required. I have used only my jack pad and the pad on my ESCO stands quite a bit, and the BMW mounts are still in great condition. I prefer this way, as the BMW mounts grip the pads really well.
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01-04-2023, 11:38 AM | #7 |
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https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
These fit inside the jack slots on the car |
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01-05-2023, 05:50 PM | #8 |
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How do the rubber pads on the ESCOs hold up? I just got a set of the harbor freight/Daytona ones (ESCO replica) and they seem to deform under pressure
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01-05-2023, 05:58 PM | #9 |
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You're supposed to use a jack pad that everyone above is suggesting, as for your new stands i'd get a replacement asap, that looks faulty.
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And I didn’t know there were replica ESCOs, nice! I might pick up a set. |
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01-14-2023, 10:06 PM | #11 | |
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I do use the jack pad adapter from bms if I just have to jack up one side for some reason, otherwise I use the center jack point and then the esco jack pads. |
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01-29-2023, 10:41 PM | #12 |
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I use the BMS adapters also on all 4 jack points and my Quickjack BL-6000 XLT lift. If I'm under the car then ESCO jack stands.
https://burgertuning.com/products/bm...ck-pad-adapter |
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