I spent a lot of time researching various types of car lifts. After speaking with a sales rep at QuickJack and reading a number of online reviews, the versatility, value, and convenience offered by the QuickJack had me sold. The system is powered by a compact pump and puts the SQ5 in the air in a matter of seconds. This allows me to perform wheel swaps much easier than using my floor jack. It also allows me to easily pop the wheels off when performing a major detail. The lift design evenly disperses the weight of the car, so there is no resulting damage to the Swisstrax floor underneath. I have some hooks on the wall that allow me to store the lift out of the way when it is not in use. I have been very impressed with this lift and highly recommend it for anyone wanting to perform maintenance on their vehicle in the comfort of their own garage.  Many photos and video of my QuickJack in action have been featured in various company advertisements as well as on the Costco website. 

Usage

With the QuickJack system close at hand, I can perform seasonal wheel swaps to my heart's content. I can position the frame units in the centre of the garage and drive my car over them, or I can easily push them into position with the car already in the centre of the garage. Once the frame units are in position, It's just a matter of connecting them to the electric pump with the hoses. I have a variety of mounting blocks that line up with the lifting points on the vehicle. For my SQ5, I prefer the pinch weld blocks. I check and double check the alignment of the blocks with the lifting points before hitting the "up" button. Once I am satisfied that everything is perfectly aligned, I lift it with confidence. There are two height settings, and the system has a safety lock that snaps into place no matter what height setting I'm using.

Storage

One huge feature of the QuickJack system is its portability. Storing the system is easy and convenient, especially with the heavy duty hooks the team at QJ sent me. I glued and nailed a small piece of wood to the wall that ensures the hooks have something rock solid to attach to. I house the electric pump in a rolling Craftsman cabinet that hides it from view when not in use. Overall, it is a very convenient lift system to store and this was one of the most important factors that led me to choosing the QuickJack. 

Video Review

I put a video together that outlines some of the ways I utilize the QuickJack lift system to make my garage a more efficient and satisfying place to work. This video covers topics such as setting it up, maintaining it, and how it conveniently stows away when not in use. I have changed the way I store it since this video was produced (see photos above). I hope you find these insights helpful. 

If you have any questions or comments regarding my QuickJack portable lift, feel free to contact me