Jack point insert?

Craig in Alabam · 02-02-2017, 10:59 AM

Hi Folks,

I just did my second oil change on my 128i. I don't think the little wood blocks I made to fit inside the plastic jack points (for the jack stands to rest on) will hold up for the next one. Are there any readily available aluminum blocks (or something) out there? I did search but all I came up with are the ones that have the round thing at the bottom to fit a hydraulic jack.

Thanks, and cheers!
Craig

Suprgnat · 02-02-2017, 11:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Craig in Alabam

Hi Folks,

I just did my second oil change on my 128i. I don't think the little wood blocks I made to fit inside the plastic jack points (for the jack stands to rest on) will hold up for the next one. Are there any readily available aluminum blocks (or something) out there? I did search but all I came up with are the ones that have the round thing at the bottom to fit a hydraulic jack.

Thanks, and cheers!
Craig

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Craig in Alabam · 02-02-2017, 11:13 AM

Perfect! Thanks, Suprgnat!

Cheers!
Craig

mr.fabulous · 02-02-2017, 01:18 PM

http://burgertuning.com/BMW_jack_pad_adapter.html

Fakemike · 02-02-2017, 01:36 PM

I got an eBay one similar to this for less than $5 and it does the trick. Shipping takes a while though.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/62mm-Jacking...897873&vxp=mtr

It sounds like the OP is looking for square inserts to use with jack stands, but I just wanted to put this out there.

Lamar Vannoy · 02-02-2017, 01:44 PM

I made some from wood too just to have multiples, have ECS jack pad for just one point.

Craig in Alabam · 02-02-2017, 05:28 PM

I am looking for just the rectangular inserts. The wood blocks I made worked fine, but they deform every time. I could make some out of harder wood, but I thought I'd see what other options there are.

Thanks everyone!

Cheers!
Craig

desertman123 · 02-02-2017, 06:16 PM

I've been using the same wood inserts for a while with zero issues. Yes I shake the hell out of it before getting under.

zapatista · 02-02-2017, 08:50 PM

Another option. I'll guarantee they won't move (much) when fully laden.

https://www.amazon.com/Sports-Ice-Ho...ey%2Bpuck&th=1

Compatible with you favorite Zamboni.

sandlion · 02-02-2017, 10:42 PM

So question, why are these needed? My stands have square heads that marry right up to the jack point rubber. My jack round head cups them just fine. What am I missing?

mr.fabulous · 02-03-2017, 07:38 AM

We really got into the topic of jacking up these cars a few years ago (way too much, actually

)... see http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=214304

You have the wrong jackstands, you need these: https://www.amazon.com/ESCO-10498-Ja.../dp/B0019JVIPM (I have four and they are by far the best I have ever owned).

doublevanosrc · 02-03-2017, 10:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mr.fabulous

http://burgertuning.com/BMW_jack_pad_adapter.html

Boom! Done.

Craig in Alabam · 02-03-2017, 04:21 PM

Just to clarify, I have a low-profile jack with hockey puck for lifting the car at the front center lift point under the engine. I was looking for a more permanent insert for the plastic jack mounts on the side of the car. That plastic had to be shaped like that for a reason, right? My jack stands cradle the wood inserts perfectly (but they have compressed somewhat, hence the search).
Guess it's time to read the thread posted by Mr. Fabulous!

Cheers!
Craig

Fume · 02-03-2017, 11:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mr.fabulous

We really got into the topic of jacking up these cars a few years ago (way too much, actually

)... see http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=214304

You have the wrong jackstands, you need these: https://www.amazon.com/ESCO-10498-Ja.../dp/B0019JVIPM (I have four and they are by far the best I have ever owned).

This is the jack stand I use too and I never had issues with needing any adapter. My jack also has a circular contact pad area and again, there's no issues with needing an adapter with that either.

MZWIE · 02-04-2017, 09:08 AM

Guys. 3/4" plywood does the trick. All you need is a 4x4 piece.

sandlion · 02-04-2017, 10:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mr.fabulous

We really got into the topic of jacking up these cars a few years ago (way too much, actually

)... see http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=214304

You have the wrong jackstands, you need these: https://www.amazon.com/ESCO-10498-Ja.../dp/B0019JVIPM (I have four and they are by far the best I have ever owned).

Thanks. Those look nice, but my Torin T43004*already fully support the jack pads on their flat top, stable and no damage to the pads. Highly recommend them.

JimD · 02-05-2017, 07:24 PM

I used 3/4 Baltic birch plywood scraps and they are holding up well.

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Craig in Alabam Private 27 Rep 91 Posts Drives: 2017 230i Convertible Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Madison, AL iTrader: (0)	Jack point insert? Hi Folks, I just did my second oil change on my 128i. I don't think the little wood blocks I made to fit inside the plastic jack points (for the jack stands to rest on) will hold up for the next one. Are there any readily available aluminum blocks (or something) out there? I did search but all I came up with are the ones that have the round thing at the bottom to fit a hydraulic jack. Thanks, and cheers! Craig
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Craig in Alabam Private 27 Rep 91 Posts Drives: 2017 230i Convertible Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Madison, AL iTrader: (0)	Perfect! Thanks, Suprgnat! Cheers! Craig
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mr.fabulous Captain 212 Rep 893 Posts Drives: Women Crazy Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Florida Gulf Coast iTrader: (0)	http://burgertuning.com/BMW_jack_pad_adapter.html __________________ 2011 135i MSport 6MT AW/black, 72Kmiles, bone stock, moneymoneymoneymoneymoneymoneymoneymoneymoneymoney I LOVE THIS CAR
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Fakemike First Lieutenant 370 Rep 324 Posts Drives: 135i N54 MT Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Florida iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 135i [0.00]	I got an eBay one similar to this for less than $5 and it does the trick. Shipping takes a while though. http://www.ebay.com/itm/62mm-Jacking...897873&vxp=mtr It sounds like the OP is looking for square inserts to use with jack stands, but I just wanted to put this out there.
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Lamar Vannoy Private 14 Rep 58 Posts Drives: 2008 135i, 2016 328d Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Cincinnati iTrader: (1)	I made some from wood too just to have multiples, have ECS jack pad for just one point.
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Craig in Alabam Private 27 Rep 91 Posts Drives: 2017 230i Convertible Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Madison, AL iTrader: (0)	I am looking for just the rectangular inserts. The wood blocks I made worked fine, but they deform every time. I could make some out of harder wood, but I thought I'd see what other options there are. Thanks everyone! Cheers! Craig
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desertman123 E82 Mudflap Ambassador 2216 Rep 2,219 Posts Drives: '08 128i Join Date: May 2016 Location: Orlando, FL iTrader: (0) Garage List 1992 Honda Beat [9.50] 2008 BMW 128i [10.00] 2014 BMW 528i [10.00]	I've been using the same wood inserts for a while with zero issues. Yes I shake the hell out of it before getting under. Attached Images __________________ My 2008 128i - Sparkling Graphite/Beige - Sport pkg - 6MT - Click me! Parents' 2014 528i - Mineral White/Ivory White - fully loaded Instagram @Andreys_128i and @Honda.Bito
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zapatista Enlisted Member 9 Rep 49 Posts Drives: 2011 128i Vert 6MT Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Denver, CO iTrader: (0)	Another option. I'll guarantee they won't move (much) when fully laden. https://www.amazon.com/Sports-Ice-Ho...ey%2Bpuck&th=1 Compatible with you favorite Zamboni. Last edited by zapatista; 02-02-2017 at 08:51 PM.. Reason: Just full of 'em tonite.
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sandlion Private First Class 18 Rep 100 Posts Drives: 2011 135i Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Dallas, TX iTrader: (0)	So question, why are these needed? My stands have square heads that marry right up to the jack point rubber. My jack round head cups them just fine. What am I missing? __________________ 2011 135i DCT Space Gray Metallic \| TR Motorsports 17x8 ET40 Wheels \| Koni Yellows \| FMIC \| Charge Pipe \| MHD Stage 1 \| Riken Raptor 245/40ZR Tires
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mr.fabulous Captain 212 Rep 893 Posts Drives: Women Crazy Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Florida Gulf Coast iTrader: (0)	We really got into the topic of jacking up these cars a few years ago (way too much, actually)... see http://www.1addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=214304 You have the wrong jackstands, you need these: https://www.amazon.com/ESCO-10498-Ja.../dp/B0019JVIPM (I have four and they are by far the best I have ever owned). __________________ 2011 135i MSport 6MT AW/black, 72Kmiles, bone stock, moneymoneymoneymoneymoneymoneymoneymoneymoneymoney I LOVE THIS CAR
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Craig in Alabam Private 27 Rep 91 Posts Drives: 2017 230i Convertible Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Madison, AL iTrader: (0)	Just to clarify, I have a low-profile jack with hockey puck for lifting the car at the front center lift point under the engine. I was looking for a more permanent insert for the plastic jack mounts on the side of the car. That plastic had to be shaped like that for a reason, right? My jack stands cradle the wood inserts perfectly (but they have compressed somewhat, hence the search). Guess it's time to read the thread posted by Mr. Fabulous! Cheers! Craig
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MZWIE Lieutenant Colonel 389 Rep 1,660 Posts Drives: M2 Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: GEORGIA iTrader: (0)	Guys. 3/4" plywood does the trick. All you need is a 4x4 piece.
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JimD Brigadier General 369 Rep 3,547 Posts Drives: 128i convertible Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Lexington, SC iTrader: (0)	I used 3/4 Baltic birch plywood scraps and they are holding up well. __________________ 128i Convertible, MT, Alpine White, Black Top, Taupe Leatherette, Walnut, Sport Ordered 5/22/09, Completed 6/4/09, At Port 6/9/09, On the Georgia Highway 6/13/09, Ship Arrived Charleston 6/24/09 at 10pm, PCD 7/21/09
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