Arcan AJSC3T 3-Ton Floor Jack & Jack Stand Combo Kit
Complete lifting kit in one box. Jack, stands, pads — everything you need to do it right.
3-ton floor jack + jack stands combo kit. Arcan aluminum rapid-pump floor jack (56 lbs), matched 3-ton stands, 2 rubber saddle pads. Complete lifting kit, matched capacity.
- Complete kit: 3-ton aluminum floor jack + 3-ton stand pair + 2 rubber saddle pads
- 3-ton (6,000 lb) rated capacity across all components
- Arcan aluminum jack — 56 lbs, dual-pump rapid-rise
- Jack stands: double-lock ratchet, 11–17 inch height range
- 2 rubber saddle pads included — pinch weld protection
- Matched capacity across all components
- Aluminum jack: CNC-machined reservoir, bypass valve, foam saddle
- Saves vs. purchasing components separately
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| Model | AJSC3T |
| Saddle Pads | Universal rubber (2 included) |
| Kit Contents | 1 × 3-ton aluminum floor jack, 1 pair 3-ton jack stands, 2 × rubber saddle pads |
| Manufacturer | Arcan Professional Tools |
| Certifications | ASME PALD-2009 (all components) |
| Jack Stand Lock | Double-lock ratchet |
| Floor Jack Weight | 56 lbs (25.4 kg) |
| Floor Jack Capacity | 3 ton (6,000 lbs) |
| Jack Stand Capacity | 3 ton (6,000 lbs) each |
| Floor Jack Lift Range | 3.75 to 19.5 inches |
| Jack Stand Height Range | 11 to 17 inches |
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See this class of lift in action. The video below shows installation, real-world operation, and the kind of shop this lift belongs in.
Floor jacks use a hydraulic pump to raise a saddle under a vehicle's jack point. Bottle jacks stand vertically under axles and frame rails. Jack stands are the non-negotiable safety step — never work under a vehicle supported only by a hydraulic jack.
🚗 Finding the Jack Point
Consult your vehicle's owner manual for recommended jack points — typically reinforced steel jack pads behind the front wheels and in front of the rear wheels along the rocker panel. On unibody vehicles, only lift at designated pinch-weld pads. On frame-rail trucks, you can jack anywhere along the frame. Using a floor jack at the wrong point crushes plastic undertray and rocker panel trim.
⬆️ Pumping to Height
Close the release valve fully (turn clockwise) before pumping. Pump the handle in full strokes — partial strokes build pressure slowly and strain the pump. Most modern floor jacks reach full height in 8–15 strokes. Stop pumping when the vehicle weight transfers onto the saddle (you'll feel the resistance increase). Do not pump beyond the jack's maximum height — the bypass valve will limit it, but repeated over-pumping wears seals.
🔩 Setting Jack Stands
Once the vehicle is at working height, immediately position jack stands under solid structural points (frame rails, axle housing, or designated stand pads). Lower the vehicle slowly onto the stands — do not leave the vehicle suspended on the floor jack for work. Confirm each stand is on level, firm ground and the vehicle's weight has fully transferred before ducking underneath.
⬇️ Controlled Lowering
Turn the release valve counterclockwise — slowly, in small increments. The saddle lowers at a rate proportional to how far you open the valve. For lowering an engine back onto mounts or positioning a vehicle precisely, use quarter-turn increments. Never fully open the release valve — it causes the saddle to drop rapidly and can damage the vehicle or destabilize the jack.
⚙️ ASME PALD Hydraulic Safety
Floor jacks must meet ASME PALD-2009 standards for portable automotive lifting devices. This requires a minimum 150% safety factor on the hydraulic cylinder and internal bypass valve to prevent over-pressurization. The bypass valve is the passive safety that stops the pump from building pressure beyond the rated maximum — it does not prevent overloading the jack by placing too much weight on the saddle.
🔒 Jack Stand Non-Negotiable Rule
OSHA 29 CFR 1910.179 and every automotive safety standard prohibit working under a vehicle supported only by a hydraulic jack. Floor jacks and bottle jacks are lifting devices — not supporting devices. A hydraulic jack can fail from seal wear, contaminated fluid, or slow internal leakage. Jack stands are mechanical and cannot "leak down." Place jack stands under solid structural points whenever performing any work under the vehicle.
⚠️ Overload & Bypass Valve
Do not attempt to lift loads exceeding the jack's rated capacity. Overloading causes catastrophic hydraulic seal failure — the cylinder can rupture or the saddle can drop suddenly. If the pump handle feels unusually hard to stroke, the load likely exceeds capacity. Check the vehicle's jacking load (typically 40-60% of the vehicle's weight at any single jack point) against the jack's rated capacity before lifting.
🛡️ Bottle Jack Stability
Bottle jacks have a small base footprint — they can tip under eccentric (off-center) loads. Always position the bottle jack saddle directly under the vehicle's center of gravity for that axle. Use a rubber saddle pad between the jack and the vehicle frame to prevent slipping. On dirt or gravel, place the bottle jack on a steel base plate to prevent sinking. Never use a bottle jack on any surface that cannot support the full vehicle weight at the jack's base footprint.
How does this compare?
The combo kit vs. individual purchase: if you're starting from zero or replacing worn equipment, the combo saves $38 and eliminates the capacity mismatch problem (3-ton jack + 2-ton stands is a dangerous combination that happens when people buy components on different shopping trips). The rubber saddle pads are the hidden value — at $25 each, buying two separately costs $50 on top of the stand purchase. For European cars with plastic undertray rocker channels, the pads are not optional. The AJSC3T includes them as standard.