ARCAN 3 Ton Hybrid Steel & Aluminum Floor Jack - Model HJ3000

[@cakepower1]

Hey guys, just wanted to say this is an amazing jack. I use to work for CAA ( it's a Canadian version of triple AAA ) and I used this specific 3 ton jack 5 days a week, I've had it for 2 years working for CAA. I've lifted Sedans, Vans, and pickup trucks with this jack, well over 5000+ vehicles over the course of 2 years. I still use this jack to this day and it's still working perfectly.

[@dial2fast]

Thanks for sharing!

[@User.Joshua]

How much maintenance does it require?

[@coal1987]

@@dial2fast is the oil fill plug rubber cork or a metal screw?

[@zaphodhead1]

I'm writing this from the future! This is a great jack and 5 years in the future it will be $200 so get it while it's still $95 in 2017

[@bobbuilder-wo9tv]

It’s 200$ rn

[@soilmanted]

Good video. Regardless of what the manual says about bleeding any air that might be in the system, I would recommend a slightly different method. First look inside the package to see if any oil leaked out from the hydraulic cylinder during shipping. It is unlikely but with the jack bouncing around during shipping, by sea and by land from Asia to your location, for days, or weeks, vibrations may have caused the fill hole or bleed hole to open a bit, and allow air in. Even if there is no oil that leaked, I would still check the oil level. Just open the oil fill hole. If you don't see oil up to about 1/4 inch from the bottom of the hole, open the air bleed hole (there is likely to be a bleed hole, to allow air to escape as you replace it with oil) and put oil into the fill hole, until the oil reaches up to the 1/4 inch point. Then close both holes. Don't tighten excessively - you'll damage the tiny o-ring seal at the bottom, if there is one. To bleed: turn the handle counter clockwise as described in the video - this opens the release valve. Put your foot on the saddle to keep it from rising. Pump the handle as described in the video. Now here is the difference: tighten the release valve, and loosen the fill hole screw slightly (or cap or plug), just enough to allow any air inside the cylinder to escape through the fill hole (as opposed to through the open release valve). Listen carefully for air. If you hear any, that means that the bleed procedure you just performed - it did some good; it moved air bubbles from within the oil, to outside and above the oil. Tighten the fill hole screw, open the release valve, and repeat the pumping procedure. Do this until you no longer hear air when you loosen the fill hole screw again. If you heard little or no air, you are done. If you heard lots and lots of air, you may need to add a little more oil - because without that air, there is more room for oil! So go back to the oil filling procedure, and then go thru the bleed procedure one more time.

[@bobnaidoo1]

Theodore Zuckermam. Can you make a video of what you’re describing.

[@tarekal-abboud1501]

bob please video it Tnx

[@cardo1111]

A good review and a nice jack, when Costco carries an item their price usually cannot be beaten and their return policy certainly cannot be beaten.

[@lazor222]

I got the husky version of this on sale back during the holidays last year for $130, it's a great jack and since I keep it in the back of my jeep I really appreciate the weight savings over an all steel jack. Its still got some heft to it though for sure. The Husky is definitely made by arcan (or whoever makes the arcan) because they look identical minus branding and color. These definitely shouldn't be overlooked if your in the market for a jack, not a lot of videos on them though.

[@kovie9162]

Looking at this and comparing it to the Husky 3 Ton aluminum/steel hybrid jack I just picked up that's currently on sale for $160 at Home Depot, it looks like exactly the same jack in terms of appearance and specs, the only difference being the paint scheme and labels. I'm certain that it's the exact same jack. I won't provide a link as YT tends to frown on those, but it's easy enough to find based on the info I've provided. I've only used it a couple of times as I only got it a few days ago, but it's worked great so far lifting my 1.5 ton car. Heavy, sure, but not so much that most people won't be able to lift if when they need to. Feels really sturdy too, and if it ever leaks I'm sure that I can repair it as the parts should be pretty easy to find. Definitely recommended no matter whose label is on it, but the Husky one is a steal.

[@thalaxomdaoqueem9451]

Thanks for nice sharing. God bless you and your family.

[@rickt2419]

Thanks for the great review as with other products! I find the handle a bit slippery to turn left/right (for lowering/raising, respectively) especially in the winter, so I sleeved a foot long old bicycle inner tube over the top section of the handle for better friction/handling... It is indeed a nice looking and working jack. Be Safe.

[@dial2fast]

Very good tip. Thanks for your comment!

[@mariesomerset2934]

Live in Canada and they still sell these jacks online ,just purchased on this week, June / 2019. Great video, thanks

[@cakepower1]

If you look on their website its its currenty 150cad that's with shipping and handling

[@Tonyscasa]

@Riz P it only last max 2 years

[@angelisone]

coscto jacked the price to $210 while hd has it for $160. atg made & rebranded iunder many names/models to bulk buyers. they in return jacked up the prices on all consumers. lucky we got 5 free for being pros.

[@halbestcanada2305]

Thank you. Precise and clear teaching.

[@spkendrick]

Excellent damn review! Finally someone who compares lift speed with no load vs a full load. Thank you! I've tried harbor freight Jack's and they lift fast with no load, but take 3xs as many pumps with a load. I might try northern tools

[@dial2fast]

Thanks for your comment. Glad my video was helpful.

[@9919S-x6u]

Thanks for this review. Just received mine from Costco. A great deal for $99 + $5 shipping directly to my door!

[@joestover626]

Nice review. How about a short vid of adding fluid if the arcan does not lift, or only partially lifts under load?

[@Mr244u]

I recently bought this jack. So far so good. One thing that I am not so happy about it is the location of the carry handle. It is not at the gravity center, so when you lift it, it tilts to one side, making awkward to carry it.

[@MrAn81]

I see who the Husky borrowed his floor jack from

[@HT-dp6tw]

Excellent video. Thank you so much for your time.

[@jimbell2907]

Thanks so much for the great review! I have a Jeep Wrangler Sahara , and my wife has a Mercedes Benz glk 350. It will be nice to use just one jack to change over the tires! Great job! 😁

[@garciasgarcias3900]

Saludos, Como sigue la herramienta, te sigue funcionando bien?

[@oneslackr]

Good review. I just ordered this jack from Costco's website a few minutes ago (4-11-18). I was able to buy it for $99 + $4.99 shipping/handling + $7.61 tax, total = $112.59. That's a good deal. I was considering buying Arcan's all aluminum 3-ton jack (model# ALJ3T) but it only weighs 2 pounds less than this one & it goes for $254 or so. I think I can deal with 2 extra pounds for less than 1/2 the price of the all aluminum version (though I think the all aluminum has a slightly lower minimum height but it isn't much).

[@jackryder6732]

I want to change my winter tire. Do I have to keep in middle or side, which one better. I have lexus hs250 and es300h

[@xrpxtrariceplease2811]

excellent instructions video.

[@primalaero]

Now in june of 2022 it's 249.99 jeeeeeeze inflation is getting nuts lol

[@Kiiy_cat]

Amazing review! Showed and explained everything perfectly

[@Jarjarjar21]

Grand. I just unboxed one that arrived yesterday.

[@manueldsalinas2147]

Got mine today. The foam pad has a 3 inch gash down to the jack handle. Other than that, nice jack. I'll put it to use starting tomorrow

[@Tonyscasa]

Has it failed yet

[@juliosdiy3206]

Wow awesome testimony.

[@unkleivan]

Is it better than Daytona?

[@frankw8876]

Harbor Freight Daytona jack or this one from Costco?

[@smokeskull]

Thanks for showing how to use a jack.

[@carlexus3133]

thanks for searching and watching.

[@dcrickerson7611]

Great review! I'm looking at on of these and I appreciate the in depth review. Thank you so much.

[@dial2fast]

Thanks for your comment!

[@michael69040]

So where did you decide to put the saddle. Was a good place mentioned in the owner's manual? One can't just stick a jack under the front and start raising the car. Shouldn't you role the car back to assure the chocks are in full contact?

[@vi_EviL_iv]

Great video, saw everything I needed to know. Went a head & ordered mines. I got a low vehicle already so I wasn't to sure about it until now. Thank you man. Be safe in working on the whip & from crazy mofo out in the wild.

[@shafiqarafif4948]

Please tell me , how can done the jack

[@ryangeorge6154]

Mine came in covered in brown goop. Any ideas what that is?

[@raymonddearmond6170]

Thanks for the video, good job and I will go to Costco to get my arcan of my own,.. RAYMOND.

[@alexyangers]

Perfect video thank you

[@eyeonart6865]

How to jack up car to change sensors?

[@rkgsd]

Almost 4 years later and the same exact jack can be found for sale.

[@lsmythe007]

I bought one this last week.

[@vica3451]

@@lsmythe007 how much ?

[@Menga213]

@@vica3451 how much? My costco doesn't carry it

[@vica3451]

@@Menga213 I ordered and then it took about three months to arrive. It was back ordered. I don't see it in stock any more. 120$

[@Menga213]

@@vica3451 thats wild 3 months? Yea i check at the costco store and they said they are all out of stock but the website say in STOCK. The twisted thing is that the website sell it for 160 plus tax plus shipping but the store has them for $90? Very different pricing

[@hermananker3]

Quesiton... what is the reach of this jack. Jacking up a rear wheel drive (G35, BMW, etc) by utilizing cars differential as jacking point. It is 43 inches from the back bumper to the differential. Would this jack reach this? Otherwise a great review!!!!

[@badbackshop]

Just got mine and prepped it. Your quick and concise set up demo really helped - thanks amigo! Hows' yours holding up?

[@dial2fast]

Thanks for your comment!

[@tcisneros79]

Nice review , I just take one from Costco, en 239 because I not a member!

[@gordonc3600]

Great video, pleasure to watch, well shot and edited.

[@rafaelverastegui7611]

thanks very good and clear review!

[@aussie6639]

Hi I have picked up an earlier one of these, can you do a air bleed and oil top up please

[@gambit3228]

Ya dude pls make that video

[@MAD20248]

thanks for your great review. i just ordered this jack and it will arive after 2 weeks. at the mean time I'm looking for a rubber pad adapter that fit my sequoia. any recommendations?

[@dial2fast]

You can take a look at this one and see if it will work for you kzbin.info/www/bejne/fqO0q3yaiZehbZY

[@henryshen1156]

Excellent video, very informative. Thank you so much for posting. Just purchased one from Costco.

[@jackryder6732]

Great review and great product got from Costco

[@JohnstonPettigrew]

very good/thorough review....thanks.

[@bad001bd]

How has this jack been holding up? Also, does this meet any ansi asme/pald standards

[@dial2fast]

Jack has been great, used it bunch of times and it's a solid unit.

[@breezesurfer]

My experience with this jack has not been that good. I bought one of these at costco in thornton colorado in august 2017. Didn't get around to using it until May 2018 and was just barely able to lift front of car enough to put jackstands under it. Later, when I tried to lift it to remove jack stands it wouldn't lift the car. With no load each stroke of the handle would raise the lifting arm a few inches, then it would fall most of the way back down. It just kind of bounced when pumping it. Under load it wouldn't lift at all. I tried the air bleeding method described in the manual about 10 times. No help. I called the support # in the user manual and described the problem. They sent me a replacement hydraulic power unit assembly (part RSHJ30026). It was kind of pain to replace, but after doing that the jack 'appears' to work okay. I haven't used it under load yet, but I think it will work.

[@rkgsd]

@@breezesurfer If you bought it at Costco, why didn't you just take it back to them for something else?

[@bennyvale8997]

Perfect video

[@hotsaucejunkietim]

Thank you for the very descriptive video you made the set up a breeze

[@damon323]

What an excellent video! Thank you for your time making this

[@dial2fast]

Thanks for your comment!

[@12vgs8606]

As expected, a great job reviewing this jack! I expect nothing but excellent videos from you :-) By the way, the Quest is porky but NOT that porky; it weighs 4500 lb NOT 5600 lb

[@hermananker3]

haha porky!!!

[@dickeymoore3072]

Where is this jack made

[@Romu1us]

i just got mine today!!

[@arash13614081]

Hi Jordantastik, I would like to ask you about quality of this jack. Are you happy with this purchase? Thank you in advance.

[@MusicforMe123]

Excellent video and explanation, thank you for posting.

[@DanielField2023]

I just bough an Arcan A20001 I have all papers even the STOP! Sign I have an issue the Yoke was up when I open the box could find any cable to remove from the yoke. I follow your instruction turn clockwise I did with the arm up nothing happen keep turning until i move the arm down a little bit than it stop and I start raising it if I put the arm at 45 degree nothing happen until I move the arm down little bit I don't know if it should work the same way as the HJ3000 or it has a different design but no cable I could found on the yoke or this Jack has been used before doesn't look like it it's a brand new jack I don't if this is normal I'm call Arcan and ask them if this is normal seem it's been used to test or factory error since it's made in CHINA seem working up and down as I move the arm down a little bit Never had a jack before so I don't know I paid $196 was $244 may it's why the yoke was up get a price lower I don't know Got it on Amazon. I have a new Subaru 2020 Outback I hope this work . April 10 2021 Still $196 on Amazon.

[@TheMabbasi]

Great Video

[@simongarfunkel4040]

maybe replace your jackstands 8:36 they look like they're 2 tons?

[@deny73]

sailfin sculpin 2+2=4, 4 tons is more than sufficient.

[@lbcitylacounty90810]

Great review, Mate! 👍 Now...waiting for it to go back down to $100! At the time of me typing this June 11, 2021 the price is at $180! 😔

[@gabratte9858]

Right? How the hell did that happen?

[@narendraare]

Now it shows $250 on Costco website. Unbelievable.

[@Passionate747]

Excellent video very well explained .Thanks for posting it it's very important tool to work with.

[@knattnac]

One quick question: from side view (6:00 - 6:20), the jack is NOT raising up in a straight line. Imaging the car is being jacked up, won't this cause the car to move? For example if the car is being jacked up on the side, then the jack is 'pulling' the car while jacking up, isn't it?

[@dial2fast]

Yes, when jacking up the car, the jack itself will move forward and back with its wheels. This is same for all jacks, and they don't stay in one spot when you use it.

[@knattnac]

OK, thank you for explaining this. I am shopping around my 1st floor jack for my first car so ....

[@frazer9]

Bro wtf is literally impossible for the jack to not move unless you're lifting it 100% vertical like with a scissor jack

[@maxomaxwell7003]

That’s 209.99 on Costco site right now

[@antenehpetros3632]

After a long wait from Costco, I just got this same jack. Upon arrival I followed the step by step instructions in the quick guide. But the jack didn't raise at all. I tried to start over the steps but the handle doesn't move anymore. Did anyone who had the same issue? Any advice will be appreciated. Thanks.

[@dial2fast]

I did not experience this and the steps I showed in the video is how I set mine up. The only thing I can think of is either air is trapped inside the hydraulic or the unit is defective. Since it's new, you may want to exchange it.

[@antenehpetros3632]

@@dial2fast thank you for your advice. I will take it back to Costco.

[@404notfound.....]

@@antenehpetros3632 Make sure you rotate the handle all the way to the right or it will not lift.

[@Mike-se2em]

Great video, thank you :) . Made up my mind to get one of those from Costco instead of ones from Canadian tire. One question: do we need to rotate counterclockwise twice and pump the handle 10 times every time we use it or it’s just for the first time. (As I didn’t see you didn’t do it the second time, I assume it’s only for the first time we need to do that) Thanks for answering

[@CL-yp1bs]

Current price 5 years later over $200 that’s over double

[@blueskycolt4349]

very good review. thank you

[@dial2fast]

Thanks for your comment!

[@NeNaDo3]

Thank you for doing this review. It's very helpful. Do you know/remember if the saddle on this jack is removable? I want to use a larger after-market saddle with a thick rubber pad. The rubber pad has slots to prevent damage to the pinch welds.

[@dial2fast]

I rubber pad is glued on pretty good. If you take the pad off, think you can remove the bolt holding the saddle down.

[@leifnilsen6107]

Short and simple, Skip unboxing......Height x width x length, lowest & highest lift height. Warranty, maintenance, Weight, and likes and dislikes.

[@redstingraycorvette]

Great video unfortunately I start looking for one through Costco and Costco no longer carries that Jack all they have is the All Steel Jack which is much heavier

[@dial2fast]

Thanks for your comment. I did notice Costco only sells the steel one these days. I also checked online and found some comparable ones but cost a bit more. Here is one that looks to be the same but different branding. amzn.to/2DS4H9U

[@rkgsd]

I just saw the aluminum jack back on the Costco website. It might depend on the zip code.

[@mrestum]

Just picked up an online only catalog at Costco today and the aluminum steel jack is listed at $159.99. Sale ends 2/22/21

[@candlemedia]

Can you please do a video on how to correctly & safely use jack stands on a vehicle, preferably how to do 4 jack stands.

[@azaz911c]

I have researched extensively lifting a car on to 4 jack stands. It can be done, but ultimately I concluded that it should not be done by the home mechanic because of the instability during the lifting and lowering process. The risk of problems may be quite low, but the potential consequences (death, personal injury, or serious damage to the vehicle) are too severe. Everyone will have their own risk tolerance, but my personal view is not to do it.

[@batvette]

Mine had a caster collapse first use. Very underwhelmed about the build quality and wouldnt lift over 2 tons with it.

[@puppycat65481]

awesome review for an awesome jack.

[@dial2fast]

Thanks for your comment!

[@12vgs8606]

Can anybody explain why the jack can be raised in 7 pumps with no load but needs almost 14 pumps when loaded? Since this is a strictly mechanical advantage device and the ratio of the piston pump diameter determines the lift per pump, why does it change with the load? Is there pressure leakage under load?

[@chrispypsp]

12vgs8606 you might just have to bleed the air out of the system or it could be low on fluid. And are the pumps, when under load, full swing pumps or short swing.

[@jptrainor]

There is a high volume pump that has a low pressure bypass - that does most of the work until the load comes on. Once the load comes on the fluid pressure increases and the high-volume pump bypass opens each time you pump thus rendering it ineffective. That leaves only the low-volume / high pressure pump working to lift the load, hence more pumps to finish the loaded lift. Essentially there are two different mechanical advantages configured based on the volume of each pump piston and the bypass valve settings.

[@josephmartin2362]

Simple, the pump is a 2-stage pump. Low pressure/high volume till load contact, then high pressure/low volume to lift the load.

[@dannyj7618]

Its $250 now, if its even available in store.

[@jerryp2433]

It was $180 yesterday on Amazon and now sold out before I could buy one.

[@chrishasley5614]

Very informative... thanks a ton! (no pun intended lol)

[@dial2fast]

Thanks for your comment!

[@wwyynnccyy]

Hi there....just bought mine recently. Just want to ask if I can remove the handle bar when the jack is not in use and when the jack is not in use, should I keep the valve closed or opened or it doesn't matter. Thanks in advance😊😊

[@ttinnovations3310]

cool, $100 is a sweet price, even cheaper than Harbor Freight with a 25% coupon, Costco has it online now

[@raczyk]

Is it safe to lift the front of your car to the highest position on the jack?

[@tarek3702]

razz P you can pump it to the max height. But youll need jacks stands.

[@gammatnt]

it is now $ 179.99 at Costco :(

[@yamahaJDM]

where is the jack made? it is like the copy of craftsman 2 ton floor jack.

[@OldAssSax]

CEM=Chinese Export Market.

[@1nkman]

What is the actual max height it can reach? Not the box spec but as measured.

[@Siang1]

Does anyone know if this jack has a replaceable saddle? And if so, what is the diameter of the hole/shank? I have a specific jack pad that I want to use and I'm looking to find a jack that will fit it!

[@gerry3595]

$99.00 at Costco online. got one today

[@arash13614081]

Hi Jerry, I would like to ask you about quality of this jack. Are you happy with this purchase? Thank you in advance.

[@darylRvillaescusa]

Is it really 58 lbs? How is it carry it around?

[@Baseshocks]

I've been shopping for jacks for a bit, if you want lighter aluminum jacks be prepared to spend $400 for a good one. If you want a quality one to change seasonal tires or do the odd maintenance on your vehicle go with this one. All comes down to where are you storing it and how often are you gunna use it, for me i live in a apartment but getting it just to save some money changing my own breaks and maybe get into doing my own oil changes, so once very six months. 58lbs is perfectly fine for me.

[@riverbasin4819]

what is showing up as steel using a magnet to identify. The weight is unlikely at 58 lb because the all aluminum frames and lifting assembly the other brands push at $400 are stating 58 lbs. A hybrid should be 5 or more pounds heavier.

[@vandamnjaunclode9813]

i see the price $215

[@mcunard31]

I’m late to the game. This jack is $215.99 now. 126% price increase in 5 yrs. 😏

[@markanders250]

Normal inflation

[@420_Chilling]

Me: i would love the ARCAN 3 Ton Hybrid Steel & Aluminum Floor Jack - Model HJ3000 seeing how i work on my own car. Me goes on ebay:ARCAN 3 Ton Hybrid Steel & Aluminum Floor Jack - Model HJ3000 AU $2,224.00+AU $34.95 postage Me: well i will sell my house then get one.

[@edman79]

I bought one of these before I knew that my association doesn't allow mechanical work in my driveway. I'm so pissed.

[@jewllake]

it all depends how strict they are. I live in a HOA and work on my car all the time. As long as I'm quiet and clean no one complains.

[@1stfloorguy59]

I would move from that dictator ship

[@mrfrankcastle083]

Eddie That's some bullshit.

[@dustyrhoads2974]

That's what you get when you allow somebody else to control what you can and can't do... who in their right mind would join an HOA dictatorship in America...? The answer to this question never ceases to amaze me... You're not allowed to use a jack on your own car in your own driveway...🤔 wow!!!

[@edman79]

@Riz P I finally did.

[@TheDopalgangr]

Yeah the reason they never have any is that jackasses buy them all up then resell them on Amazon for more money. This can be purchased at Costco online for $150 now plus $5 shipping and sales tax. Dont waste your time and money on Amazon.

[@Kronaphasia]

Its not made by Arcan. All these same design & style jacks are mass produced in China. There are a number of companies using these poorly made Chinese jacks with no service parts. They are basically throw away when they go.

[@GoGoGadgetGiveadamn]

Could you recommend a good one?

[@leifnilsen6107]

Your audio definitely needs help

[@kennedymcgovern5413]

I just don't get it. I mean, it is 2023. It is the age of he interwebs. Before we buy things, we can sit around in our skivvies and watch 1200 comparison videos with our morning coffee. I know I just finished doing that, before purchasing my new floor jack. So, pretty much everyone should know that this "Arcan" company puts out the weakest jack in it's price range. Hell, even the people that work at Arcan know that. Importantly, the guy that made this video knows that too. Yet, they are going to give him a little money of he sells it to you so, here he comes. It's just sad.

[@kovie9162]

Ok I'll bite, what makes it the weakest jack in its price range and what's a better jack and value?

[@kennedymcgovern5413]

@@kovie9162 The reviews. Go with the Daytone from Harbor Freight or the Strongway from Northern tool. I went with the latter myself.

[@zoranlovric9871]

TD for multiple ads during a 10 minute video. Otherwise useful video.