Harbor Freight Lift 1/2 Price

[old curmudgeon]

Just scored a Harbor Freight lift for 59.99 with coupon code 69364626. Not sure how long the code is good for but if you're looking for a lift it's a pretty good deal.

[mobandy78]

Nice find!

[blowndodge]

how well does it fit the Nomad??

[old curmudgeon]

Haven't got it yet but from everything I've read it should be good with Idaho's jack adapter. BudMan has one and says it works fine.

The frame is about 12" center to center and the lift pads are 13 1/4.

[Timay]

Do you have a link? I could go for that!

Tim

[cactusjack]

If it's the yellow lift, it will work fine with the Nomad and Idaho jack adapter. That's the lift I have.

[Monkeyman]

That's the lift and the code still works. I just ordered it.

$71.61 total including tax and shipping. They're running a $6.99 shipping special, too.

[old curmudgeon]

Do you have a link? I could go for that!

Tim

Link to lift here (http://www.harborfreight.com/1500-lb-capacity-atv-motorcycle-lift-2792.html).

Once you add the lift to the cart there will be a spot to enter the code.

Like monkeyman said $71.61 total with tax and shipping.

[Timay]

Yep, found it...and the 6.99 ship. I thought about an instore pickup - I don't think I can drive to Harbor Freight for less than 5 bux.

Thanks!

Tim

edit: it's on it's way...

[remcbride]

Just ordered one. Thanks for the heads up on the coupon.

[remcbride]

By the way if anyone has a coupon I can use to get a new voyager or vaquero for about half price feel free to send it

[blowndodge]

Just ordered one myself... Yes Scott it is the yellow one. Now I got to order from Bud..!!

[Top Cat]

I have one of them and Idaho's adapter.
Worked great the one time I used it.:D
The one time I used it was just to see if it worked. :lmao:

[dyetube]

Just ordered one myself! Great find!

[Rasta]

Just scored a Harbor Freight lift for 59.99 with coupon code 69364626. Not sure how long the code is good for but if you're looking for a lift it's a pretty good deal.

Thanks for the heads up! Got my order in for a total of $70.58. Funny thing is I was going to buy one on craiglist yesterday but the next day the guy wanted $10 more after we had agreed on a price the night before so I told him to take a hike!!

old curmudgeon, hopefully the coupon code we used will get you the $10 gift card for referring us to this!! :yep:

[old curmudgeon]

Funny thing is I was going to buy one on craiglist yesterday but the next day the guy wanted $10 more after we had agreed on a price the night before so I told him to take a hike!!



Yeah, there was a guy here in Denver selling a lift for $75.00, which I thought would be a pretty good deal, until I called him up and found out it had been used once. 10 years ago. I had visions of cracked seals an hydraulic fluid all over the garage.

[cactusjack]

Just ordered one myself... Yes Scott it is the yellow one. Now I got to order from Bud..!!

I thought I saw a bunch of moths fly out when you finally opened your wallet, you CHEAP BAST**D! :P

[Jared]

Thats the same one I have. Great lift for the Nomad. Especially with the Idaho Adapter!

[blowndodge]

Lmfao!!!! :lmao::lmao::lmao:

Oh... btw.... EAT SH!T !!!!! :P

[Monkeyman]

By the way if anyone has a coupon I can use to get a new voyager or vaquero for about half price feel free to send it

Just go to Kawasaki.com. In the order space under "Special Instructions" put "youhavegottobekidding". Brand new Voyager or Vaquero for less than $5000 including tax/destination.

[Monkeyman]

Just ordered one myself... Yes Scott it is the yellow one. Now I got to order from Bud..!!

I figured, being the "owner" of bRowndodge's Garage you'd have plenty of lifts. Shows what I know, eh Brad? :D

[kawgirl]

That's the same one I have too.

[cnc]

I have one of them and Idaho's adapter.
Worked great the one time I used it.:D
The one time I used it was just to see if it worked. :lmao:

Tim it is a good idea to jack the bike up once and a while, if only to see if anyone has been shooting arrows at your tire.http://www.easyfreesmileys.com/smileys/free-character-smileys-482.gif (http://www.easyfreesmileys.com/skype-emoticons.html) :yep::lmao:

[kenb]

I have the same lift. I found it difficult to control the jack release speed.(lowering the bike) I drilled and tapped the release pedal and used a bolt threaded into the pedal so it touches the lift frame. adjusted the bolt to allow the pedal to move a short distance and lowers the bike at a speed I like. Used a nut to lock the bolt in place.

[old curmudgeon]

I have the same lift. I found it difficult to control the jack release speed.(lowering the bike) I drilled and tapped the release pedal and used a bolt threaded into the pedal so it touches the lift frame. adjusted the bolt to allow the pedal to move a short distance and lowers the bike at a speed I like. Used a nut to lock the bolt in place.

Good to know. I had read that if you press the pedal down a little it would come down fast; press it down all the way and it would come down slow(er). Didn't really seem to make sense with the little I know about hydraulic jacks. This looks like a better idea. :yep:

[Top Cat]

Good to know. I had read that if you press the pedal down a little it would come down fast; press it down all the way and it would come down slow(er). Didn't really seem to make sense with the little I know about hydraulic jacks. This looks like a better idea. :yep:

That is correct. Press pedal all the way down quickly and the bike lowers slowly. Press it a little and the bike comes down rather quick. Caught me by surprise. You would think it would be the other way around.

[Monkeyman]

I read this on another forum (not Nomad related...I'm NOT a traitor :D) but still good to be reminded of it. I can just picture getting the bike all done, freshly washed, chrome shining just to have it hit the ground and fall over on the right side. :cry: or >:( Would be just after I completed my fairing, too I'm sure.

[kenb]

That is correct. Press pedal all the way down quickly and the bike lowers slowly. Press it a little and the bike comes down rather quick. Caught me by surprise. You would think it would be the other way around.

The instructions state that as well. I would rather have the jack work the way I want it to work. Not having to think about how much to push the pedal. Slow and predictable is what I want with ANY bike on the lift.:tup:

[poppy]

As an FYI....I always use straps when hoisting the bike in the air....don't want a boo boo happening!

[Monkeyman]

Where's your sense of adventure?

[blowndodge]

Karma anyone??? :wtf:

[cactusjack]

Where's your sense of adventure?

Until you've experienced the thrill of lowering a 900 motorcycle on a lift, sliding the lift out from under it with one foot, while balancing said 900 pound motorcycle from the right side and trying to remember if you put the side stand down as you lean it over to the left, you don't know what spine-tingling really means. :D

[Top Cat]

Until you've experienced the thrill of lowering a 900 motorcycle on a lift, sliding the lift out from under it with one foot, while balancing said 900 pound motorcycle from the right side and trying to remember if you put the side stand down as you lean it over to the left, you don't know what spine-tingling really means. :D

If you forgot to put the side stand down there is no saving it,that's for sure.:ohno:

[cactusjack]

If you forgot to put the side stand down there is no saving it,that's for sure.:ohno:

You just hope it goes over nice and easy.

[Monkeyman]

I'm OC so I can't see forgetting the side stand. Probably check it 4 or 5 times just to be sure. Then once more in case. Detective Monk has nothing on me. :D I'm thinking, lower it until it's almost all the way down, then stand on the left side to guide it the rest of the way. OTOH, it's been years since I put anything on a lift so I've probably got the sequence wrong.

[Top Cat]

I can see it now. Chris is so OC about the side stand he rides off with the adapter still hooked to the underside of the bike.:ohno:

[blowndodge]

I'm OC

Surely you don't think that ship set sail without our knowledge did you??!!:lmao::tehe:

[Monkeyman]

Figured you were too busy ironing your socks, you didn't notice. :lmao::lmao:

[AlabamaNomadRider]

Nothing gets by Brad (BD). :lol:

[jimo]

Awesome, just ordered one and it was still good!

[blowndodge]

Figured you were too busy ironing your socks, you didn't notice. :lmao::lmao:

I could hear Abe Lincoln on that nickle in your pocket screaming, "Uncle!" :tehe:

[lessenone]

I could hear Abe Lincoln on that nickle in your pocket screaming, "Uncle!"

Good evening everyone, I'm new here and the proud owner of a Vaquero, I'm also a major wise-ass. I felt compelled to point out that Abe Lincoln is on the Penny, it's Jefferson on the nickle. I you're gonna bust balls get you ball bustin correct. :lmao:

This post is all in good fun. I hope not to start off on a bad note.

Mike

[AlabamaNomadRider]

Just ordered my lift from Harbor Freight for the $59.99 price with the coupon code. Total with tax and shipping was $69.38. What a deal!

[AlabamaNomadRider]

Welcome from Alabama Lessenone. You need to go to the new member section and tell everyone about yourself. Noticed your reply to BD and since it was your first post wanted to welcome you.

[blowndodge]

Good evening everyone, I'm new here and the proud owner of a Vaquero, I'm also a major wise-ass. I felt compelled to point out that Abe Lincoln is on the Penny, it's Jefferson on the nickle. I you're gonna bust balls get you ball bustin correct. :lmao:

This post is all in good fun. I hope not to start off on a bad note.

Mike

Your right mike! I was giving chris far too much credit. !

:lmao:

[cnc]

Good evening everyone, I'm new here and the proud owner of a Vaquero, I'm also a major wise-ass. I felt compelled to point out that Abe Lincoln is on the Penny, it's Jefferson on the nickle. I you're gonna bust balls get you ball bustin correct. :lmao:

This post is all in good fun. I hope not to start off on a bad note.

Mike

I'm pretty sure you fit in well here then.:tup: welcome.

[lessenone]

Thanks for the welcome,:cheers: Didn't want to be a thread hijacker, so I posted a quick hello in the new member section.

[Idaho]

Just remember when you order one of these from HF you are supposed to order my Jack Adapter also. (it's a rule,,,,,,,honest)

[cactusjack]

Good evening everyone, I'm new here and the proud owner of a Vaquero, I'm also a major wise-ass. I felt compelled to point out that Abe Lincoln is on the Penny, it's Jefferson on the nickle. I you're gonna bust balls get you ball bustin correct. :lmao:

This post is all in good fun. I hope not to start off on a bad note.

Mike

Good catch! :D You're starting out on the right note here, go after BD like a pit bull!

[blowndodge]

you're such a dick !

[Monkeyman]

I could hear Abe Lincoln on that nickle in your pocket screaming, "Uncle!" :tehe:

Uncle Abe? Who says I have any nickles to keep in my pocket? They all go in a jar buried in the back yard. :D

Your right mike! I was giving chris far too much credit. !

:lmao:

Only way I can get credit. :)

[Monkeyman]

Just scored a Harbor Freight lift for 59.99 with coupon code 69364626. Not sure how long the code is good for but if you're looking for a lift it's a pretty good deal.

See what you started, old curmudgeon? You should get a commission from HF. My lift should be here middle of next week. Hope I don't have to sign for it.

[old curmudgeon]

Just remember when you order one of these from HF you are supposed to order my Jack Adapter also. (it's a rule,,,,,,,honest)

See what you started, old curmudgeon? You should get a commission from HF.

Or from Idaho :tehe:

[blowndodge]

Or get a slight discount on the adapter??? :tehe:

[Monkeyman]

Just got my lift. Make sure you check to be sure all the parts are there. Mine is missing a nylok nut and a bushing. I called the "help line" and spoke with someone who sort of spoke English. She said the nut was backordered and it would take 6-8 weeks before it got here. I told her it was a freaking nut. I'll make a trip to the hardware store Saturday, I guess. The bushing is something else. Not sure I can get that at the hardware store. She said she had that in stock and could ship that soon. "Would next week be ok?" Seriously? If I wanted to use the lift next week, I would have ordered it next week. :D I told her it wasn't my fault the bushing was missing and she could have it here by the end of this week. She gave me a couple confirmation numbers. I couldn't understand her well enough to figure out what those were for. We'll see. This is my last 3 day weekend for a couple months. I could sure use the lift starting Saturday morning. It'll beat sitting on the cold garage floor.

Just a heads up to double check your parts (the lift comes semi assembled) as soon as you get it.

[ringadingh]

You could probably make up a bushing if you really had to if you needed to use the lift right away. Most likely its just a short peice if steel tube.

[blowndodge]

Just great Chris...Mine hasn't come and it better not be missing parts!

[old curmudgeon]

Thanks for the heads up Chris.

As the infamous Ellwood Blues would say - "Whadda ya want for nothin'? Rrrrrubbah biscuit? :D

[Top Cat]

If you call a help line and get some person in India or where ever that you can not understand, you can say you want to talk to someone who's English you can understand. They have to transfer you to an English speaking person.
Believe it or not I have done this. I know it is hard to believe seeing as I am such and easy going guy but you have to draw the line somewhere.:D:yep:

[ringadingh]

Ive tried that too and it didn't work. Try calling Magellan gps and you get someone in the Philipines, when you ask to speak to someone in California they tell you its not possible. You can't even find a phone number on the internet that works for them in the states.

[Loafer]

Stop buying from companies that don't have a US/Canada address and phone numbers.

[ringadingh]

You have no idea were your calling unless you ask them. And even then its hard to get a live person many times.

[Loafer]

Yeah, your right. I had a short conversation with someone with a heavy gay
Carribean accent just last Friday.
Still don't know what he said.

[blowndodge]

your an ugly sonabitch with a little pecker??? :lmao:

[ringadingh]

Thats probably what she was thinking.:yep:

[Rasta]

Well mine is supposed to come in tomorrow so yeah thanks for the heads up Chris!!

[blowndodge]

Got mine today. Everything was there and went together easily and has no problem lifting the Nomad... yea...

[cnc]

Mine came from Canada fully assembled and no accent.:tehe:

[Monkeyman]

You could probably make up a bushing if you really had to if you needed to use the lift right away. Most likely its just a short piece if steel tube.

If the bushing doesn't show up by this weekend, I'll see if the hardware store has something that will work. If not, I'll probably do just what you suggest.

Just great Chris...Mine hasn't come and it better not be missing parts!

One of the bolt/washer/nut/bushing assys was together inserted in the frame. The other was in pieces in the bottom of the box. Someone just got lazy when they were assembling/boxing it up.

Thanks for the heads up Chris.

As the infamous Ellwood Blues would say - "Whadda ya want for nothin'? Rrrrrubbah biscuit? :D

I love the Blues Brothers. :D

[Monkeyman]

You're came fully assembled, Betty? I guess I got the odd one. Like I said, mine was only half assembled and missing pieces. (And came with an accent. :D)

[Loafer]

your an ugly sonabitch with a little pecker??? :lmao:

You're a gay telemarketer? With a gay Carribean accent?
No wonder you press your thongs...:yep:

[Monkeyman]

You're a gay telemarketer? With a gay Carribean accent?
No wonder you press your thongs...:yep:

You iron your thongs, bRowndodge? Socks, I understand (not really), but thongs? How do you iron the little red bow? :shrug:

[Loafer]

You iron your thongs, bRowndodge? Socks, I understand (not really), but thongs? How do you iron the little red bow? :shrug:

Last I heard from Dave, they go on buying trips, you know mall to mall.
Dave says that Brad needs to have the very best of everything. His steam iron cost $512 but it has every function available. I would think that a little red bow wouldn't be a problem for Brad. :lmao:

[Monkeyman]

I guess I don't get out as often as I should. I didn't even know irons had a "little red bow" ironing option. Maybe Brad had someone make it especially for him. :D

[blowndodge]

Wow you guys BOMBED!! I was waiting for something funny and new but was disappointed! Keep your day jobs at WalMart..:tehe::lmao:

[Monkeyman]

K Mart, Brad. We work at K Mart. You should know as often as you see us on your way back to the mens lingerie section. :D

[blowndodge]

Only you could put "men" and "lingerie" in the same sentence Chris!! :tehe:

I wear SILK SHIRTS!!!! and don't ever forget it! Well ironed I might add! :yep:

[Monkeyman]

Is that what it takes to be the "Best Dressed" Nomad Biker? And what's wrong with mens lingerie? As long as it feels smooth against my skin. :D

[blowndodge]

Attentions K-Mart shoppers, we have a spill on isle 6!! :tehe::yep:

[cnc]

Brad, I saw a bumper sticker on a truck today. It said "I love big dumps", I don't know why, but I thought of you.:hmm::lmao:

[blowndodge]

Thanks for thinking of me Norm! I love my big dumps too! Although lately I've been laxed in taking my Metamucil so they've been just little dumps lately... :cry:

[AlabamaNomadRider]

I hate to change the lovely subject but, I was wondering if anyone that ordered the lift has received theirs yet. I oredered one the night of 1-5 and the money just came out of my bank yesterday. I have heard nothing from Harbor Freight. They stated they would send me an email when the lift ships.

[ringadingh]

Chris received his a day or two ago.

[AlabamaNomadRider]

I sent a PM to Paul and he got his today. I should be receiving mine shortly. I may just give them a call tomorrow to make sure. Money came out of the bank yesterday. I used my debit card and thought the money would come out prior to yesterday since I ordered the night of 1-5.

[Rasta]

Got mine this morning and put it together right after work. Excited to have it....not to mention with all the parts and hardware!!

[cnc]

Would Harbor Freight use the closest store to you to ship from?, if so it might explain a difference in processing speed.

[Rasta]

We have a store here in Iowa that is about 25miles from me but mine was shipped from California Norm.

[cnc]

We have a store here in Iowa that is about 25miles from me but mine was shipped from California Norm.

OK, scratch that theory.

[Timay]

Got mine 30 minutes ago...helped the young lady carry it in - my son and I - haven't opened it yet. Tomorrow I'll make sure all the parts are there.

Tim

[blowndodge]

We all got ours Gene... Somehow your gonna get screwed again, I just have this feeling! :tehe:

[remcbride]

Got mine this afternoon.. my house is on stilts 13ft high I have two bikes under my house and the delivery guy carries the jack up the stairs.

[Timay]

Damn! Don't mess with him!

Tim

[Monkeyman]

Would Harbor Freight use the closest store to you to ship from?, if so it might explain a difference in processing speed.

We have a store here in Iowa that is about 25miles from me but mine was shipped from California Norm.

Same here. There's a store 15 miles from me (never been there, didn't even know it was there) and mine got sent from CA, too. Seems they could have saved some money if they sent them from the nearest stores. They have to be losing money shipping a 70# box for $7US.

Got mine 30 minutes ago...helped the young lady carry it in - my son and I - haven't opened it yet. Tomorrow I'll make sure all the parts are there.

Tim

You DID remember to take a pic, right? Of the "young lady"? Without pics, it didn't happen. :D

[ringadingh]

Thats most likely the warehouse that they ship from in Ca. Its amamzing how that can get shipped for $7.00, but the post office and UPS charge a lot more for shipping much smaller items.

[cnc]

Got mine this afternoon.. my house is on stilts 13ft high I have two bikes under my house and the delivery guy carries the jack up the stairs.

Is that the house that Jack built?:tehe:

[Concho75]

Just scored a Harbor Freight lift for 59.99 with coupon code 69364626. Not sure how long the code is good for but if you're looking for a lift it's a pretty good deal.

Several years ago, Pep Boys had a special on the same jack, Torin Jacks Inc., Big Red Motorcycle Jack, for $45.00 . It's been a good jack and well worth the money if you do any work on your bike.

http://www.torinjacks.com/images/ProductImage/l/111.jpg

[remcbride]

Is that the house that Jack built?:tehe:

As a matter of fact the builders name was jack

[old curmudgeon]

Bike is in the air :tup:

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Seems like there are only two speeds to lower it: Yikes, and Holy CRAP! It's pretty exciting...


I guess I can remove the plastic wrap from the handle now :wtf:

[Monkeyman]

Conco75 --- That's not the exact same jack but looks very close. Maybe a bit sturdier. Good price.

[ringadingh]

Its amazing how they can sell them at that price. You certainly coudn't build one for near that.

[blowndodge]

It's the same one I got!

[remcbride]

Bike is in the air :tup:

http://im1.shutterfly.com/media/47a2df33b3127cceff4d2e75a70d00000030O00AaOWzho3cMW IPbz4C/cC/f%3D0/ps%3D50/r%3D0/rx%3D550/ry%3D400/
http://im1.shutterfly.com/media/47a2df33b3127cceff4c0f5fc7e300000030O00AaOWzho3cMW IPbz4C/cC/f%3D0/ps%3D50/r%3D0/rx%3D550/ry%3D400/
Seems like there are only two speeds to lower it: Yikes, and Holy CRAP! It's pretty exciting...


I guess I can remove the plastic wrap from the handle now :wtf:
Thanks for the heads up on the two speeds for lowering the bike. When I get to use mine I'll keep it on the yikes setting. The holy crap one might drop the bike to quick.

[Monkeyman]

First, MAKE SURE THE KICKSTAND IS DOWN!!! Then hold on to the bike and mash your foot on the pedal. Mine's been up and down more than my 1st ex wife and the bike hasn't fallen over yet. old c is definitely correct, though. Really Fast and You've Got To Be Kidding.

You DID get one of Idahos Jack Adapters, didn't you? If so, you'll need a few pieces of 2x8s or 2x10s. The whole assembly won't fit under the bike unless it's on the 2x?s. I found some scraps at Menards for .29 each. One each for the tires and one under the kickstand. I got 2x8s but I'll probably go back and see if I can find some 2x12 scraps. Once on the ground, the bike slid off the edge of one of the 2x8s. Didn't hurt anything but I still didn't like it.

[AlabamaNomadRider]

Fedex delivered mine Saturday. We also have a store within an hour drive but it was shipped from California also.