Anyone recognize this floor jack plaque?
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Based on the serial number in the plaque, its a Sears Model 328 12001 Floor Jack. We had a decent Sears jack from the 70's growing up, big blue baztard that worked until it didn't in 2008.
They still make seal kits for it if your want to rebuild the unit.
And no, I do not think they will warranty a replacement.
Actually, if you spent about an entire day on the phone with Sears, you could get a replacement..
And no, I do not think they will warranty a replacement.
Actually, if you spent about an entire day on the phone with Sears, you could get a replacement..
I have the same thoughts, 328.12001 is a sears jack number.
This is the part of the thread were you give us a reason / back story on the jack..
Sentimental? Curious of its specs? Intend to use?
Can't leave us hanging..
Sentimental? Curious of its specs? Intend to use?
Can't leave us hanging..
I got it off offerup for 5 bucks. Very curious what brand it is.Needs rebuild. Plan to paint it yellow. Post pics in a while.....
Anyone know where I can get the rebuild kit, maybe besides seats? If not, then sears it is
Gotta google man:
https://www.google.com/search?q=mod...57j33i299.43788j0j15&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8
it seems average price of the rebuild kit is about $50... A few people commented that they wish they just threw it out and skipped the rebuild, I'd most likely agree with them.
https://www.google.com/search?q=mod...57j33i299.43788j0j15&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8
it seems average price of the rebuild kit is about $50... A few people commented that they wish they just threw it out and skipped the rebuild, I'd most likely agree with them.
Sears won’t carry rebuild kits, nor will any representative of theirs know were to get one. Your best bet is an online supplier. Your local hydraulic supply store will likely have individual seals, but they may only carry pre made kits for the the jack brands they sell/service.
IMHO, the Sears 328 jack is one of the easiest designs to rebuild, and the seals used are quality. However, the only pic you showed … it looks completely rusted. I would advise disassembling the jack first to make sure that the internal components of the hydraulic unit are in good shape, and the frame of the jack hasn’t been bent or modified before spending the money for a rebuild kit. Yes, there are folks that have honed and polished internal cylinders and valve seats, but I think that extra effort should be reserved for something of sentimental value.
IMHO, the Sears 328 jack is one of the easiest designs to rebuild, and the seals used are quality. However, the only pic you showed … it looks completely rusted. I would advise disassembling the jack first to make sure that the internal components of the hydraulic unit are in good shape, and the frame of the jack hasn’t been bent or modified before spending the money for a rebuild kit. Yes, there are folks that have honed and polished internal cylinders and valve seats, but I think that extra effort should be reserved for something of sentimental value.
Very good advice about inspection of internals.
