Hi-Lift HandleAll: 4 Tools-in-1

***Corey*** · 12-10-2007, 01:07 PM

Anyone seen this?
http://hi-lift.com/products/handle_all.htm

Review here.
http://www.popularmechanics.com/auto...o/4229393.html

Quote:

When driving off-road, it is essential to have recovery equipment. Most reliable sources strongly suggest a Hi-Lift jack, a shovel, and an axe as minimal gear.
In fact, many off-road parks consider these items mandatory equipment.

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This four-in-one off-road recovery tool (including shovel, axe, pickaxe and sledgehammer) has a two-piece telescoping handle that’s held together with strong, yet easy to operate, quick release Tab-Lok pins.
You can shorten the handle for working in tight spaces by simply removing one of the tubes.
The tool heads have been CNC’s to fit snuggle into the tubes. They are also held in place with TAB-LOK pins.

mtnfreak · 12-10-2007, 08:34 PM

Only seen it in my mind before. Difference is, my version came with a spare handle and was a lot less expensive. Of course, this version is real, whereas I'm still looking for a place to cast the parts cheaply.

***Corey*** · 12-12-2007, 04:15 AM

I am seriously considering getting one.
Why?

The shovel and ax I throw up on the roof rack are required pretty much if you off road, and the Forest Service pretty much insists you have that gear with you when off roading in my area.

But how often do they get used?
Not very often, but it is something you want for backup just in case.

With this item from Hi-Lift, it can stay in the rig at all times and be ready, and I do not have to worry about putting it up on the roof and taking it off the roof when I get back from a trip.

I have to do some thinking about this...

tc · 12-12-2007, 06:53 AM

There's also the MaxAxe - similar concept, but been around a while (and therefore a bit more proven than a new product)

Belize Off Road Team · 12-12-2007, 07:41 AM

unless you got all your storage compartments inside full, that would be handy if you really dont want the stuff on your roof rack. me personally have a level 3 first aid kit, tow rope with shackle and tools to fix most anything that might break, im still looking for fold away shovel & stuff like that. Corey, do you know if someone can cut an extra understeat storage on the other side of the jack on a 2nd gen Surf/4Runner? is there actually space under there to do that or is ittaken up by stuff underneath the vehicle? anyone know if it can be done?????

Tacoclimber · 12-12-2007, 08:32 AM

Without seeing it or using it, I would question the long term structural integrity of something like that, especially if used hard. Is it really built to withstand the forces of chopping or ..uh, "sledging"?

But then again, it is made by "Hi-lift". Corey, you should get two and then send me one, and I'll help with a YT review of it!

***Corey*** · 12-12-2007, 08:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Tacoclimber

But then again, it is made by "Hi-lift". Corey, you should get two and then send me one, and I'll help with a YT review of it!

I am working it

http://www.central4wd.com/inventoryd...;folder%7C5144

$129, and I happen to have a Central 4WD right down the road from my work.
I may pick one up tomorrow, today is laundry day, that takes priority over shopping

It is a little cheaper going through a retailer, but I am also working something else, but my contact is out to lunch right now.

Think back to what we were doing during the summer.

CJM · 12-12-2007, 08:57 AM

2 piece handle? Held together by lock pins? Whats the handle made out of-unless its steel I wont touch it..

Nothing like good old wood or fiberglass!

***Corey*** · 12-12-2007, 10:53 AM

OK, because I dig you (Well some of you

) I have secured one of these Hi-Lift HandleAll units for a December/Christmas/Holiday/whatever you wanna call it giveaway.

Stay tuned to the homepage for a link to the announcement section where the contest will be.

The contest will be like the past Summer Giveaways, where you are allowed to post only once in the thread I put up.
Post more than once, and you get the axed out of the contest.

I think we will run the contest to Friday morning the 21st of December.
I will pick the winner that morning before work, and post the results in a new thread in the announcement section.

So stay tuned, one of you members is going to win this.

hanksyota · 12-12-2007, 11:12 AM

sweet deal. thanks Corey!

Tacoclimber · 12-12-2007, 11:16 AM

I'll definitely be posting in that thread...

***Corey*** · 12-12-2007, 11:32 AM

You are welcome.
I got a nice PDF file from Hi-Lift in the email a bit ago, will be converting that over to a JPG when I am at home.

The unit is coming directly to me, and I will have it before Christmas.
As soon as our software here picks a winner next week, I will contact the winner and try to get it UPS'd to you as fast as I can.
Saturday the 22nd I will take it to UPS reshipper.

I pay the shipping

My local Central 4WD has one in stock, I think I will pick it up tomorrow.
I do kind of want to get all my stuff off of the roofrack, as I am thinking very hard about one of these.
This one to be exact, and it fits the factory rack.

***Corey*** · 12-12-2007, 03:14 PM

Go, go now!

***Corey*** · 12-14-2007, 01:12 PM

Picked it up after work yesterday at Central 4WD.
It is pretty darn nice, and the tools are nice and heavy.

Everything fits in the bag quite well.

The one for the giveaway should be showing up next week.

Tacoclimber · 12-14-2007, 02:42 PM

That does look pretty stout. Oh man, I hope I win this one...

***Corey*** · 12-19-2007, 08:21 AM

Hi-Lift informed me that it is on my local UPS truck out for delivery.
I should have it by 4 PM today.

ocdropzone · 12-19-2007, 08:27 AM

Fingers are crossed that I win December giveaway, but this has been added to my X-mas list. It is a long list but figure that a few things will show up under the tree

f4stunna · 12-19-2007, 08:43 AM

so all you have to do is reply in that thread?

i probulby would never buy something like that but i sure as hell would love to win it

12-10-2007, 08:34 PM	#2 (permalink)
mtnfreak Contributing Member Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: People's Republic of Boulder Posts: 824	Only seen it in my mind before. Difference is, my version came with a spare handle and was a lot less expensive. Of course, this version is real, whereas I'm still looking for a place to cast the parts cheaply. __________________ 89 4Runner, V6, Auto, Some stuff's stock, some's not.

12-12-2007, 04:15 AM	#3 (permalink)
*Corey* Co-Founder/Administrator Staff Join Date: May 2002 Location: Auburn, Washington Posts: 23,762	I am seriously considering getting one. Why? The shovel and ax I throw up on the roof rack are required pretty much if you off road, and the Forest Service pretty much insists you have that gear with you when off roading in my area. But how often do they get used? Not very often, but it is something you want for backup just in case. With this item from Hi-Lift, it can stay in the rig at all times and be ready, and I do not have to worry about putting it up on the roof and taking it off the roof when I get back from a trip. I have to do some thinking about this... __________________ Corey 2007 FJ Cruiser ARB bumper, Warn XD9000, OME lift, roof top tent, so much more, see my website & buildup thread PNW FJ Cruisers ☺ Detailing 101 ☺ Join Topsites ☺ Muffler Comparisons ☺ Maggiolinas In The Wild FJ Cruiser Buildup ☺ New Roof Top Tent ☺ Video Of My Penthouse ☺ Rehinge Your ARB/Engel Fridge

12-12-2007, 06:53 AM	#4 (permalink)
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12-12-2007, 07:41 AM	#5 (permalink)
Belize Off Road Team Contributing Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Corozal Town, Belize Posts: 2,376	unless you got all your storage compartments inside full, that would be handy if you really dont want the stuff on your roof rack. me personally have a level 3 first aid kit, tow rope with shackle and tools to fix most anything that might break, im still looking for fold away shovel & stuff like that. Corey, do you know if someone can cut an extra understeat storage on the other side of the jack on a 2nd gen Surf/4Runner? is there actually space under there to do that or is ittaken up by stuff underneath the vehicle? anyone know if it can be done????? __________________ -Phyl 1991 Hilux Surf SSR-G Petrol 3.0L V6 193,000kms l 3.4L V6 264,000kms to be rebuilt then installed! l Rancho RS5000 l 31"x10.50"xR15 Pro Comp Xterrain l K&N Drop in filter l PP 1" Lift Coil Springs l TRD shift knob l Lv. 3 First Aid Kit l White Gauges & Temp Controls l LED conversion l 80/100W Hella H4 l Hella Black Magic l 1st Gen Roll Bar Mod l FT/RR Diff. Breathers l Smittybilt XRC8 Winch l TOYOTA TOUR 2008 トヨタ\|NEVER QUIT

12-12-2007, 08:32 AM	#6 (permalink)
Tacoclimber Contributing Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Between a rock and a hard place, AZ Posts: 3,495	Without seeing it or using it, I would question the long term structural integrity of something like that, especially if used hard. Is it really built to withstand the forces of chopping or ..uh, "sledging"? But then again, it is made by "Hi-lift". Corey, you should get two and then send me one, and I'll help with a YT review of it! __________________ CJ ...<>< 03 DC TRD Tacoma 4wd with a bunch of junk. Just wheel the stupid thing!!! But do it responsibly, ok?

12-12-2007, 08:57 AM	#8 (permalink)
CJM Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Central NJ Posts: 4,580	2 piece handle? Held together by lock pins? Whats the handle made out of-unless its steel I wont touch it.. Nothing like good old wood or fiberglass! __________________ 96' T100 SR5 4x4, ISR mod, Custom ABS snorkel, KC 57's Hella optilux el cheapo backup lights. Cobra 19III CB, Firestick 4ft antenna, Bilstein shocks. Be polite. Be professional. But, have a plan to kill everyone you meet.

12-12-2007, 10:53 AM	#9 (permalink)
*Corey* Co-Founder/Administrator Staff Join Date: May 2002 Location: Auburn, Washington Posts: 23,762	OK, because I dig you (Well some of you ) I have secured one of these Hi-Lift HandleAll units for a December/Christmas/Holiday/whatever you wanna call it giveaway. Stay tuned to the homepage for a link to the announcement section where the contest will be. The contest will be like the past Summer Giveaways, where you are allowed to post only once in the thread I put up. Post more than once, and you get the axed out of the contest. I think we will run the contest to Friday morning the 21st of December. I will pick the winner that morning before work, and post the results in a new thread in the announcement section. So stay tuned, one of you members is going to win this. __________________ Corey 2007 FJ Cruiser ARB bumper, Warn XD9000, OME lift, roof top tent, so much more, see my website & buildup thread PNW FJ Cruisers ☺ Detailing 101 ☺ Join Topsites ☺ Muffler Comparisons ☺ Maggiolinas In The Wild FJ Cruiser Buildup ☺ New Roof Top Tent ☺ Video Of My Penthouse ☺ Rehinge Your ARB/Engel Fridge

12-12-2007, 11:12 AM	#10 (permalink)
hanksyota Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: denver, co Posts: 425	sweet deal. thanks Corey!

12-12-2007, 11:16 AM	#11 (permalink)
Tacoclimber Contributing Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Between a rock and a hard place, AZ Posts: 3,495	I'll definitely be posting in that thread... __________________ CJ ...<>< 03 DC TRD Tacoma 4wd with a bunch of junk. Just wheel the stupid thing!!! But do it responsibly, ok?

12-12-2007, 11:32 AM	#12 (permalink)
*Corey* Co-Founder/Administrator Staff Join Date: May 2002 Location: Auburn, Washington Posts: 23,762	You are welcome. I got a nice PDF file from Hi-Lift in the email a bit ago, will be converting that over to a JPG when I am at home. The unit is coming directly to me, and I will have it before Christmas. As soon as our software here picks a winner next week, I will contact the winner and try to get it UPS'd to you as fast as I can. Saturday the 22nd I will take it to UPS reshipper. I pay the shipping My local Central 4WD has one in stock, I think I will pick it up tomorrow. I do kind of want to get all my stuff off of the roofrack, as I am thinking very hard about one of these. This one to be exact, and it fits the factory rack. __________________ Corey 2007 FJ Cruiser ARB bumper, Warn XD9000, OME lift, roof top tent, so much more, see my website & buildup thread PNW FJ Cruisers ☺ Detailing 101 ☺ Join Topsites ☺ Muffler Comparisons ☺ Maggiolinas In The Wild FJ Cruiser Buildup ☺ New Roof Top Tent ☺ Video Of My Penthouse ☺ Rehinge Your ARB/Engel Fridge

12-12-2007, 03:14 PM	#13 (permalink)
*Corey* Co-Founder/Administrator Staff Join Date: May 2002 Location: Auburn, Washington Posts: 23,762	Go, go now! __________________ Corey 2007 FJ Cruiser ARB bumper, Warn XD9000, OME lift, roof top tent, so much more, see my website & buildup thread PNW FJ Cruisers ☺ Detailing 101 ☺ Join Topsites ☺ Muffler Comparisons ☺ Maggiolinas In The Wild FJ Cruiser Buildup ☺ New Roof Top Tent ☺ Video Of My Penthouse ☺ Rehinge Your ARB/Engel Fridge

12-14-2007, 01:12 PM	#14 (permalink)
*Corey* Co-Founder/Administrator Staff Join Date: May 2002 Location: Auburn, Washington Posts: 23,762	Picked it up after work yesterday at Central 4WD. It is pretty darn nice, and the tools are nice and heavy. Everything fits in the bag quite well. The one for the giveaway should be showing up next week. __________________ Corey 2007 FJ Cruiser ARB bumper, Warn XD9000, OME lift, roof top tent, so much more, see my website & buildup thread PNW FJ Cruisers ☺ Detailing 101 ☺ Join Topsites ☺ Muffler Comparisons ☺ Maggiolinas In The Wild FJ Cruiser Buildup ☺ New Roof Top Tent ☺ Video Of My Penthouse ☺ Rehinge Your ARB/Engel Fridge

12-14-2007, 02:42 PM	#15 (permalink)
Tacoclimber Contributing Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Between a rock and a hard place, AZ Posts: 3,495	That does look pretty stout. Oh man, I hope I win this one... __________________ CJ ...<>< 03 DC TRD Tacoma 4wd with a bunch of junk. Just wheel the stupid thing!!! But do it responsibly, ok?

12-19-2007, 08:21 AM	#16 (permalink)
*Corey* Co-Founder/Administrator Staff Join Date: May 2002 Location: Auburn, Washington Posts: 23,762	Hi-Lift informed me that it is on my local UPS truck out for delivery. I should have it by 4 PM today. __________________ Corey 2007 FJ Cruiser ARB bumper, Warn XD9000, OME lift, roof top tent, so much more, see my website & buildup thread PNW FJ Cruisers ☺ Detailing 101 ☺ Join Topsites ☺ Muffler Comparisons ☺ Maggiolinas In The Wild FJ Cruiser Buildup ☺ New Roof Top Tent ☺ Video Of My Penthouse ☺ Rehinge Your ARB/Engel Fridge

12-19-2007, 08:27 AM	#17 (permalink)
ocdropzone Contributing Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: PDX Posts: 2,747	Fingers are crossed that I win December giveaway, but this has been added to my X-mas list. It is a long list but figure that a few things will show up under the tree __________________ ~Robb '81 Trekker SR5 B4Runner Build '89 Tercel Project POS Gas Saver '05 Camry 'Wife's curb destroyer' '03 Tahoe Family Truckster/Tow Rig TREKKER Forum LINK TO ONLINE FACTORY SERVICE MANUALS All Toyota Website Search Engine Wheel Responsibly, Don't screw it up for others... Last edited by ocdropzone : 12-19-2007 at 08:29 AM.

12-19-2007, 08:43 AM	#18 (permalink)
f4stunna Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: South Central MA Posts: 138	so all you have to do is reply in that thread? i probulby would never buy something like that but i sure as hell would love to win it __________________ 91 PICKUP 4X4 22RE 2007 HONDA CBR 600RR 2004 HONDA CRF50