Product details
Cartrend 10429 universal rubber pad for jacks and lifts – light grey
Small but absolutely handy — this Cartrend 10429 rubber jack pad makes lifting a car less of a faff and a lot safer. It’s a tough little cushion that sits on your trolley jack or lift head to protect both the jack and the car’s underbody, while giving a much better bite. Simple design, proper job — especially useful with heavier motors like SUVs and vans.
Key features
- Made from solid rubber that resists wear and stays put under pressure — it won’t squash out of position when you’re under load.
- A wedge-shaped V-groove that adapts to the common flanged edges or beading on many vehicle undersides, so the jack sits neat and secure.
- The waffle-pattern top boosts friction to cut the risk of slipping while you lift — handy when you’re dealing with heavier cars.
- Works with most standard trolley jacks and lifting platforms, including popular makes such as Cartrend, Unitec, Michelin and Goodyear.
Technical details
The numbers are straightforward: the pad’s dual-diameter head measures 38 / 65 mm with a height of 40 mm, and it’s rated to carry 1,000 kg (1 tonne). Compact and lightweight, it stashes easily in the boot or toolkit and is built to last thanks to its solid rubber construction.
Typical use cases
- Quick tyre change at the roadside — gives a secure contact point and helps prevent damage to pinch welds or the jack slipping off rounded jacking points.
- In the garage, when using a trolley jack or lifting platform under vehicles with stamped beading, the V-groove provides a better fit so there’s less shifting while you work.
- For workshops handling mixed vehicles, this universal pad cuts down the number of different adapters needed — less kit to carry and less faff.
Practical tips and things to check
Have a quick look at your jack head before you start to make sure the pad sits flat and stable. Some jacks have very large or very small heads where the fit might be a bit iffy, so do a light test lift first. If a vehicle has an odd jacking point or the underbody is badly corroded or damaged, pick a different lifting method — safety first. It’s worth noting that the extra grip is a real bonus in winter when surfaces are damp or greasy.
All in all, this is a no-nonsense, affordable upgrade that protects both car and jack, reduces slipping, and makes lifting quieter and safer. Not glamorous, but very useful — no more bodging with makeshift pads or scuffing the paint while you try to get the jack to bite.