Product details
Planger power pad – rubber jack pad for trolley jacks and axle stands
Looking for a simple, no-nonsense way to protect your car when you’re using a jack? The Planger Power Pad slips neatly onto your trolley jack or jack stand and creates a soft, secure contact point between the jack and your car’s sill or pinch weld. The idea’s dead simple – stop metal-on-metal contact, avoid chips and dents, and reduce the chance of the jack slipping while you lift.
Why this pad matters
Pinch welds and sills are awkward bits to get wrong – a slipping jack or the wrong contact point soon leaves you with scuffs, bent panels or, worse, a bit of rust. This pad gives you a shaped rubber interface that sits on most common jack heads and grips the car’s lift point, so you’re not wrestling with makeshift solutions. It’s small, fuss-free and exactly the sort of thing you’ll be glad to have to hand.
Key features and benefits
- Made from a tough NR/SBR rubber compound at 80 Shore A – hardwearing but with enough give to mould to the car’s shape.
- Compact dimensions: 65 mm diameter × 33 mm height – fits many trolley jacks, axle stands and scissor jacks.
- V-groove and waffle surface – bites onto both the jack plate and the car to reduce slipping during lifts.
- Recessed base – sits snugly on the jack head for extra stability.
- Lightweight at around 111 g – small enough to keep in the boot or toolkit without taking up space.
- 3-year warranty – so you can buy with a bit of confidence it’ll last.
Technical specifications
- Material: NR/SBR rubber compound
- Hardness: 80 Shore A
- Dimensions: 65 mm diameter × 33 mm height (6.5 × 3.3 cm)
- Weight: approx. 111 g
- Recommended vehicle capacity: up to 3.5 tonne
Who it works for and typical uses
It’s ideal for DIY mechanics, tuning fans and anyone who regularly uses a trolley jack or axle stand at home or in the garage. Works with many popular jack brands such as Unitec and Michelin, and suits cars, SUVs and light vans. Typical jobs include changing tyres, underbody checks, routine servicing and quick roadside lifts. If you work on lowered cars or vehicles with modified sills, this little pad helps avoid those awkward pressure marks and scratches.
Practical tips and compatibility
Before you buy, have a quick check of the pad dimensions against your jack head and the vehicle’s lift point – it’s compact but designed to fit snugly. Some jacks or unusual lift points might need a different size or an adapter, so comparing the 65 × 33 mm size with your equipment is worth the five minutes.
Bottom line: less slipping, fewer scuffs and a lot less faff when lifting the car. It’s a simple, effective bit of kit that makes routine jobs quicker and less stressful, especially in cold weather when you’re rushing about. Built to last and backed by that 3-year warranty, it’s one of those small extras that quickly feels essential.