Do you love cider but don’t have the space or money for a traditional cider press? No problem! You can build your own cider press car jack with this easy guide. By following these simple instructions, you’ll be able to create a car jack that works just as well as the ones you find at the store.
What You’ll Need
To build a car jack, you’ll need the following materials:
-A 2×4 board
-A 2″ hole saw
-An 18″ long piece of 1″ PVC tubing
-A car jack
-A tire iron
-A screwdriver
-A drill
-Cordless drill
-Circular saw
-Tape measure
-Paint or other sealant
Step One: Cut the 2×4 board to the desired dimensions. You will need a strip that is 18 inches long and 1 inch wide. The other end of the strip should be cut perpendicular to the first end, so that it has two pieces. This will make a V shape.
Step Two: Drill a hole in one end of the V-shaped strip using the 2″ hole saw. Make sure that the drilled hole is centered on the V and that it is large enough for the PVC tubing to fit through comfortably. The larger the diameter of your tubing, the easier it will be to lift weights with this car jack!
Step Three: Take one end of the PVC tubing and thread it through the drilled hole in the V strip. Push it all the way through until it is seated securely
How To Make The Frame
Building a cider press car jack is not difficult, but there are a few steps you need to take to make sure the end result is perfect. The frame of your cider press jack should be made from sturdy materials that can handle the weight of the press and the apples it will be pressing.
You will also need a means of attaching the frame to the vehicle. This can be done in a number of ways, but a simple strap or chain will do the job. Once you have your frame and attachment method figured out, you are ready to start building your jack.
The first step is to build the base of your jack. This will consist of two panels that are attached at either end by adjustable screws. The panels should be slightly wider than the circumference of the press mechanism you will be using, so that it can fit snugly against the body of the press.
Next, construct the sides of your jack base. These should be made from two pieces of wood that are hinged at one end and have an opening at the other. The opening will accommodate the press mechanism, while the hinged portion allows you to adjust the height of your jack base.
Finally, build up your car jack frame using sturdy
How To Install The Cider Press Jack
When it comes to installing a cider press jack, there are a few basic steps that need to be followed in order to ensure proper stability and safety.
First, measure the height of your car’s frame above the ground. This will help you determine the necessary clearance required for the cider press jack.
Next, mark the location of your frame above the ground with a stone or piece of wood. This will serve as a reference point for drilling holes into your car’s frame.
Drill two 1-inch holes into each marked location on your car’s frame. Use a screwdriver to carefully widen the holes until they are 3/4-inch wide.
Next, install the cider press jack using the two 1-inch screws that came with it. Make sure that the screws are inserted deep into the drilled holes, and tighten them using a wrench.
Finally, use a level to make sure that the cider press jack is properly balanced and stable in your car’s frame.
How To Use The Cider Press Jack
In this article, we will show you how to use a cider press jack so that you can easily extract juice from your hard cider.
First, make sure that the jack is properly assembled. Next, fit the plunger tube into the spout on the top of the jack and screw on the cap. Make sure that the plunger tube is long enough to reach all of the juice in your container. Finally, place your hard cider (or other fruit juice) into the container fitted with the plunger tube and fit the top of the jack onto the container. Push down on the plunger tube to start extracting juice, and keep pushing down until all of the juice has been extracted.