Do I really need that rubber foot for the jack?

[Scott ZHP]

Originally Posted by crystalworks

Of course it is... it was also a weight compromise. That doesn't mean it's noneffective and should never be used. I've used the widow makers on so many BMW's that, the way you guys talk about them, I should have dropped a vehicle a long time ago.

I agree, the factory jack is not the best jack you could use... but it certainly isn't unsafe if used properly either.

Different perspective, I guess, which is fine. I view jack safety as binary. They're either safe to use, or they aren't. I wouldn't use the widowmaker in my garage on a perfectly level concrete floor. For a few bucks, a scissor jack is a worthwhile investment if you need something better in a roadside emergency, which is what I've opted for - except the E70, which has runflats. Your car your money. .