The Tombstone Jack™ is a purpose-built solution that empowers communities to restore and maintain cemetery monuments safely and effectively. Our system uses four highly-engineered clamps with 4-inch square rubber pads. By applying 100 foot-pounds of torque, the system generates an impressive 10,000 pounds of clamping force, allowing safe lifting of monuments weighing up to 3,000 pounds. For heavier monuments, our lift feet increase capacity to safely handle up to 12,000 pounds.

 

Not all lifts will require a wood pad to be under the Jacks, but the ground can be soft, which may cause the Jacks to be pushed into the ground while lifting a monument. We suggest that you have some good ¾” plywood pads - 8” x 12” up to 12” x 12” (spread the load) For your many projects, an assortment of 1”x 4” and 2”x 4” lumber in various lengths will help you customize a safe and productive work environment.

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The Clamp N Lift rubber pads are super grippy and also replaceable, but if you take care of them you should never need to replace them. If you need to lift a rough-cut monument we suggest that you remove the rubber pads and replace them with 4”x 4” x 1- 1 ½” thick wood such as you might cut from a 2”x 6” board – install these in the special clamp brackets with the same screws that hold the rubber pads, and you are good to go.​

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This system is designed for both practicality and durability. Once a monument is lifted, fresh washed ¾-inch minus gravel is placed underneath to ensure proper leveling and drainage. Unlike cement, gravel provides a long-term, adaptable solution, allowing for future adjustments without creating additional challenges. This method ensures stability while accommodating the natural settling of the ground over time.