T-Jak MB-101 Mini-Brute

by T-Jak

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Mini-brute has a screw-on top plate, quick-adjustment knob and baseplate. It works great for installing uppers with lowers already in place. Handles up to 400-Pound and adjusts from 15-Inch to 24-Inch. Extensions make it more versatile.

Product Description

The T-JAKÂ mini-brute, model MB-101, is a smaller version of the T-JAKÂ cabinet jack with an adjustment range of 15 In. to 24 In. This is the ideal tool to install upper cabinets when the base cabinets are already in place. It is a versatile tool with many applications. 1 Ft., 2 Ft. and 3 Ft. T-JAKÂ extension shafts increase the adjustment range. The MB-101 can also be taken apart and inserted into the extension shaft to create a 2 Ft. or 3 Ft. mini T-JAK.

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 16 x 6 x 3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0000224OM
• California residents: Click here for Proposition 65 warning.
• Item model number: MB-101
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #9,934 in Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Home Improvement)
  • #6 in Home Improvement > Building Supplies > Material Handling > Drywall Lifts

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

20 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars unpaid helper, July 2, 2000

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ken taft (Boulder, Co.) - See all my reviews

This review is from: T-Jak MB-101 Mini-Brute (Tools & Home Improvement)

A friend loaned to me his T-Jak to use when I install cabinets. I used to put a cleat on the wall first, leaving holes from screws after removing. Since I started using the T-Jak, I've been able to install 3 to 4 more cabinets per day, It's like having a helper, and not having to pay him. I install the bases first, then the uppers. If during installation, it turns out that I have to raise or lower the cabinet, it's just a simple turn of the screw to move it up or down. My only complaint is that the base of the T-Jak is a bit small and is prone to tipping, but I remidied that by attaching a 12" x 18" piece of plywood to the bottom for added stability. If you install cabinets on a regular basis, you should buy this tool!

14 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars What a Great Idea, May 18, 2002

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Big Wood Guy (Bolton, MA USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: T-Jak MB-101 Mini-Brute (Tools & Home Improvement)

Too bad the manufactures of this tool never got past the hardware store component prototype version. Buy it if you must, it does work well, but you could easily replicate this thing almost perfectly with parts from your local hardware store. When my order arrived, I felt as though I had just been hoodwinked. I originally ordered both the tall and short versions and all of the extensions, but after realizing what they were, I kept the Mini-Brut and returned everything else and got the extensions at the hardware store for relatively little cost.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Paid for itself on first use, January 12, 2008

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G. Smith - See all my reviews
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This review is from: T-Jak MB-101 Mini-Brute (Tools & Home Improvement)

I am a contractor and can tell you to rest assured that you will not regret this purchase. I ordered this mini brute along with the taller version and will be leaving the same review for both. Working alone installing cabinets or even the above range top microwaves becomes an accurate "snap" with this product. As you are doing now, I read all the reviews and must admit that some made me wonder why the opinions could vary so much. Some had even mentioned how they could build these themselves with parts from Home Depot. Don't waste your time wondering. You'd be wasting your time running around trying to duplicate it. The "slip" nut is really innovative and ingenious. If you do purchase the taller one too, be sure to look into the "drywall" version because it includes a two foot extension at the same cost of the non "drywall" version. The only thing missing with this tool is a good carrying case of some sort. The other thing I will mention to you about these T-Jak tools is to be careful when dismantling them, sliding the threaded part back into the pipe. The threaded piece can pinch your hand if not careful. I highly recommend both T-Jak products.