Rules Of Jacks

1. The Game Jacks

Jacks or Better - Understanding the Hands. High: Any card that is a Jack or higher. Low, on the other hand, refers to all cards that are lower in value than a Jack. Examples of high cards include Ace, King, Queen, and Jack, while low cards run from 2 through 10.

Jacks or Better is played as a five card draw game. In this version, betting is not allowed to open until at least one player at the table can open betting with a pair of Jacks or better.

Instructions & Rules for Jacks or Better

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• Jacks: The Game with Ancient Origins The game known as “Jacks”, or a variation of the modern game, has been played for more than 2000 years. In texts left behind by the Greek philosopher, Sophocles, there is mention of the game being played around the time of the Trojan War (roughly 1190 B.C.).
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To begin playing Jacks or Better each player is required to ante. The dealer will then deal out five cards down to each player. Each player will have the chance to look at their cards and decide if they are able to open the betting round. Remember a pair of jacks is required to play.

If nobody at the table has at least a pair of Jacks, each player will muck their hand, ante again and the dealer will deal another five cards face down. On this round a pair of Queens or better is required in order to open up betting. If nobody can open, cards will be mucked, players will again ante, and each player will receive five new cards face down. This will continue with Kings or better, followed by Aces or better and back to Jacks or better until one player is able to open with the minimum requirements.

Once a player is able to open they have the option to bet or check. Each player who remains in the hand will have the option to draw as many cards as they want up to five. Once the draw is complete a final betting round will take place, followed by the showdown. The player with the best five card poker hand wins the pot.

To Summarize;

• Each person antes into the pot.
• The dealer will deal each player 5 cards face down.
• A betting round will take place only if someone is able to open with a pair of Jacks.
• No jacks, no hand. Hands are mucked and players ante again.
• If a player opens, the rest of the hand will be played as 5 card draw.
• The best poker hand wins.
• Next round will require a pair of Queens or better to open the betting round.

Variations of Jacks or Better and Strategy

This game can be played so many different ways. To make it a bit more difficult you can add “legs” which means a player has to win so many rounds before they can take the pot. When a leg is added, it’s best to remember to control the pot as best as possible. You don’t want to bet huge on the first round when you’re on your first leg as the game can change quickly. Another version of the game can be played where if no one has a pair of Jacks or better, the game is then played as lowball.

Tip – If one of the players is able to open betting, your hand should be able to improve for you to call the bet. The only time you’d play and draw all five cards is when you’re down to your last leg and need the win.

There are some repairs and maintenance items that can only be done from underneath a vehicle. While your vehicle may be equipped with a jack, it was never designed to be used for anything but an emergency. We’ve put together this car jack and jack stands guide to help you understand the different options available for getting your vehicle off the ground.

Safety Is Paramount

This is a true story about my friend Ken. A mechanic by trade, Ken was wrenching on a personal vehicle in the driveway one weekend when he became a victim of a nightmarish scene. The flimsy factory jack he was using to keep the car off the ground failed, causing Ken to become trapped between a concrete driveway and a few thousand pounds of automotive steel. Ken yelled for help, but no one came to help him. He told me he mustered some previously unknown strength to lift a corner of the car off of himself and slide out from under it.

Ken suffered serious injury to his back, and it literally took him months to get back on his feet. Due to permanent injuries, he could no longer make a living working on cars. The unfortunate event changed his life.

The accident was totally preventable, though. Smart lifting practices are a must to ensure the safety of anyone working underneath a vehicle. High-quality jacks, jack stands or ramps can keep you safe whether you’re replacing a clutch or just sliding under a vehicle for a quick visual inspection. Our jack and jack stands buyer’s guide explains how to choose lifting equipment that’s right for your needs.

Jack and Lifting Basics

Jack stands: Jack stands may be the most overlooked safety equipment items in a DIY garage. Jack stands do not lift vehicles. Instead, they provide a safe, fixed support for a raised vehicle. Use a pair of jack stands every time you lift a vehicle and you will vastly decrease the likelihood of becoming a victim of a falling vehicle. Simply jack up the vehicle and lower it onto the jack stand or stands. When the time comes to remove them, raise the vehicle slightly with a jack, remove the jack stands and lower the vehicle. Always place wheel chocks before performing work on a raised vehicle.

Ramps: Ramps are a safe alternative to jacks and jack stands because they provide large, solid points of contact that are unlikely to fail. Ramps are not as versatile as jacks and jack stands, though. If you need to remove a wheel to replace brake pads, for example, a ramp does you no good. If your job is replacing a muffler, though, ramps are ideal.

Floor jacks: A jack that comes with a vehicle’s spare tire changing kit is not suitable for use in other applications. These jacks are typically designed to be small and lightweight, ideal for a minor roadside emergency but little else. For regular lifting around the shop or garage, a quality floor jack is an essential tool. Choose a floor jack with a lifting pad that’s at least two inches in diameter. This will give the vehicle’s jack point plenty of surface area on which to rest. Because a floor jack is on wheels, it will roll into a sturdy position as the car rises. Be sure to lower the car onto jack stands before starting your work.

Bottle jacks: Bottle jacks are more compact than floor jacks and are often rated for heavier weights than similarly priced floor jacks. Because bottle jacks usually have a smaller footprint than floor jacks, though, they may not be as stable. Be sure to use bottle jacks on a strong, flat surface like a garage floor to minimize the chance of movement. Use jack stands with a bottle jack just as you would with a floor jack.

Specialty lifting equipment: Special equipment helps DIYers and pros alike more safely and easily perform specific jobs. A transmission jack slides neatly under the transmission to safely drop it from a vehicle. An engine hoist or engine crane allows you to lift an entire engine out of its bay while minimizing risk to yourself or your vehicle. If you do a lot of heavy wrenching, a specialty lift is a great way to get the job done quickly and safely.

Popular Jacks and Lifting Equipment

The charts below outlines some popular car jacks, ramps, jack stands and other lifting equipment available from NAPA AUTO PARTS. We recommend choosing a jack rated at roughly the same capacity as the curb weight of the vehicle it is lifting. For example, a 4,000 pound (two ton) SUV would need a two ton jack. While you won’t be lifting the entire vehicle at once with the jack, it leaves a healthy safety margin.

Floor Jack and Bottle Jack Comparison Chart

Jack Stands Comparison Chart

Car Ramps Comparison Chart

These are a few of the basic lifting options that most home garages need. Once things get a bit more serious it may be worth investing in a 2-post lift or a 4-post lift. These normally require a bit of prep for installation, but can be well worth the expense due to the convenience factor.

Check out all the tools & equipmentavailable on NAPA Online or trust one of our 17,000 NAPA AutoCare locations for routine maintenance and repairs. For more information on buying the right jack and jack stands, chat with a knowledgeable expert at your local NAPA AUTO PARTS store.

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Nick Palermo is a freelance automotive writer and NAPA Know How blogger. Since becoming an auto news and reviews contributor at AutoTrader.com in 2011, he has broadened his coverage of the automotive industry to include topics like new car technology, antiques and classics, DIY maintenance and repair, industry news and motorsports. A committed advocate for automotive media professionals, Nick is a member of the Greater Atlanta Automotive Media Association.

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