Modifying Jack Stands
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Melting Slicks
Joined: Jul 2004
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From: Folsom Lake CA
Modifying Jack Stands
I was wondering if there's any reason to have jackstands with cradle tops anymore. I've been putting a flat piece of steel on top of the cradle ends, and lately, I've been wondering if I should just weld the flat pieces onto the cradles, instead of always having to balance them on there.
I mean, I don't think my Suburban or wife's Accura could even make use of cradles. Weren't they originally designed to fit under straight axles about 225 years ago? And, would I ever have a need for cradle tops?
Any comments?
I mean, I don't think my Suburban or wife's Accura could even make use of cradles. Weren't they originally designed to fit under straight axles about 225 years ago? And, would I ever have a need for cradle tops?
Any comments?
Burning Brakes
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From: Punta Gorda, FL
I use the cradle tops along frame rails when I lift the front of my C4 and two Olds dd's to change the oil. So there is still a use for them. However, stands are inexpensive enough that you could just buy another set if you need to.
Burning Brakes
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From: Middletown PA
I'm thinking about getting 2 more $.99 hockey pucks and running a piece of all-thread thru the middle, then drilling a slightly oversized hole in the top of the cradle on the jackstand to receive the all-thread and keep the puck in position.
That way you could just lift the puck off and still have the cradle when you need it.
That way you could just lift the puck off and still have the cradle when you need it.
Safety Car
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From: Naples Florida
Originally Posted by lspalding
I use the cradle tops along frame rails when I lift the front of my C4 and two Olds dd's to change the oil. So there is still a use for them. However, stands are inexpensive enough that you could just buy another set if you need to.
buy another set, I know what you mean though about the cradles. I jack and support my car by the crossmembers
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Melting Slicks
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From: Folsom Lake CA
Originally Posted by lspalding
I use the cradle tops along frame rails when I lift the front of my C4 and two Olds dd's to change the oil. So there is still a use for them. However, stands are inexpensive enough that you could just buy another set if you need to.
Love your C4. Makes me wanna cry, 'cause here's my last view of my Black Rose.
Drifting
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From: Greensboro, NC "REALITY IS MERELY AN ILLUSION, ALBEIT A VERY PERSISTENT ONE"...ALBERT EINSTEIN"
St. Jude Donor '05-'06-'07
Originally Posted by MrLeadFoot
Good point.
Love your C4. Makes me wanna cry, 'cause here's my last view of my Black Rose.
Love your C4. Makes me wanna cry, 'cause here's my last view of my Black Rose.
Sorry about that.......Looks painfull
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