Is this safe?
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Racer
Joined: Jul 2005
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From: Broadlands Virginia
I Cheated
My car is lowered 1" and I dont have patience in trying to get my vette on to the ramps by driving so,I jacked up the rear using the 5lbs free weight method and put the rhinos under the rear tires. this raised the front end (sides) a little so I could jack up front end using the pucks (that I borrowed from the wifes BMW, this is the only reason why I Let her get a BMW and not a Vette, HAHA LOL j/k) I then put the rhino ramps on either side. I know it's a lot of work but, this is the only way for me, I don't know anyone with lifts, and I aint taking my baby to a stinking shop for an oil change.
Next time I'll put some jack stand on for corners for a little more safety.
Last edited by YellowPowerC5; Jul 28, 2007 at 02:32 PM.
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From: Southern New Jersey, The wet part at the bottom
St. Jude Donor '08-'09-'10
That looks fine to me. I myself have to jack higher and support with stands 'cause my stomach won't fit under the center air dam.
But I put ramps under the wheels as a safety precaution, so I look just like you but the Vette appears to be "levitating."
But I put ramps under the wheels as a safety precaution, so I look just like you but the Vette appears to be "levitating."
Racer
Joined: Jun 2004
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From: getzville ny
Guys you should really take a look at the Quick Lift. I used to change the oil with jacks, but now scince I bought the Kwick Lift it is so easy. For 1500 bucks its alot safer than having the car fall on you. Thats how I talked my wife into the idea, so she said go ahead and get it.
Instructor
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From: Ponchatoula Louisiana
Why would you need jack stands under that? The ramps are more secure than the jack stands. If you have the e-brake on (and it's working!), there's nowhere the car can go. Just be sure the brake's on and the wheels are planted squarely in the ramps and you're good to go, IMHO.
