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Jan 24, 2009 | 08:59 AM

SharpCrease

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Jacking a Vette.

My buddy that owns a 1999 C5 says that you should never use any kind of floor jack to lift it unless you open every single door on it which includes the drivers/Pass doors,,,,trunk,,,,hood... Is this true??? He says that if you jack it up with a floor jack with the doors closed could mess up the alignment and will cause opening and closing issues.....

Jan 24, 2009 | 09:18 AM

dndrsn

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I have used a floor jack to lift my car one wheel at a time, both wheels on one side, and either end. I have never had any issuses with panel or door alighment.

Jan 24, 2009 | 09:20 AM

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Jan 24, 2009 | 09:29 AM

SharpCrease

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Ok thanks.... was worried for a minute because I've done it a few times myself.

Jan 24, 2009 | 09:31 AM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by dndrsn

I have used a floor jack to lift my car one wheel at a time, both wheels on one side, and either end. I have never had any issuses with panel or door alighment.

That's me!

Jan 24, 2009 | 11:24 AM

rebelheart

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Seems very odd that they have jacking points if you arent supposed to use em!

Jan 24, 2009 | 11:26 AM

DeeGee

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Thats a myth thats carried over from the C4

The C5 is stronger than an ox

Jack away but use the jacking points (and pucks for the side points) or you may risk rocker panel damage

Jan 24, 2009 | 11:49 AM

c5BlackBeauty

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I've heard this before and there has been a post or two about it in the past. Bottom line.....not an issue with the C5. Maybe earlier generations but as long as you follow the instructions for the proper jacking of your C5 you'll have not worries.

Here's a great post that will give you everything you need to know about jacking your vette.

http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c5-g...l?forum_id=103

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