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Old Feb 22, 2009 | 10:50 AM
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Where can I get a set of ramps for my c5?
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Old Feb 22, 2009 | 10:53 AM
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Found my Rhino Ramps in AutoZone, but I'm sure you can google and find 'em anywhere...
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Old Feb 22, 2009 | 10:55 AM
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PepBoys and WalMart - Rhino Ramps
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Old Feb 22, 2009 | 10:55 AM
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Race Ramps, the best out there.
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Old Feb 22, 2009 | 10:56 AM
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Race Ramps, the best out there.
if you want ramps that wont rub, only 1 choice, the race ramps. Low profile, but they are 200.
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Old Feb 22, 2009 | 11:07 AM
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Race Ramps are on sale, they are the best!
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c6-c...ulus-plan.html
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Old Feb 22, 2009 | 11:57 AM
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Race ramps several different sizes and many other products that help with vettes and other low por vehicles.
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Old Feb 22, 2009 | 12:07 PM
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Another vote for Race Ramps...costly but hey, you get what you pay for and you're driving a Vette
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Made my own using 1 3/4" x 12".

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Race Ramps, the best out there.
.....but on the pricey side.
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Originally Posted by jim02C5
Another vote for Race Ramps...costly but hey, you get what you pay for and you're driving a Vette
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Build them.

Mike Mercury ramp design
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I bought a set of these a few years ago. They are excellent quality and will last forever.
http://www.discountramps.com/sports_car_ramps.htm

I've got a lift now but still occasionally use these ramps.
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I use rhino ramps from wallyworld or autzone. I drive up 2x4 and onto the ramps. My car has no front bolts either, and it works good.
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Check it out. Does not require much mechanical ability and a lot cheaper than RaceRamps.

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Rhino Ramps - available at many auto parts stores.
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Take your time and make up your own custom ramps.
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damn bummble z, thats a sweet set up!
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