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Burning Brakes
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haha...seeing it on the bed doesn't even tell half the story. The question is, do you have loading ramps to avoid cars from getting mangled in the front.
I use one tow company where I am, and it's because the owner was sensible enough to carry custom made ramps and transitions to ease the incline in the front. Even lowered vettes are no problem with no scraping.
A good tow company with good loading ability in LA that I used runs like crazy with cars shops when the auto show is in town. He's known for loading up cars that are CRUSHED on the ground because he has so many transition pieces in the side pods he can use. Murcielago front ends, our GT Malan fronts...they all cleared and they are on the ground. That's talent...haha.
It's all about handling lowered cars safely...that's 50% of it along with the nice strapping method you have there.
I use one tow company where I am, and it's because the owner was sensible enough to carry custom made ramps and transitions to ease the incline in the front. Even lowered vettes are no problem with no scraping.
A good tow company with good loading ability in LA that I used runs like crazy with cars shops when the auto show is in town. He's known for loading up cars that are CRUSHED on the ground because he has so many transition pieces in the side pods he can use. Murcielago front ends, our GT Malan fronts...they all cleared and they are on the ground. That's talent...haha.
It's all about handling lowered cars safely...that's 50% of it along with the nice strapping method you have there.
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St. Jude Donor '11
Yes I am actually using a custom set of Race Ramps I had specially made for this purpose. I spoke with the guys there and they asked what sort of ramps I was looking for and what I was trying to do. We came up with a set that is a little more narrow (to save space) and every bit as strong! I also have pressure treated 2x6's sprayed with Line-X if the ramps are not enough to get the car on. The reason for the Line X on the boards? So they dont slide out from under the car and to add stength. When it comes to low vehicles, I am a professional and if I feel there is even a 1% chance of a scratch I wont winch the car up until I am 100% confident. I WILL NOT scratch a car.
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St. Jude Donor '11
Yes sir that is the car pictured. Only reason I loaded it today was for photos. Some people want proof you can load these type of cars, and here is my proof. That being said car is still for sale lol
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Yes I am actually using a custom set of Race Ramps I had specially made for this purpose. I spoke with the guys there and they asked what sort of ramps I was looking for and what I was trying to do. We came up with a set that is a little more narrow (to save space) and every bit as strong! I also have pressure treated 2x6's sprayed with Line-X if the ramps are not enough to get the car hid bulb on. The reason for the Line X on the boards? So they dont slide out from under the car and to add stength. When it comes to low vehicles, I am a professional and if I feel there is even a 1% chance of a scratch I wont winch the car up until I am 100% confident. I WILL NOT scratch a car.
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Yes I am actually using a custom set of Race Ramps I had specially made for this purpose. I spoke with the guys there and they asked what sort of ramps I was looking for and what I was trying to do. We came up with a set that is a little more narrow (to save space) and every bit as strong! I also have pressure treated 2x6's sprayed with Line-X if the ramps are not enough to get the car on. The reason for the Line X on the boards? So they dont slide out from under the car and to add stength. When it comes to low vehicles, I am a professional and if I feel there is even a 1% chance of a scratch I wont winch the car up until I am 100% confident. I WILL NOT scratch a car.
Customers send us their custom needs daily, we're happy to oblige.
We offer Trailer Ramps in many sizes.
Just popping in, have a great day.
Ben B.
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I have used a reputable flat bed operator in my town, cause he has carried a couple of my Vettes and takes extreme care every time. It's great to have a good operator on tap for those circumstances.
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Nice job loading the car and 
to you for being so careful with the cars. Wish there were more tow operators like you around.
to you for being so careful with the cars. Wish there were more tow operators like you around.
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I was told by my local towing company that the recomended method of tie down of a Corvette is with a special fitting piece that attaches in the lifting puck area holes and then to the truck.
I noticed your method with the wheels is different.
Is one method better than the other in you view?
I noticed your method with the wheels is different.
Is one method better than the other in you view?
Drifting
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From: Elizabeth City, Outer Banks NC
I was told by my local towing company that the recomended method of tie down of a Corvette is with a special fitting piece that attaches in the lifting puck area holes and then to the truck.
I noticed your method with the wheels is different.
Is one method better than the other in you view?
I noticed your method with the wheels is different.
Is one method better than the other in you view?
5 years from now there will be no more chains on cars. They are doing away with the hook holes under the cars. . Lot more work but transportation don't mind. There just upping the money..
Last edited by liveaboard74; Feb 14, 2011 at 10:37 PM.
Drifting
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From: Elizabeth City, Outer Banks NC
Got out of racing . Kept the trailer. Turning 5.7 in the 1/8 into a day of cruising and enjoy it a lot more makes more since to me. We do get smarter as we get older.
Last edited by liveaboard74; Feb 15, 2011 at 05:19 AM.