backup onto ramps
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backup onto ramps
I just picked up some Rhino ramps on sale. I was wondering if it's possible to backup onto them to get enough clearance to install the CAGS eliminator. I figure the front spoiler will touch, I wouldn't go any higher. I could add some 2x10's for the front wheels to climb up on too.
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Measure the length of the overhang from the front axle. Divide that number by the wheelbase. Multiply the result by the height the rear tires will be off the ground. That will be the amount of ground clearance you lose under the front of the car with the rear tires on the ramps. The calculation should look something like this:
35/105 x 6 = ~2
Your mileage will vary if you are not on completely level ground.
35/105 x 6 = ~2
Your mileage will vary if you are not on completely level ground.
I just picked up some Rhino ramps on sale. I was wondering if it's possible to backup onto them to get enough clearance to install the CAGS eliminator. I figure the front spoiler will touch, I wouldn't go any higher. I could add some 2x10's for the front wheels to climb up on too.
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You should have enough clearance to slide under the driver's side and install the CAGS eliminator. I always used a floor jack with some jack stands to get extra clearance though.
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BTW, there was a thread, which I cannot find, about jacking the rear of the car from one point, under the rear spring? I remember a lot of controversy regarding that, and just wanted to be clear.
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Be sure to chock the front tires when you do this, since the car can roll once the rear tires leave the ground (if you're on any sort of uneven ground). Use jackstands too, obviously.
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Sticky at top of C5 General has some thoughts on jacking:
wood alternatives:
sticky link
Ready made options scroll down to LTZ06's post.
There's another one to similar to the "ready made option" but uses a 2"x6"x16" piece of lumber. I do this, but it's a treated piece of lumber. And a low-profile race jack from harbor freight.
wood alternatives:
sticky link
Ready made options scroll down to LTZ06's post.
There's another one to similar to the "ready made option" but uses a 2"x6"x16" piece of lumber. I do this, but it's a treated piece of lumber. And a low-profile race jack from harbor freight.
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Measure the length of the overhang from the front axle. Divide that number by the wheelbase. Multiply the result by the height the rear tires will be off the ground. That will be the amount of ground clearance you lose under the front of the car with the rear tires on the ramps. The calculation should look something like this:
35/105 x 6 = ~2
Your mileage will vary if you are not on completely level ground.
35/105 x 6 = ~2
Your mileage will vary if you are not on completely level ground.
BTW, still love my raceramps with my 4 poster.
Jerry
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Job done. Backed up real easy, nice height. BOY is that car clean underneath!
*Forgot to mention, the Rhino's have a rubber 'foot' near the end of the wedge to prevent sliding.
*Forgot to mention, the Rhino's have a rubber 'foot' near the end of the wedge to prevent sliding.
Last edited by chasboy; Oct 23, 2011 at 04:28 PM.