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, but here are a couple of Word files that have some guidance on building your own ramps:
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http://www.tim-yvonne.com/mikemercury/ramp.htm
i also made a shorter one for the rear so i can get a low profile jack under the car
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2x12's weigh over 4 pounds per lineal foot. If you make something close to the size of the 8" high RR-56-2 Race Ramps from a stack of 2x12's, they will weigh 50 back breaking pounds EACH. It won't take long before you get tired of lugging the ramps around your garage.
You can get a set of RR-56-2 ramps for $185.20 (after discounts and the Q3-2014 $20 factory rebate). The resale value of Race Ramps is very good making the TOC (total cost of ownership) very reasonable. You can easily sell the ramps for $120 when you no longer need them. In contrast, the wooden ramps are unlikely to have any resale value.
http://www.reverselogic.us/shop.html...48&id=19710990
You can get a set of RR-56-2 ramps for $185.20 (after discounts and the Q3-2014 $20 factory rebate). The resale value of Race Ramps is very good making the TOC (total cost of ownership) very reasonable. You can easily sell the ramps for $120 when you no longer need them. In contrast, the wooden ramps are unlikely to have any resale value.
http://www.reverselogic.us/shop.html...48&id=19710990
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I applauded the ingenuity of the wooden home made ramps. They will do the job. As a designer, I can see the effort and workmanship in this simple design. We always look to a design for its form fit and function.
IN this case, ( Something to raise your car ) can be accomplished by many option.
Cost may or may not be a factor.
Storage, may or may not be a factor.
Weight of this wooden design is a negative compared to simpler lighter options. 100# compared to 10#
IN this case, ( Something to raise your car ) can be accomplished by many option.
Cost may or may not be a factor.
Storage, may or may not be a factor.
Weight of this wooden design is a negative compared to simpler lighter options. 100# compared to 10#
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i made up these for my car and for my friend with his 350z, and they are perfect
http://mustangworld.com/ourpics/News/mwramps/
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I also went with wood. I did not attach the pieces so they could be moved easily, I just stack them up when I need them, and storage is more compact.
It's just 2x12 with the needed free cuts done at the store. I think the cost was 18 bucks for the board.
It's just 2x12 with the needed free cuts done at the store. I think the cost was 18 bucks for the board.
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I have a retired buddy who is handy with a hammer and lot's of time
on his hands. He made me a nice set of ramps for a low vette.