Using a scissor jack to put the car on axle stands?

Using a scissor jack to put the car on axle stands?

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joaovc

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118 posts

205 months

Wednesday 7th October 2009
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Is it ok to use a scissor jack to put the front of a Seven on axle stands?

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BertBert

19,070 posts

212 months

Wednesday 7th October 2009
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I wouldn't. You probably can, but it's not nice. Buy or borrow a proper jack. Be safe. Don't bend the car.

Bert

Incorrigible

13,668 posts

262 months

Wednesday 7th October 2009
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Yes, but be carefull. There's not a jacking point as such so a scissor jack can slide on whatever bit of metal you choose to use (wishbone probably best)

Why not get a cheap trolley jack, they're only about a tenner and much more suitable

joaovc

Original Poster:

118 posts

205 months

Thursday 8th October 2009
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Thanks guys