how do you get underneath yours ?
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Your choice entirely but recommend these: http://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&a...
If not, I use two trolley jacks and put it on axle stands. Never felf entirely happy with it like that though, but no real reason.
If not, I use two trolley jacks and put it on axle stands. Never felf entirely happy with it like that though, but no real reason.
Two planks of wood to raise front end to allow trolley jack access, then two trolley jacks and two pairs of axle stands. Wheel ramps pushed in as additional safety support.
It started as a front suspension refurb, then thought what the heck i'll do a 2 inch body left. Then the manifolds came off and it became a 4 inch lift. Much better access for inspection and grinder access.
Currently waiting for a s10 tailhousing to arrive from the US. So will be following responses to COG's very infotmative post with interest.
It started as a front suspension refurb, then thought what the heck i'll do a 2 inch body left. Then the manifolds came off and it became a 4 inch lift. Much better access for inspection and grinder access.
Currently waiting for a s10 tailhousing to arrive from the US. So will be following responses to COG's very infotmative post with interest.
Halfords do sell a low level trolley jack, as do others, which goes straight under a Chimaera.
When I needed to change my exhaust, I just hired the four post ramp at my local garage for an hour. The guys even helped me when I needed a second pair of hands.
When I finally afford to build a garage it will be high enough to do what Phazed has done.
When I needed to change my exhaust, I just hired the four post ramp at my local garage for an hour. The guys even helped me when I needed a second pair of hands.
When I finally afford to build a garage it will be high enough to do what Phazed has done.
http://www.automotechservices.co.uk/products/as-75...
I had to build some wooden ramps as the drop down ends are too steep for the TVR.
It needs a decent 30A connection too (dedicated spur from the CU).
It's solid but does need a good flat surface.
You can use the pump station to lift up one end and drag it about.
I had to build some wooden ramps as the drop down ends are too steep for the TVR.
It needs a decent 30A connection too (dedicated spur from the CU).
It's solid but does need a good flat surface.
You can use the pump station to lift up one end and drag it about.
Here's a tip if you wear glasses for long sightedness....
....don't take them off, hook in the front on your shirt then lie on your front to look underneath. The "crunch, tinkle" you get is very annoying (and expensive). And...for the full finale don't leave said specs on the floor & drive over them.
It is a process I have repeated maybe 4-5 times
I hope this helps
....don't take them off, hook in the front on your shirt then lie on your front to look underneath. The "crunch, tinkle" you get is very annoying (and expensive). And...for the full finale don't leave said specs on the floor & drive over them.
It is a process I have repeated maybe 4-5 times
I hope this helps
Hi Dave,
Have you got any side pictures with your car on the Automech scissor lift please?
Have you got any side pictures with your car on the Automech scissor lift please?
davelittlewood said:
http://www.automotechservices.co.uk/products/as-75...
I had to build some wooden ramps as the drop down ends are too steep for the TVR.
It needs a decent 30A connection too (dedicated spur from the CU).
It's solid but does need a good flat surface.
You can use the pump station to lift up one end and drag it about.
I had to build some wooden ramps as the drop down ends are too steep for the TVR.
It needs a decent 30A connection too (dedicated spur from the CU).
It's solid but does need a good flat surface.
You can use the pump station to lift up one end and drag it about.
I have been using a roller for a number of years...not exactly "drive on" but 30 mins prep and it's good to go. I can work at an angle of 45deg without draining any fluids or removing battery. Did a tidy up of the chassis last winter on one side...other side this year.
Below is my old Stag...properly on its side.
Hi Dave,
Have you got any side pictures with your car on the Automech scissor lift please?
Have you got any side pictures with your car on the Automech scissor lift please?
davelittlewood said:
http://www.automotechservices.co.uk/products/as-75...
I had to build some wooden ramps as the drop down ends are too steep for the TVR.
It needs a decent 30A connection too (dedicated spur from the CU).
It's solid but does need a good flat surface.
You can use the pump station to lift up one end and drag it about.
I had to build some wooden ramps as the drop down ends are too steep for the TVR.
It needs a decent 30A connection too (dedicated spur from the CU).
It's solid but does need a good flat surface.
You can use the pump station to lift up one end and drag it about.
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