I have a pair of quality ramps that I use, but I still put jack stands in place as a safety precaution before I get under the van. Can't be to safe. Larry ----- Original Message ----- From: "Calle Fallberg" <calle.fallberg@TELIA.COM> To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM> Sent: Wednesday, May 26, 2004 5:24 PM Subject: Re: Vanagaon axle stand height?
> > I don't trust ramps. True the van is standing on its own wheels. However, > > most ramps are simple stamped sheet steel and there is no mechanism that > > really prevents them from collapsing. I have seen ramps change shape over > > time. > > Fer sure that could happen but then as with the Plywood feet under the > stands or jack ( I use solid wood myself ) you could easily build these > ramps yourself from 2 by 6 or something like that and then get just the > height you need. > I had that earlier but they were HEAVY so I went for metal ones instead. > OK, its stamped sheetmetal but so are the Vanagon, 16 years old and rusted > too , and I count upon that not to break at 100 mph..... > The ramp I bought was also sold with 1½ ton each label on them and I doubt > that the Vanagon will be heavier than 3/4 ton at any wheel. > But I think it´s a good idea to check them every now and then for damage > > Calle > |
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