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car ramps or jack advice pls
08 Aug 2020 09:06 #226318
by treps
car ramps or jack advice pls was created by treps
Hi
I am looking at car ramps or jacks for the Jimny. Initially they would be used for fitting various Jimnybits guards. I also wish to begin pretending I know what I am doing and may do some minor mechanical tasks...
A quick google leads me to Toolstation where I found these:
1. www.toolstation.com/draper-trolley-jack-combination-kit/p99344
2. www.toolstation.com/draper-car-ramps/p21734
Considering the potential risks I thought I would ask for advice on here.
Would you recommend ramps or jacks?
Or is there a better and safer solution?
Any specific brands and models to go for? Or to avoid?
I am a beginner and I am unlikely to do anything too complicated mechanically... Perhaps top up the underbody seal coating protection, more guards, etc. Many thanks for your help.
Treps
I am looking at car ramps or jacks for the Jimny. Initially they would be used for fitting various Jimnybits guards. I also wish to begin pretending I know what I am doing and may do some minor mechanical tasks...
A quick google leads me to Toolstation where I found these:
1. www.toolstation.com/draper-trolley-jack-combination-kit/p99344
2. www.toolstation.com/draper-car-ramps/p21734
Considering the potential risks I thought I would ask for advice on here.
Would you recommend ramps or jacks?
Or is there a better and safer solution?
Any specific brands and models to go for? Or to avoid?
I am a beginner and I am unlikely to do anything too complicated mechanically... Perhaps top up the underbody seal coating protection, more guards, etc. Many thanks for your help.
Treps
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08 Aug 2020 09:43 #226320
by Soeley
Black 2019 Jimny SZ5
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I have both ramps, trolley jack and axle stands, It depends on the job in hand. If you require a wheel off then a ramp is no good. Seeing as you are just starting out and want to fit JBs gaurds i.e. Transfer Box, Fuel Filter and Rock Sliders then the ramps will do for those. You can always add to your collection later on.
Black 2019 Jimny SZ5
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08 Aug 2020 09:48 #226322
by Roger Fairclough
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NEVER WORK UNDER A CAR SUPPORTED PURELY BY A JACK.
The ramps are simple, foolproof and practical but never use them on gravel or grass etc. For safety use them on a level hard base such as tarmac or concrete. Always use chocks.
A jack is used for changing wheels etc but remember to chock at least 2 wheels and if you need to venture under the car use axle stands which
, by the way ,can be used under the chassis rails
Roger
ps Refer back to my first statement.
The ramps are simple, foolproof and practical but never use them on gravel or grass etc. For safety use them on a level hard base such as tarmac or concrete. Always use chocks.
A jack is used for changing wheels etc but remember to chock at least 2 wheels and if you need to venture under the car use axle stands which
, by the way ,can be used under the chassis rails
Roger
ps Refer back to my first statement.
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08 Aug 2020 10:02 #226325
by yakuza
Norway 2005 Jimny M16A VVT, 235 BFG MT, 2" Trailmaster, ARB rear lck, 17%/87% high/low gears.
Replied by yakuza on topic car ramps or jack advice pls
I have been using Jack stands and ramps for years. Helped me a lot. The Jack in the picture does not look Great though.. Check lifting height and size. A Jack with a larger footprint and higher lift will be more stable and useful. I had only a Jack like the picture for years and it did help me get by when on a budget.
Norway 2005 Jimny M16A VVT, 235 BFG MT, 2" Trailmaster, ARB rear lck, 17%/87% high/low gears.
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08 Aug 2020 10:44 - 08 Aug 2020 10:47 #226334
by Scimike
Yokohama Geolanders, Sony head unit, NAUTILUS Air Horn, DRL conversion, Rear cargo space, Elvis Bobblehead, transfer Guard, Indian hanging Elephant, Koni Heavy track dampers, Custom SS exhaust, Voodoo Doll, Adventure Rack with LED ight bar, vintage ERIBA caravan usually attached (yes it's slow)
Replied by Scimike on topic car ramps or jack advice pls
Like all above I have them all, 2 sets of ramps, stands and a jack.
The ramps are great for a quick check underneath, also ok for fitting guards one end at a time.
I use two sets of ramps for service work simply as the vehicle is raised but level, perfect for oil changes etc.
I use my stands for wheel off work.
That's pretty much the order of preference, I feel safer under a vehicle on ramps with the wheels on (chocked), stands second and never under on a jack.
Mike
The ramps are great for a quick check underneath, also ok for fitting guards one end at a time.
I use two sets of ramps for service work simply as the vehicle is raised but level, perfect for oil changes etc.
I use my stands for wheel off work.
That's pretty much the order of preference, I feel safer under a vehicle on ramps with the wheels on (chocked), stands second and never under on a jack.
Mike
Yokohama Geolanders, Sony head unit, NAUTILUS Air Horn, DRL conversion, Rear cargo space, Elvis Bobblehead, transfer Guard, Indian hanging Elephant, Koni Heavy track dampers, Custom SS exhaust, Voodoo Doll, Adventure Rack with LED ight bar, vintage ERIBA caravan usually attached (yes it's slow)
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08 Aug 2020 11:27 - 08 Aug 2020 11:32 #226336
by Mr CC
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currently under my car at the moment doing underbody work, I never feel safe with axle stands and prefer to use old wheel rims under the wheels. The car wants to centre itself in the rims though you put the handbrake on anyway.
I used fence posts as steps to get it up there. also safer to have someone watch while doing it, the old wheels might slide as they can be pushed by the car as it climbs them.
I used fence posts as steps to get it up there. also safer to have someone watch while doing it, the old wheels might slide as they can be pushed by the car as it climbs them.
Last edit: 08 Aug 2020 11:32 by Mr CC.
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