Correctly using jack stands

binto100 · 05-13-2010, 02:23 PM

Hi all.

I know its been written about but I would appreciate the correct procedure to put the Z on jack stands using a standard floor jack and these jack stands I just took delivery of:

Torin Aluminum Race Jack Stands — 3-Ton, Model# T43004 | Jack Stands | Northern Tool + Equipment

I've got the G3 install done and am now proceeding to the oil cooler and stiller cbe.

Thanks very much.

Bruce

kenchan · 05-13-2010, 03:49 PM

i recommend you get the adapter from nissan or cut a little slit down a hocky puck so that you can rest the car's jack points correctly without putting all the weight on the rails that run down the side of the car.

down load the service manual and it will show you how to jack up the car correctly.

btw, i have a similar jack stand (as in the top part where it comes in contact with the car)
which enables to get the car on a flat adapter without issues.

mine is a Griot's one that's been discontinued for a while...

05-13-2010, 02:23 PM	#1 (permalink)
binto100 Base Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Seattle Posts: 32 Drives: 2010 370Z Anniv M6 Rep Power: 15	Correctly using jack stands Hi all. I know its been written about but I would appreciate the correct procedure to put the Z on jack stands using a standard floor jack and these jack stands I just took delivery of: Torin Aluminum Race Jack Stands — 3-Ton, Model# T43004 \| Jack Stands \| Northern Tool + Equipment I've got the G3 install done and am now proceeding to the oil cooler and stiller cbe. Thanks very much. Bruce __________________ Stillen G3 intake, CBE, 19 row oil cooler and power steering oil cooler. VentureShield bumper, full hood.

05-13-2010, 03:49 PM	#2 (permalink)
kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141521	i recommend you get the adapter from nissan or cut a little slit down a hocky puck so that you can rest the car's jack points correctly without putting all the weight on the rails that run down the side of the car. down load the service manual and it will show you how to jack up the car correctly. btw, i have a similar jack stand (as in the top part where it comes in contact with the car) which enables to get the car on a flat adapter without issues. mine is a Griot's one that's been discontinued for a while... Last edited by kenchan; 05-14-2010 at 01:48 PM. Reason: for clarification

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