At this point, I would recommend ramps over jack/jackstands unless you're going 'all in' on a top notch jack that will get you 20+ inches off the ground. My jack
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07-26-2009, 09:28 AM | #31 (permalink) |
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At this point, I would recommend ramps over jack/jackstands unless you're going 'all in' on a top notch jack that will get you 20+ inches off the ground. My jack only goes to 14.25 and I can only get the jackstands in at close to their lowest setting. I'm able to change the oil, but everything is still in my face.
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Min lift height 3.5 in Max lift height 21.375 in My garage is really cramped right now and I have a gravel driveway so it looks like Im going to have to half *** it for a while.
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So much for sub-$100 for a jack that would work - lol... I'll use ramps. If I need to pull a wheel (brakes, etc) I can go up on the ramp, then use my jack to lift it off the ramp(s), yank the ramp(s), and put jackstands under it. I just gotta buy some... Anyone got the ramps from Griot's Garage? Low Profile Ramps with Extension Kit - Jacks & Stands - In Your Garage - Griot's Garage |
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I did, but haven't tried using the ramps with the 370Z yet (2K mileage). If your garage floor is painted, the ramps will slide unless you add a rubber mat under them. Typically, in my 350Z I just reached back from the front of the car to r&r the oil filter, oil drain plug. I have floor jacks (3-ton) & floor creeper as well and have used them numeous times over the years; however, the height is limited to lying on you back. I can't wait for my 4 car garage addition and my 2-post car lift to be finished! |
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Well, I gave those ramps a go, and, not what I was expecting. They did the job, and, you CAN get them to line up, just the chin spoiler still catches (and mine became dislodged on exit) - I had about 1/5th the drivers side tire off the ramp, but it was solid.
Skid across the floor enough to where I just used the lip for my garage floor to hold them in place, while my wife adjusted them to get them lined up. By that time the oil was piping hot (to skin) (150-160), and I let it sit for a bit...but not long enough - lol... |
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If you read the original question, you'll see that the poster wanted to do an oil change. You only need to raise the front of the car to do this, not all 4 corners. You see, the engine is in the front.
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i was just going to ask this question today and this is whats holding me back.
I too wanted to use 4 jackstands, the low profile jack didnt even cross my brain. |
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If you drive the front wheels up onto a wood board or two you probably could get it up just enough to get the jack underneath. Just make sure to put them back below the wheels when you lower the car...
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