Question about ramps... - 986 Forum - The Community for Porsche Boxster & Cayman Owners

eightsandaces · 03-17-2009, 07:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Lil bastard

+1... and you're eventually gonna need them anyway.

LOL @ a jack taking too long, you guys doing pit stops or oil changes? I bought an all aluminum lightweight floor jack and it's paid for itself many times.

Frodo · 03-17-2009, 03:09 PM

Hey, why work harder and take longer than you need to? I have the jack and stands, but don't bother with them for a simple oil change.

No, I'm not running a pit stop, but I see no point in knowingly making a task any harder (or more time-consuming) than necessary. But that's just me...

eightsandaces · 03-17-2009, 03:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Frodo

Hey, why work harder and take longer than you need to? I have the jack and stands, but don't bother with them for a simple oil change.

No, I'm not running a pit stop, but I see no point in knowingly making a task any harder (or more time-consuming) than necessary. But that's just me...

I meant no insult to you, sorry if you thought I did. My thought is, align ramps, maneuver car onto ramps = get jack under the back jacking plate, raise car, place safety stand and jump in...

Frodo · 03-17-2009, 03:20 PM

Hey, no offense taken. You're right, it's really pretty much a toss-up when you get right down to it.

bmx672 · 03-18-2009, 04:56 AM

Thanks for the feedback guys! Looks like I'll be heading out this weekend to buy some ramps! I just didn't want to go and then find that they didn't work... looks like it should work out fine!
Thanks.

70Sixter · 03-18-2009, 12:45 PM

Like Frodo I have used 2x10s (but not as nice as his), and I have used trailer ramps (not with the trailer). The ramps were not as good as I had thought. Backing off scared me.

You really don't need much lift as long as you are willing to lie on your back and reach a bit. I believe Pelican Parts had the "no-lift" instructions.

My metal ramps are too steep, by the way. Are you guys voting for ramps using those low composite-type ramps (Elephant maybe?)??

FTD · 03-19-2009, 06:04 AM

Mine are made of resin or whatever that is. They are 10 or 15 years old and still sturdy/durable. I made a point of getting a low incline. I suppose if your driveway has a slope to it, it will determine the incline you want, but if ramping in the garage, the low incline was necessary for both of my cars.