I'm no expert on physics, but I would think that the weight of your car on the jack would make it pretty faking stable. It'd take more than just leaning on one side to push the car off....my thoughts, at least.
Quote from: No-san on April 17, 2018, 04:08:26 pmI'm no expert on physics, but I would think that the weight of your car on the jack would make it pretty faking stable. It'd take more than just leaning on one side to push the car off....my thoughts, at least.I've had a vehicle on 4 jackstands, its pretty freaking solid if done right. This thing would be even better, I would have no problem getting underneath.
Quote from: Fobroader on April 17, 2018, 05:14:33 pmQuote from: No-san on April 17, 2018, 04:08:26 pmI'm no expert on physics, but I would think that the weight of your car on the jack would make it pretty faking stable. It'd take more than just leaning on one side to push the car off....my thoughts, at least.I've had a vehicle on 4 jackstands, its pretty freaking solid if done right. This thing would be even better, I would have no problem getting underneath.Same.I think many people here have never personally used a hoist or lift...so I understand some of the trepidation.
when changing the Fozzie's brakes later in the summer.
^^^Why?
Quote from: AP on April 17, 2018, 08:44:03 pm^^^Why?Safety and security.The further apart the supports are, the more stable they are. Look at the middle of that hoist, how far apart are they, compared to the length of the vehicle and it’s weight distribution?Centre of gravity. Physics. Gut instinct. Hydraulics. Knowing how thick most concrete floors really are. Safety factors.You go ahead. I’ll pass.Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk
I’m a mechanical engineer who has used hoists, lifts, jack stands, grease pits, etc etc, and I wouldn’t go near that thing. You can have it.I’ll take four independent jack stands over that thing any day of the week.
Quote from: No-san on April 17, 2018, 03:02:17 pm when changing the Fozzie's brakes later in the summer.I'm totally stoked about this future thread.
100 pages deep before a wheel is off.
^^ that was my concern. It's sizable (harder for storage when not in use), and you have to buy it in 3 boxes (each of which were like $599...IIRC).I think this is specifically for those who are otherwise considering a two-post lift. Those who just want to do the occasional tire change need not consider same.
Quote from: No-san on April 19, 2018, 01:25:35 pm^^ that was my concern. It's sizable (harder for storage when not in use), and you have to buy it in 3 boxes (each of which were like $599...IIRC).I think this is specifically for those who are otherwise considering a two-post lift. Those who just want to do the occasional tire change need not consider same.I didn't think it was bad at all. Saw one where he had the ramps vertical up against a wall...