Re: : Lifting and Holding an Alfa

["Paul Irvine" <pi@domain.elided>]

I use a set of six ton stands which put the car 24 inches off the floor. I
usually don't use the creeper. This is pretty good clearance for getting at
just about everything and the 6 ton stands make a very stable base.

Paul Irvine - Antioch CA
Project Alfa - http://home.pcmagic.net/pi


> Now I want to do more, but I'm always cursing about getting under the
> Spider. I use a hydraulic lift with jack stands but the best I can do is
> slide under on a creeper with the undercarriage 3-5 inches from my face. I
> bought 2 ramps, but the clearance still is uncomfortable.
>
> How can you get the car safely up higher? Is there anything other than
> longer jack stands (maximum height I've seen is 24 inches)? I've seen a
> lift that allows you to park underneath, but it costs over $3500US.

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