ebdesignDEFENDER Posted January 19, 2009 Share Posted January 19, 2009 I dont have an special (hidraulic)autolift for car repair.But when it comes to repair under car it is difficult without it.So I was thinking to fabricate one but not an hidraulic one,just something like this: Can anyone suggest some mesures and some security rules for something like this. And also how do you call this toll,I dont know english very good an I can not find in google some information. Thanks pictures,schemes,photo,links will be very heplfull. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoggyN Posted January 19, 2009 Share Posted January 19, 2009 Don't do it! That ramp is intended for measuring axle articulation and NOT vehicle maintenance. Why not try making something like this... www.showroomevent.co.uk/rentramp/index.htm Or just dig a hole under your car Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FridgeFreezer Posted January 20, 2009 Share Posted January 20, 2009 You can dig an inspection pit or build some ramps, even if they are just two rows of railway sleepers. Land Rovers are high enough off the ground to start with so you don't need to go very far up/down to be able to work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Les Henson Posted January 20, 2009 Share Posted January 20, 2009 Make a pair of big car ramps. I made a set out of 1" angle iron - they were 6-feet long and 2-feet high, 8-inches wide at the top and 18" wide at the base. Just copy the design of a standard car ramp and mutiply it by 2 or 3 or whatever and add extra bracing. Les. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Wightman Posted January 20, 2009 Share Posted January 20, 2009 You have a vehicle capable of doing that? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J@mes Posted January 20, 2009 Share Posted January 20, 2009 Made mine out of wooden planks, they are 6ft long and 14" tall and 12" wide so there is plenty of room to get under them! plank lengths from 6ft (bottom) to 6" for the top one, shortening by 9" each level. plenty of room to get under them and no chance of them collapsing on you if your welding isn't great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ebdesignDEFENDER Posted January 20, 2009 Author Share Posted January 20, 2009 Don't do it! That ramp is intended for measuring axle articulation and NOT vehicle maintenance.Why not try making something like this... www.showroomevent.co.uk/rentramp/index.htm Or just dig a hole under your car A hole is not to good in bad wether.... but this movment-ramp is somthing theat I like but I am worried about security.What do you thik ? My intention is to build something from metal and something theat I can move from one place to another. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FridgeFreezer Posted January 20, 2009 Share Posted January 20, 2009 but this movment-ramp is somthing theat I like but I am worried about security.What do you thik ? The ends of the moving ramp fold down as you can see in the picture, you could make a stronger type with a lock if you're worried. If you are under the middle of the car it will always be high up even if the ramp tilts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ebdesignDEFENDER Posted January 20, 2009 Author Share Posted January 20, 2009 The ends of the moving ramp fold down as you can see in the picture, you could make a stronger type with a lock if you're worried. If you are under the middle of the car it will always be high up even if the ramp tilts. So,you are agree with a ramp like theat? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
santalars Posted January 20, 2009 Share Posted January 20, 2009 Try something like these. They are mobile and made of metal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dantd5 Posted January 20, 2009 Share Posted January 20, 2009 Try something like these.They are mobile and made of metal. Santalars, do you know where I can buy both the chopper and the fender in the second pic?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FridgeFreezer Posted January 20, 2009 Share Posted January 20, 2009 So,you are agree with a ramp like theat? It's a pretty good option I think, unless you go the extra mile and get a 4-post lift. There's also this lift, which I don't really like the look of but may inspire you to build something: I think the picture shows that by the time they've lifted their car 30cm, everyone else had finished servicing their cars and was out racing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timmy511 Posted January 20, 2009 Share Posted January 20, 2009 I dont have an special (hidraulic)autolift for car repair.But when it comes to repair under car it is difficult without it.So I was thinking to fabricate one but not an hidraulic one,just something like this: Can anyone suggest some mesures and some security rules for something like this. And also how do you call this toll,I dont know english very good an I can not find in google some information. Thanks pictures,schemes,photo,links will be very heplfull. who is the landrover in the picture? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jules Posted January 20, 2009 Share Posted January 20, 2009 It's a pretty good option I think, unless you go the extra mile and get a 4-post lift.There's also this lift, which I don't really like the look of but may inspire you to build something: I think the picture shows that by the time they've lifted their car 30cm, everyone else had finished servicing their cars and was out racing These are quite dear there not much cheaper then a set of proper hydrolic ramps or spec lifts Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ebdesignDEFENDER Posted January 20, 2009 Author Share Posted January 20, 2009 who is the landrover in the picture? I took this photo from this forum... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ebdesignDEFENDER Posted January 20, 2009 Author Share Posted January 20, 2009 It's a pretty good option I think, unless you go the extra mile and get a 4-post lift.There's also this lift, which I don't really like the look of but may inspire you to build something: I think the picture shows that by the time they've lifted their car 30cm, everyone else had finished servicing their cars and was out racing I like indeed this ramp only I need 4 jacks like theat...and probably every time when you whant riseup and own you need 4 people. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nibbles Posted January 20, 2009 Share Posted January 20, 2009 saw this at land rover world show really liked it. it might be just the thing you are looking for or give you some ideas anyway. the company is called strongman tools. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ebdesignDEFENDER Posted January 20, 2009 Author Share Posted January 20, 2009 saw this at land rover world show really liked it. it might be just the thing you are looking for or give you some ideas anyway. the company is called strongman tools. Thanks I will search in net. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nibbles Posted January 20, 2009 Share Posted January 20, 2009 go to www.strongmantools.co.uk they have a couple of designs and if i remember they are or can be self contained. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ebdesignDEFENDER Posted January 20, 2009 Author Share Posted January 20, 2009 go to www.strongmantools.co.uk they have a couple of designs and if i remember they are or can be self contained. Have a bit studied this lift and it is to difficult for me to fabricate it.I will try to search on ... Thanks much Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clbarclay Posted January 20, 2009 Share Posted January 20, 2009 How much space do you have for a lift? second hand 4 posters from garages can be had for as little as a few hundred pounds. lifts on ebay An alternative to standard drive up car ramps would be a vehicle platform like this. Once the vehicle has been driven on the centere sections and ramps can be removed, leaving just the supports under the wheels allowing easier access. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ebdesignDEFENDER Posted January 20, 2009 Author Share Posted January 20, 2009 How much space do you have for a lift?second hand 4 posters from garages can be had for as little as a few hundred pounds. lifts on ebay An alternative to standard drive up car ramps would be a vehicle platform like this. Once the vehicle has been driven on the centere sections and ramps can be removed, leaving just the supports under the wheels allowing easier access. Oh eah..this JT platform is a very good variant for me . Thanks very much Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Posted January 20, 2009 Share Posted January 20, 2009 Have you thought about conventional car ramps, or at least a heavy duty version of them like difflock sell? ramps I have a pair, and they are really good. A second pair would get the whole vehicle up off the ground far enough to wok quite comfortably... alternately, get yourself a set of bus/lorry lifts! Mark Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ebdesignDEFENDER Posted January 20, 2009 Author Share Posted January 20, 2009 Have you thought about conventional car ramps, or at least a heavy duty version of them like difflock sell? rampsI have a pair, and they are really good. A second pair would get the whole vehicle up off the ground far enough to wok quite comfortably... alternately, get yourself a set of bus/lorry lifts! Mark Also very usefull and esy to make something like theat.Thanks I apreciate your promt help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bushwhacker Posted January 21, 2009 Share Posted January 21, 2009 Hi. The way I get my rovers up is to use a trolly jack and 4 axle stands. Jack up the front with care. Then stick two axle stands underneath and do the same at the back. Gives plenty of room to work plus all 4 wheels can come at the same time. There are a few other things the axle stands and trolley jack can be used for and they are portable and can be kept in a lockup. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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