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Forum: General Discussion Forum

06-21-2015, 08:45 PM

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Problem with ramps

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Posted By markopolo

Just thought I'd update this topic. I can't...

Just thought I'd update this topic. I can't remember when I bought these new stands. I've used them a few times and they do the job.

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They have a three ton rating per pair

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and...

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09-03-2013, 12:55 AM

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Problem with ramps

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Posted By markopolo

Re: Problem with ramps

Glued, air nailed & air stapled as I built them. Then 3 1/2" screws top and bottom to "tie" it together to make sure there was no chance of it separating. The ramps are 6" high. The 2x4 to prevent...

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09-03-2013, 12:30 AM

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Problem with ramps

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Posted By markopolo

Re: Problem with ramps

Maybe go with wood Mike. They'd be a bit on the heavy side but strong enough I think. Most hardware stores will even cut the wood for you. Some charge a fee after the first cut.

I made 4 ramps...

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05-26-2013, 10:05 PM

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Problem with ramps

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Posted By markopolo

Re: Problem with ramps

I looked into this a bit more.
My older stands rating use the word stand (singular) in the rating - meaning per stand.
The newer stands use the word stands (plural) in the rating - meaning per pair...

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05-26-2013, 06:13 PM

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Problem with ramps

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Posted By markopolo

Re: Problem with ramps

Exactly. I'm surprised how suddenly I convinced myself that I had 16,000 lbs stand capacity.........

When it comes to axle stands I'm going to first trust my instincts - the stand is going at...

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05-26-2013, 02:27 AM

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Problem with ramps

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Posted By markopolo

Re: Problem with ramps

After thinking about and reading some more - like booster said - 3 ton stands would be better for height and capacity. And something that is decent quality. The casting I've seen on some cheap axle...

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05-26-2013, 01:35 AM

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Problem with ramps

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Posted By markopolo

Re: Problem with ramps

Thanks for mentioning that. That was what I assumed when I bought the newer set of stands.

The older stands say "capacity per stand 4000 pounds" on the box. That's what has me confused. All...

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05-26-2013, 12:05 AM

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Problem with ramps

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Posted By markopolo

Re: Problem with ramps

Re: axle stands

I have two sets of 2 ton axles stands. Each stand is rated 4,000 lbs capacity. My van weighs just over 8,000 lbs.

One set of stands is new, ratchet style supports and has...

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05-16-2013, 12:42 AM

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Problem with ramps

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Posted By markopolo

Re: Problem with ramps

I forgot re: the weight of the OSB ramps :D They're not as heavy as I thought they'd be - maybe 20 to 30lbs tops. I can move them around ok. For storage, my garage is unfinished inside so all the...

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05-16-2013, 12:17 AM

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Problem with ramps

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Posted By markopolo

Re: Problem with ramps

booster - thanks for the ideas. Either one should help me. I even put two unused ramps in front of the to-be-used ramp that was sliding and still pushed them all. I think the problem is made...

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05-15-2013, 02:33 AM

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Problem with ramps

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Posted By markopolo

Problem with ramps

I have a set Rhino ramps to raise the van when doing an oil change or draining my fresh water tank etc.. Problem is that it is very hard to get the van up on the ramps. One inevitably gets "pushed"...

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