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drive on ramps
Anybody using them?
I would have thought the front end is too low but would love to use them.
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nope. as long as the ramps have a long enough, gradual enough incline, you'll be fine.
MikeCT uses them.
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I got some plastic ones - dont be put off by the plastic - they're really strong, enough for big SUVs. Also as the ramp is smooth they're much easier to drive the car up onto smoothly than the old-style steel ones. They're also nice and wide so stable and they have a gentle ramp. Got em from pepboys but I assume you can get them almost anywhere.
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PS The S2 JUST clears them - an N/A should be fine.
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you can
use 2 X 6 's to slowly build up a steep ramp (the old steel ones)
I had to to (toto?) change my oil but mine is lowered 1.5" |
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09-18-2003, 03:18 AM
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no i think only 1 to... and they also make plastic extensions for ramps for lower cars too
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I use Rhino Ramps, they clear the 944 and 951.
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thanks everybody
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For piece of mind when using the ramps, consider some wheel chocks (wedges that go under the wheels that are not on the ramp to keep car from unexpectedly rolling. They sell them, or you could use a couple bricks or something. Safety first!
I have ramps, they are faster than jacking when you don't need to. |
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keep your eyes open for a metal wire milk crate, great safety device when under the car....or some jackstands. i have seen collapsed ramps. when the car comes down on your chest, you suffocate.
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2007 Porsche Cayman S
The Viridian Falcon
SOLD! -- The Purple Pig
SOLD! -- Mighty Mouse
SOLD!! -- Alpine Wolf
1987 Porsche 944 2.5
