Re: Jacks

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From: Dale Chaudiere
Date: Mon, 04 Nov 1985 15:27

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> The big ones lift higher, have a longer handle (easier lifting and jack
> placement), a larger wheel base (more stable)  and are heavier.
> 
> I regularly jack up the entire front end of my 78 plymouth fury to change
> oil etc. with very little effort.
> 
> for what it's worth,
> 
> Ralph 

I sincerely hope you do not crawl under the car with only the jack holding it up.  The jack was only built to raise the car.  Jack stands should be used to hold it there.  Use a couple of wood rounds if you do not have jack stands.

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