Car Ramps, Your views

[c240yaz]

Have any members used or purchased these ramps ? I think they are innovative for DIY.

http://www.restorationramps.co.uk/phdi/p1.nsf/supppages/ramps?opendocument&part=2

 

[janner]

It seems a good idea but for the same money you could get a nice second hand single or two post ramp. A single post ramp would also take up a lot less space.
Another thing is you sometimes need to get to the top of the engine bay as well as underneath when repairing things. Easy on a proper ramp, just lower it a bit. On this one you would have to stand on a chair! Also it doesn't raise the car up very much which would make it awkward to work under.

 

[Satch]

Why in the name of common sense would anyone want a vast frame hanging about the place taking up space (what do you do when not in use: park on it??) Might be OK if you need something that can be moved fairly easily but then if that is what you need a low rise lift with the mobility option would be a far better proposition for not a great deal more.

http://www.jbmcneillgarageequipment.co.uk/5.html

Single and two post lifts also can be had for much the same money so really it has more than a hint of the not very well thought out contraption about it.

3/10. Could do better

 

[c240yaz]

Why in the name of common sense would anyone want a vast frame hanging about the place taking up space (what do you do when not in use: park on it??) Might be OK if you need something that can be moved fairly easily but then if that is what you need a low rise lift with the mobility option would be a far better proposition for not a great deal more.

http://www.jbmcneillgarageequipment.co.uk/5.html

Single and two post lifts also can be had for much the same money so really it has more than a hint of the not very well thought out contraption about it.

3/10. Could do better

Nice one. I did think of the storage problem, but I have plenty of space. It still appeals to me though. Looks a lot sturdier than the typical ramps that are available though. Downside for me is they just aint high enough.

 

[Ian B Walker]

My workshop ramps (single post) cost me £255 off fleabay. Maybe I was lucky but for £800 they are available regularly.

 

[230K]

Hi

My advice is to find a good second hand 2 post ramp. Dont be afraid of an old one as they seem to be sturdier than the new ones. Less than a grand, 600+ should get you a good servicable one.

I wouldnt do without mine now, you need a lot of head room in your garage though so be sure before you buy.



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[c240yaz]

Hi

My advice is to find a good second hand 2 post ramp. Dont be afraid of an old one as they seem to be sturdier than the new ones. Less than a grand, 600+ should get you a good servicable one.

I wouldnt do without mine now, you need a lot of head room in your garage though so be sure before you buy.



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That's one of the reasons why I found the subject ramp of interest. My garage is not high enough to install a four poster.

 

[television]

That's one of the reasons why I found the subject ramp of interest. My garage is not high enough to install a four poster.

With care you could link the garage roof to a 4 poster so that it goes up with it, providing the garage is not built into the house, Joking aside they do take up lots of room when not in use.

 

[230K]

Hi

When i built my garage i put in a ridge purlin to hold the roof istead of collar ties or trusses, it meant that i could put the car up into the void on the ramp.

See below, changing the oil this evening.

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[c240yaz]

Nice garage, twice the height and width of mine though

 

[chriswt]

I think they would be great idea for building a kitcar such as a Westfield if you are limited to space in your garage.

My dad built a frame out of timber to sit his Westfield on as he built it but that frame seems alot more versitile and take a lot more weight.

 

[230K]

Hi

I have parked a 124 Estate and a 210 Estate in there double stacked of course. Brings a new meaning to "Double Garage"

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