the bodj
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Except don't get the folding ones. I have 4 of these. Pricey, but rock solid, like anyone seeing Rouse in jorts
https://www.homedepot.com/p/RIDGID-...e=1040&source=shoppingads&locale=en-US&fp=ggl
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Except don't get the folding ones. I have 4 of these. Pricey, but rock solid, like anyone seeing Rouse in jorts
https://www.homedepot.com/p/RIDGID-...e=1040&source=shoppingads&locale=en-US&fp=ggl
charlie brown
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whats wrong with the folding ones. thats all i have at home for my truck. many years of good service.
all my contractors at work as well as district use the folding ones also. not may use the pipe un-folding ones unless in a shop.
FENDERFAB
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I have the folding ones. But i always put additional jack stands or engine hoist on the truck if im going to go underneath it.
I dont remember the exact circumstances so maybe someone else can chime in, but a fellow fabricator died a year or two ago working underneath his truck using the folding pipe stands, one of the stands broke and the truck collapsed on him.
I dont remember the exact circumstances so maybe someone else can chime in, but a fellow fabricator died a year or two ago working underneath his truck using the folding pipe stands, one of the stands broke and the truck collapsed on him.
the bodj
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This. I feel like if you're going to be working on it, might as well get something secure rather than having to add backups (engine hoist or jack stands). Plus working and maneuvering creepers around multiple jack stands sucks.
FENDERFAB
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i agree 100%. Also i would suggest buying a quality name brand one. The folding ones i use are Sumner. They have fixed leg ones as well.
https://www.grainger.com/product/19...z306NvHydws_S6KR5AWYAySAY-4EHTBcaAn0bEALw_wcB
charlie brown
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i only have the summers ones. i do place a set of jack stands on the frame under the front door hinges and under the very rear skid plate. i am always watching the legs and they seem to "tilt" a bit when adjusting" the truck. i just use a hammer to get all the legs back to normal.
never seen a summers fail. must of been very trusting and not watching out.
never seen a summers fail. must of been very trusting and not watching out.
WW_RANGER_X
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In the pics i posted of my garage, i don't think you can see it but i just acquired a parts washer. I got it for free, it just needed a new power switch. So i got a switch (haven't installed it yet) but im curious on what solvent to use. Some people are saying just use diesel? thoughts?
Doubleggregg
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what are you trying to clean? I wouldnt use diesel. We use Simple Green Crystal Clear in my shop 5:1 5 parts water one part degreaser. although our parts washers heat up so maybe that helps and were not using it on caked on dirty vehicle parts. But i still do not think id have a vat of diesel in my garage for parts cleaning. the smell alone would be enough to piss me off every time i went in the garage.
the bodj
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Got this side cleaned up over the weekend. My wife saw her scooter inside and goes, "You're using the garage as a... garage?"
Also, figured I'd show my material storage. Some amazon racks. I ground back and went over the welds. Lag screws into the studs.
Also, figured I'd show my material storage. Some amazon racks. I ground back and went over the welds. Lag screws into the studs.
