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11-21-2017, 10:23 AM
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Ideas for what to stand on when working on a truck
Been scratching my head for something to stand on that won't slip while leaning over the fender of a truck or over the the radiator.
You guys must some have some innovative ideas. Please share. |
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11-21-2017, 10:31 AM
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Re: Ideas for what to stand on when working on a truck
I use this adjustable step on my 4 wheel drive trucks and a couple of old pallets work in front of them.
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11-21-2017, 10:52 AM
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Re: Ideas for what to stand on when working on a truck
Been thinking about ordering one of these
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11-21-2017, 11:19 AM
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Re: Ideas for what to stand on when working on a truck
I have a few cinder blocks laying around. I just use them to stand on..
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11-21-2017, 11:31 AM
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Re: Ideas for what to stand on when working on a truck
I bought one of these several years ago. It seems well built, is sturdy and has non-skid feet. Just bought another. They are usually under $20 with a "Super Coupon".
https://www.harborfreight.com/step-s...orm-66911.html |
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11-21-2017, 11:32 AM
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Re: Ideas for what to stand on when working on a truck
I've got an old, smaller step ladder with rubber feet that I use.
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11-21-2017, 11:38 AM
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Re: Ideas for what to stand on when working on a truck
I have a 16-20" tall plastic tool chest/step thing. Its an old one, I can't find it online anymore. This is the closest i could find (mine looks a lot sturdier)
 I'm 5'8 and can't do jack squat under the hood of my 2015 Z71 without it. I can barely reach the dipstick to check the oil without standing on something. Makes me miss my 2000 Z71 a bit more...
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11-21-2017, 12:16 PM
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Re: Ideas for what to stand on when working on a truck
I have a wooden 2-step that I made out of 2x4 and 2x6 that works great.
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11-21-2017, 12:27 PM
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Re: Ideas for what to stand on when working on a truck
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11-21-2017, 12:39 PM
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Re: Ideas for what to stand on when working on a truck
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11-21-2017, 01:30 PM
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Re: Ideas for what to stand on when working on a truck
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11-21-2017, 01:32 PM
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Re: Ideas for what to stand on when working on a truck
I climb in there and sit on the fender.
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11-21-2017, 01:34 PM
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Re: Ideas for what to stand on when working on a truck
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11-21-2017, 01:36 PM
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Re: Ideas for what to stand on when working on a truck
Depends on how long you going to be there. I was replacing the intake on my driver and I pulled the front tires and wheels and let it down to where the rotors were about 1/2" off the ground.
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11-21-2017, 01:51 PM
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Re: Ideas for what to stand on when working on a truck
The guy on the ladder in the stairwell is crazy
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11-21-2017, 02:13 PM
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Re: Ideas for what to stand on when working on a truck
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When that doesn't cut it, I steal my wife's step stool from the kitchen! -klb
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11-21-2017, 02:14 PM
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11-21-2017, 08:36 PM
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11-21-2017, 09:41 PM
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Re: Ideas for what to stand on when working on a truck
Some great ideas here. But wholly cow harpo231. I've done similar, but not that. At my age, not a chance.
A nearby shop has what looks like a diving board. They have a mechanic that's maybe a buck 25. He hovers over any part of an engine compartment. I'll probably use them for the first start on my restoration.
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11-21-2017, 10:45 PM
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Re: Ideas for what to stand on when working on a truck
Been using the same milk crate for 30 yrs.
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11-21-2017, 11:00 PM
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Re: Ideas for what to stand on when working on a truck
I've used old metal milk crates and 5 gallon buckets. I love that diving board! Given that I don't work on vehicles for a living, I won't be buying one, though. That guy in the stair well is taking his life in his hands, and potentially anyone walking underneath, if it slips. That's just stupid to do.
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11-21-2017, 11:15 PM
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Re: Ideas for what to stand on when working on a truck
I use a 2' wooden step ladder that I have had for 30 years.
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11-21-2017, 11:29 PM
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Re: Ideas for what to stand on when working on a truck
The top side creeper posted above works well
I have one of these old pneumatic lifts the works good too
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11-22-2017, 12:22 AM
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Re: Ideas for what to stand on when working on a truck
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11-22-2017, 06:31 AM
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Re: Ideas for what to stand on when working on a truck
I have a wooden stool I threw together for just one step up or I grab a 2' or 4' step ladder. The stool doubles as something to sit on when doing brakes, etc
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