how do ppl w/ lowered cars w/ kits change their oil?
04-14-2003, 05:34 PM
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how do ppl w/ lowered cars w/ kits change their oil?
I just noticed a few mins ago when i was changing my oil that when i put it on the ramps, there is only like 1.5 inches of clearance between the kit and the ramp. My car isn't lowered anymore but I just ordered some H&Rs and the drop is supposed to be 1.5 - 1.75 rite? if this is the case, how will i get my car on the ramp to change my oil? i kno for a fact i wont be able to get under it...? someone help...
04-14-2003, 05:41 PM
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Jack it up and put it on stands. I have a 2 ton jack, but then i slammed my car. Now i need to use the honda jack and raise my car up a bit then slide the big jack under my car.
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Originally posted by Titand19
Jack it up and put it on stands. I have a 2 ton jack, but then i slammed my car. Now i need to use the honda jack and raise my car up a bit then slide the big jack under my car.
Jack it up and put it on stands. I have a 2 ton jack, but then i slammed my car. Now i need to use the honda jack and raise my car up a bit then slide the big jack under my car.
got n e pics of ur car slammed?
04-14-2003, 06:00 PM
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My car is on H&R sport springs with oem rims and kit is also having tough time going onto a jack. My shop shim the car up with small wood pieces on the wheels, then put the folks of the jack under it to raise it.
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Originally posted by Tatewaki
My car is on H&R sport springs with oem rims and kit is also having tough time going onto a jack. My shop shim the car up with small wood pieces on the wheels, then put the folks of the jack under it to raise it.
Tatewaki
My car is on H&R sport springs with oem rims and kit is also having tough time going onto a jack. My shop shim the car up with small wood pieces on the wheels, then put the folks of the jack under it to raise it.
Tatewaki
I have never went anywhere to get it done, but if the car is low and they will still do it without saying anything I'll take it to them. How much does Acura charge to change oil?
04-14-2003, 06:34 PM
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If your car is too low than they won't do it. I know cause it happened to me.
When I change the oil at home, I have to get a 2x4 piece of wood and put them on both of the front tires. Then I drive on top of it. That is the only way I can get a jack to fit under my car with kit.
When I change the oil at home, I have to get a 2x4 piece of wood and put them on both of the front tires. Then I drive on top of it. That is the only way I can get a jack to fit under my car with kit.
04-14-2003, 06:49 PM
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Originally posted by BlackShadow
If your car is too low than they won't do it. I know cause it happened to me.
When I change the oil at home, I have to get a 2x4 piece of wood and put them on both of the front tires. Then I drive on top of it. That is the only way I can get a jack to fit under my car with kit.
If your car is too low than they won't do it. I know cause it happened to me.
When I change the oil at home, I have to get a 2x4 piece of wood and put them on both of the front tires. Then I drive on top of it. That is the only way I can get a jack to fit under my car with kit.
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Originally posted by BlackShadow
If your car is too low than they won't do it. I know cause it happened to me.
When I change the oil at home, I have to get a 2x4 piece of wood and put them on both of the front tires. Then I drive on top of it. That is the only way I can get a jack to fit under my car with kit.
If your car is too low than they won't do it. I know cause it happened to me.
When I change the oil at home, I have to get a 2x4 piece of wood and put them on both of the front tires. Then I drive on top of it. That is the only way I can get a jack to fit under my car with kit.
04-14-2003, 08:10 PM
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The front of my Talon is stock height but still has problems doing what you describe.
I did find that Rino Ramps fit very well but then again your is probably lower than mine. You may want to go to Pep Boys and see if they'll let you take a pair out to the lot to see if they'll work.
I did find that Rino Ramps fit very well but then again your is probably lower than mine. You may want to go to Pep Boys and see if they'll let you take a pair out to the lot to see if they'll work.
04-14-2003, 09:29 PM
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Originally posted by mp3coupe
BlackShadow
Funny you forgot about the nightmare when I had it at the shop.... trying to get your car on the alignment rack
let along trying to get it on the lift
BlackShadow
Funny you forgot about the nightmare when I had it at the shop.... trying to get your car on the alignment rack
let along trying to get it on the lift
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