My poor man’s lift

Integrale

Integrale

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Built these work stands out of 2x6 lumber so I could get to my floor pans better. They are modular so I can easily add more levels. They are held in position by the trapezoidal wedges on the sides. Used a 28” rv scissor jack to get it up there.
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I see a lot of stands like this on TV restoration shows and thought about building a set for myself. How is each section attached to the on above and below, just those outside plates?
 
Reminds me of this thread:

Any novel or home brew car lift ideas?

I've watched some interesting videos on YouTube on all these homegrown methods of using both commercially purchased (jack stands on solid block boxes, etc) and homemade devices/stands to get cars off the ground as much as 48". Anyone have any interesting methods they would like to share? If I...
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carl said:
I see a lot of stands like this on TV restoration shows and thought about building a set for myself. How is each section attached to the on above and below, just those outside plates?
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They are not attached to each other, the plywood trapezoids are there to prevent any of the boxes from shifting.
 
I was going to drill a long hole through all the pieces and install a threaded rod with washers and nuts. Your solution is certainly more artistic.
 
Black-Tooth said:
Remind me...

Yesterday I saw multiple advisories concerning two models of HARBOR FREIGHT Jack Stands. There is a recall out on them, here is one link:

www.cnet.com

Harbor Freight recalls 1.7 million jack stands over concerns they could collapse

The affected Pittsburgh-brand three- and six-ton jack stands were in production for six years, and span three separate model numbers.
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There is a general rule: Never buy anything from Harbor Freight that your life will depend on.
 
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