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Just one caveat... (archive)
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Posted by Mark in SBA on June 17, 2001 at 14:15:30:

In Reply to: Solution.... posted by GregT on June 17, 2001 at 00:42:04:

Greg,

Good advice for the DIYer.

Just one caveat - getting the E31 into the air and onto jackstands can be dangerous. Unless you're prepared, you're either gonna damage the car, or yourself. You've gotta have a pair of high-quality, stable jackstands and the lifting tool from Steve D'Gerolamo at the Ultimate Garage. It's expensive, but worth every penny. You'll also need a floor jack, and a couple of hockey pucks (you'll see when you try to lift the car!).

Also, I strongly suggest inspecting your jackplates to make sure they haven't fallen out. You can't rest the car onto a jackstand safely without them.

Let's be safe out there. Having a two-ton E31 hovering over you while you're on your back can be very intimidating. Any mistake here can be fatal.

Mark

p.s. No relation with Steve D. or the Ultimate Garage other than as a satisfied customer.

p.p.s. No, I'm not an attorney.

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