I have a pair of quality ramps that I use, but I still put jack stands in
place as a safety precaution  before I get under the van.  Can't be to safe.
Larry
----- Original Message -----
From: "Calle Fallberg" <calle.fallberg@TELIA.COM>
To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
Sent: Wednesday, May 26, 2004 5:24 PM
Subject: Re: Vanagaon axle stand height?

> > I don't trust ramps. True the van is standing on its own wheels.
However,
> > most ramps are simple stamped sheet steel and there is no mechanism that
> > really prevents them from collapsing. I have seen ramps change shape
over
> > time.
>
> Fer sure that could happen but then as with the Plywood feet under the
> stands or jack ( I use solid wood myself ) you could easily build these
> ramps yourself from 2 by 6 or something like that and then get just the
> height you need.
> I had that earlier but they were HEAVY so I went for metal ones instead.
> OK, its stamped sheetmetal but  so are the Vanagon, 16 years old and
rusted
> too , and I count upon that not to break at 100 mph.....
> The ramp I bought was also sold with 1� ton each label on them and I doubt
> that the Vanagon will be heavier than 3/4 ton at any wheel.
> But I think it�s a good idea to check them every now and then for damage
>
> Calle
>