Larry,
    I work on gravel and have found cardboard to be my best friend.  The
gravel doesn't feel to bad at first but after a while they dig in and leave
little bruises all over your back.  A stout piece of wood under the jack and
chocked tires is also recommended.

-Good Luck
Dave
87 Syncro Westy that's still waiting for spring
Two Harbors MN

----- Original Message -----
From: "AAG - Larry Word" <word_aag@COMCAST.NET>
To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
Sent: Friday, April 29, 2005 11:36 AM
Subject: Fri. - working on gravel surface

It's Friday so bare w/ me.....

Besides carpet, has anyone had a good experience, that they'd like to share,
about working on top of gravel.

I need to replace rear wheel bearings in my 1985 Vanagon and have no place
to work, except nice flat gravel spot!

I also am thinking about issues of jacking van up with my jack in gravel,
not good!

Thanks for any insights.....

Larry

PS.  Sometimes, yes, I'll concrete as needed but today I'm stuck w/ gravel
so help me if you have knowledge.