Thanks Phil for the pics,
  I will build something like this, for my self.  Looks like something easy to make.
  Thanks,
  Nate

  Date:    Mon, 19 Mar 2007 13:42:49 -0700
From:    Philip Zimmerman <philzimm1@OBERON.ARK.COM>
Subject: Re: Lifting a Vanagon

  Nate,

I believe the cross-member the Bentley recommends for a single point
lift at the front of the Van, is the rear-most one, just in-front of
the fuel tank on a 2WD Vanagon.

I glued-up a stack of 3/4" thick plywood that fits into and fills-up
the rear-crossmember. Added a disc that fits the lift-pad on my
floor-jack and jack-away. Check the lift pad on the jack to ensure it
is not touching the fuel tank and chock the rear-wheels well. Use
Jack-Stands under the corner jack-locations, lower Van onto them, check
for security and remove the floor-jack if needing the room to work. The
usual caveats for safety, use at your own risk!

Phil Z.
Campbell River, BC
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  Phil,
  I think we're on the same page, because that sounds like what I'm
thinking of.  Is that your own design?  Do you happen to have a picture
showing the jig?  Or perhaps a link.
  Thanks for your quick imput. I'm realling enjoying this list!
  Nate