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uktivo
Member Since: 13 Oct 2011
Location: Staffs
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Hi all.
I want to start carrying out a little self maintenance on the D3 such as oil and filter change, need to look at the gear lever fix as it's becoming a little stiff... and maybe other things like fixing steps etc.. I can't believe I'm actually doing this as I haven't worked on a car for nearly 24 years... i really do have the D3 bug..
I don't have a garage so it will have to be done on the drive (with lots of brews and warm clothes) so does anyone have any recommendations for vehicle ramps to give a little extra clearance to fit my stealth like frame (not) under the car.. Also.. I assume draining oil etc, the car needs to be level so would I need four ramps and how safe / easy would it be to get onto them?
Thanks all Selling my wifes Audi A3 2.0LTR FSI DSG Sport to help pay for her D3
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 8th Dec 2011 6:51 pm |
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Nasher
Member Since: 07 Mar 2009
Location: Clanfield, North of Pompey - UK
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I've gave up trying to find ramps years ago that are both wide enough for 4x4 tyres and strong enough to hold them up.
If I'm going to leave the wheels on to do a job I drive it up onto Concrete building blocks laid on their sides.
Nasher. Heaven doesn't want me, and hell is afraid I'll take over.
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| 9th Dec 2011 9:06 am |
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DiscoDunc
Member Since: 08 May 2006
Location: Bristol
Posts: 16390
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i got some off ebay ages ago -
similar to these - 2.5T a pair
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/HEAVY-DUTY-CAR-R...2a16d18e89 Duncan
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| 9th Dec 2011 10:03 am |
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Wiggy Man
Member Since: 14 Nov 2010
Location: Hampshire
Posts: 158
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If you want to do more work Brakes etc you might want to think about axle stands and a trolley jack. Have a look at 'Bodsy's brake bible', he recommends some which I got.
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| 9th Dec 2011 10:31 am |
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leeds
Member Since: 30 Aug 2010
Location: West Yorkshire
Posts: 4312
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The Difflock forum shop used to stock 4 x 4 wheel ramps. Try there, or give Anton a ring at OEC
Brendan
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| 9th Dec 2011 10:46 am |
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uktivo
Member Since: 13 Oct 2011
Location: Staffs
Posts: 139
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Thanks all.. Selling my wifes Audi A3 2.0LTR FSI DSG Sport to help pay for her D3
Pictures in my gallery
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| 9th Dec 2011 10:55 am |
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leeds
Member Since: 30 Aug 2010
Location: West Yorkshire
Posts: 4312
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IF you want a portable or fixed scissors table have a few words with Chris/Andy/Steve HERE
They do them in a range of sizes. Apparently one of their customers landed a helicopter on front lawn which spoilt the outlook from front window. Solution was a LARGE scissor table taking the chopper down to its underground garage. A bit James Bond like OR Thunderbirds are go!
Brendan
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| 9th Dec 2011 3:03 pm |
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thorgal
Member Since: 26 Nov 2008
Location: on the east side
Posts: 541
  
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That is nice. I don't know about you, but my Disco weights 6220 lbs with a full tank of fuel and rock sliders.
These units accomodate a 6000lbs vehicle, so in reality , you pushing' it my friend.I would not trust a lift that stretches our minimum requirement to their maximum capability.
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| 9th Dec 2011 3:15 pm |
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snailcove
Member Since: 21 Nov 2010
Location: Aberdeenshire
Posts: 460
 
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i was looking for ramps aswell but couldnt find any good ones ,i'v managed to get in to a garage now ,so if i was you i would get someone to make some wide ones to take your size of tyres , probibly stronger aswell
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| 9th Dec 2011 5:03 pm |
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maplecottage
Member Since: 01 Feb 2011
Location: Norfolk
Posts: 3171
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thorgal wrote:...... my Disco weights 6220 lbs with a full tank of fuel and rock sliders..
 You sure you've not got the rocks on there as well
According to the handbook, my HSE auto should clock in (with full tank) at circa 5990 lbs.
Plus, try not to lift it with a full tank, that could save a few lbs; it you are near empty (say a 1/4 tank) it would make the all up weight a more manageable 2630 kg (5785 lbs)
These units are stated at 2800 kg (6160 lbs) and I would guess that the stated limit is somewhat conservative and they are probably tested at much more than that. As I said, it's not mine so cannot speak from experience.
I guess a call to the manufacturer would answer any questions SHOULD anyone be minded to go this way.
http://www.disco3.co.uk/gallery/albums/use...ts0001.pdf
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| 9th Dec 2011 6:19 pm |
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