That pinch weld is multi-layer high strength steel the length of the body.....it would be damn near impossible to flatten it.
It depends on the unit body structure & design, as to whether it will have separate FR and/or RR subframes (which typically have a jack point). Not all Honda/Toyotas do either.
Ford C-platform front subframes don't have a central-reinforced point, but there's a well-reinforced spot to jack on each side of the front subframe that I've shown here: https://www.mavericktruckclub.com/f...nted-to-jack-the-maverick.69552/#post-1150981
+1. Dont like to use any wood either. Also saw them spit over time as well. Use a hard rubber round jack head pinch weld puck. It sits flat inside of my 3ton rolling floor jack head and any pinch weld safely.
Apparently, it's not only possible, it was factual...
Nothing is impossible, including flattening a pinch weld.
The newer it is, the generally more disappointed I am. With the controls, multitude of sensors and complexity, the "throw it away" construction and costs. But, we carry on. Still, happy with the Maverick.
I would love to see proof of a flattened side sill pinch weld on a Maverick....
Nice. I've had good service with a notched out piece of plywood and a tree round cut to size. I have a woodburner, lots of trees getting processed.I built this saddle so I could jack up the Maverick (and our other cars) and then settle it on my jack stands.
I've never felt really comfortable pulling a wheel with the truck only supported with the floor jack. It may be the most dangerous thing I do every 3 months.
I didn't have a good way to use jack stands and the floor jack at the same time on the same lift point. So, a swithhort 2x6, some 3/8 plywood to index everything and I've never felt safer.
Get prepared for 2029-2030 models!!!!
Really? I wouldn't.
