What ramps are folks using to change oil ?

[PawPaw]

Not near my first oil change yet, but what plastic ramps have people used to change oil ?

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[A_streetkid_named_desire]

I have been using my old rhino ramps with success

 

[JimKivi]

A short 2x6 or two on each side decreases the attack angle, and lets me use the common stamped steel ramps. The boards go UNDER the downhill side of the ramp.

 

[VoodooMaverick]

I use race ramps, the two piece ones.

 

[Fcnrwy]

Concern about the "angle of attack" is warranted. But, the angle on the average ramp is not that bad. I believe that mine are also "Rhino" brand. I can measure the height later(i'm at work), but i just did my third change two weekends ago.
I make sure i have ample room up front and then place the ramps, tight to the tires. And just inch your way on top.
I set the "electric brake" and also place a 2x4 at the rear tire (old habit, but mental sleeping blanket.. )..
I also have marked, near the front of the shield "T 30" which is the size of the screws for the shield.
Also, i marked the oil pan with "15mm" which is the size of the drain plug...
I keep a little spiral notebook of maintenace on the pup. But, also now write the, Date/Mileage On the inside of the shield of the previous oil changes...

Jerry

 

[Pews]

I used these, were like $15 more than the standard Rhinos but more capacity

https://shop.advanceautoparts.com/p/rhino/10157442-P

 

[hotrodmatt]

I use race ramps, the two piece ones.

SAME!

 

[REMUB40]

I got these. My driveway has a slight incline, so the truck is pretty level on the ramps. I use a spotter when driving up them and a wheel chock.

https://www.harborfreight.com/6500-lb-capacity-portable-ramp-set-2-piece-63956.html

https://www.harborfreight.com/solid-rubber-wheel-chock-96479.html

 

[KEMeyer]

I'll just ramp on over to my dealer and let them do it.

 

[RickG]

8 ton ramps

https://www.oreillyauto.com/detail/...l-rhinoramps-max-8-ton-wash-brush/hop7/11912/

Chocks
https://www.oreillyauto.com/detail/c/flotool/hopkins-flotool-wheel-chock/hop5/11930/

The problem with the ramps though they tend to slide on cement, so I have to place a heavy rubber mat under them so I can drive up on them without them sliding.

 

[mshapeer]

Not near my first oil change yet, but what plastic ramps have people used to change oil ?

Rhino ramps max (16,000 pound GVW) from Advance Auto + jack stands and wheel chocks.

Did the first oil change today and installed a Rival skid plate. Oil going to Blackstone for testing.

 

[Gullzway]

I got these. My driveway has a slight incline, so the truck is pretty level on the ramps. I use a spotter when driving up them and a wheel chock.

https://www.harborfreight.com/6500-lb-capacity-portable-ramp-set-2-piece-63956.html

https://www.harborfreight.com/solid-rubber-wheel-chock-96479.html

Same ones I have, they work great!

 

[Rick65]

Harbor Freight. Pittsburg Automotive 6,500lb plastic ones work great.

 

[05FordGT]

Having a Mustang GT with a low front chin spoiler on it, I have been looking for something that has a longer less steep approach angle while also having good width for a range of cars that can use it. I finally found a good inexpensive set (I can't justify buying Race Ramps for over $450). These below:

https://www.eastwood.com/eastwood-detachable-car-ramp-set.html

2 piece, 51" long, 15" wide (perfect for any car really, especially the sports cars my wife owns if we ever needed to look underneath the car for anything) and 8.25" high. These are perfect (I checked them out in person as there is an Eastwood 15 minutes from me, and they are well made) and INEXPENSIVE! I'll be getting a set very shortly.

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