E70 jacking height

[the_ulf]

yeh, i got myself a 12t bottle jack. that was the only unit at an acceptable price point that lifts to about 20". seems a bit OTT but it was like half the price of the next cheapest viable alternative. i wasn't gonna trust a $20 scissor jack.

[Falkon]

Originally Posted by the_ulf

yeh, i got myself a 12t bottle jack. that was the only unit at an acceptable price point that lifts to about 20". seems a bit OTT but it was like half the price of the next cheapest viable alternative. i wasn't gonna trust a $20 scissor jack.

Hi,

So, how do you plan to use the Bottle Jack and a Jack Stand? Will be interesting to know.

I plan on changing out the Brake Pads on my friends X3, this weekend. If you'd be interested, I could take a few pictures of how I use the Floor Jack and the Jack Stands. Safety is of paramount concern to me, always.

Regards.

[ard]

Originally Posted by the_ulf

yeh, i got myself a 12t bottle jack. that was the only unit at an acceptable price point that lifts to about 20". seems a bit OTT but it was like half the price of the next cheapest viable alternative. i wasn't gonna trust a $20 scissor jack.

Bottle jack that lifts 20" ?! what kind of foot print does THAT have for stability? strikes me the same as a scissor... def use a jackstand somewhere before you take the wheel off.

[the_ulf]

all done, no blood was drawn
thx everyone