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Old 02-04-2008, 11:57 AM
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Here is what I do
I do that alot, but i don't kneel on my motor, i end up almost doing the splits standing on my ranch hand and the top of my firewall
 
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Old 02-04-2008, 12:47 PM
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Originally Posted by lilfroger

http://www.truckspecialties.com/imag...djustments.jpg

I plan on getting a set of these shortly.

Currently it's a step stool or the bumper
Think I'll try one of those myself. I usually turn the front wheels all the way in either direction and stand on top of the tire.
 
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Old 02-04-2008, 12:49 PM
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Originally Posted by mercedeezel
I am new to wrenching on trucks, and so far have done a lift pump replacement, and feul filter change on my truck. I stood on top of a 5 gallon bucket to get enough height to work comfortably. I'm afraid one day the 'ol bucket may tip or slip. What do you guys do or use to stay comfortable and safe when working under the hoods of your trucks?
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Old 02-04-2008, 05:21 PM
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What ya need is one of these.
 
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Old 02-05-2008, 12:47 AM
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Originally Posted by DieselMinded
One of our sponsors has a stand up dolly like thing I forget who it is tho
KT performance has a topside creeper
 
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Old 02-15-2008, 02:40 AM
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Originally Posted by 06 DIESEL
Here is what I do

That looks about like my position! One hand on something sturdy and the other on the part I'm cussing at.
 
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Old 02-26-2008, 02:27 PM
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I just use some milk crates an 2x12 planks
 
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Old 02-29-2008, 10:09 AM
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Lowes has a small scafold for $36. 4' wide 18" deep and 2' high. legs are sturdy when reaching and applying pressure from all angles. I coated mine with anti slip paint. Fits under my rear bench if I take it with me.
 
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Old 03-09-2008, 11:38 PM
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Bumper or a 3 foot step ladder for different angles of attack works for me... 06 Diesel, what cold weather front is that? Looks like a quality piece, any feedback on it?
 
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Old 03-12-2008, 04:38 PM
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Anything on the cold weather front?! ON the truck that is
 
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