Lifting a SWB w463
I need to do some work on the back underside so wanted to lift the car.
I've a scissor lift that works really well on my other cars but I have not yet found a safe lifting position for the wagon. The photo shows my attempt with the front under the axle and the back under the frame. I figured it was engine front heavy. But the lift was unsafe. Almost rocked backwards and forwards.
where do you lift it from?
Steve
Hi Steve,
Theres a boody great ladder frame, front to back? Heavy duty too. Is that not the place, where there are some lateral projections welded on.
I have never had to do it, so I defer to others.
I have seen G's hoisted from above using the tubular projections at the front and rear wheels, but it doesn't seem as safe as under.
If it was me, I would use a good set of drive on ramps. Good excuse to use low range transfer box. 2 are easier than 4.
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