AdrianC wrote:DevonMark wrote:E D I T - Axle stands are as expensive as I expected. Think I might make a purchase.
Always useful, if not essential. NEVER get under any car supported by a jack alone...
I like the "ratchet" style ones, where you can just slide the stand under, then lift the upper section to the best height and it'll stay there. Then, when you come to lower, you just jack up a bit, one hand under to flick the release lever, and it's much easier to pull them out again. The ones with a pin are horribly fiddly.
Remember, each pair doesn't need to be rated for the entire weight of the van, because they aren't supporting the entire weight of the van.
All really useful advice, thanks again.