Temporary solution. Happened to a video pop up in my YouTube feed for building these. About $50 in materials, since I went with 2x10 instead of the 2x8 the video recommended. Handy with being hinged so you still have side access if needed.
Other than nearly driving off the end [a spotter would be a good idea], they worked great. High enough to roll under with a creeper & get the oil changed.
Couple thousand miles & I'll get to try them with the Expedition, too.
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November 12, 2023, 02:46 PM
trapper189
Nice.
On my wife’s Explorer with the 3.0 V6, I use an electric oil extraction pump I already had for the jetskis. The pump’s tube goes down the engine’s dipstick tube and manages to get almost the full 6 quarts out. The oil filter is a cartridge one that is accessed from the engine bay as well. Probably the easiest vehicle I’ve every done an oil change on.
November 12, 2023, 02:50 PM
P250UA5
Mine's the 2.3 Filter is a spin on, on the bottom, right next to the oil pan, luckily.
The Hulk's roided out 3rd cousin must've transferred to the dealer where I bought this one. Both the drain plug & filter were obscenely tight. Wish I'd thought ahead to order a Fumoto for it.
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November 12, 2023, 03:46 PM
.38supersig
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Originally posted by P250UA5: I'm in the market for a new floor jack [my little Pittsburgh low-pro wont even get a wheel off the ground with my Explorer...
Buy yourself a bottle of Lucas Hydraulic Fluid.
Remove the plate on the top, loosen the slotted screw on the cylinder, and slowly pour the fluid in the hole until the air bubbles no longer present themselves.
Yes, the bottle jack stand works great also. Different sizes for different rides. Make sure your jacking point(s) are within range of the lowest point of contact.
November 12, 2023, 04:22 PM
nhracecraft
I saved a link to this video a while back with the intent of building a set of those ramps. Of course, I've been doing other stuff for the past 7 months and I haven't gotten around to it yet, but I believe it's likely the same resource 'P250UAS' used for the ramps he put together. If not, it's damn similar and definitely worth a look...
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November 12, 2023, 04:46 PM
P250UA5
^ Yup, that's the one. I went with a wider board & also added a grab/carry handle to the side. 275 width tires wouldn't be ideal on an 8in board.
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November 12, 2023, 05:19 PM
nhracecraft
^^I was thinking of 2x12s to accommodate these 285/30ZR20s on 20x10.5 ET30 wheels!
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November 12, 2023, 05:32 PM
P250UA5
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Originally posted by nhracecraft: ^^I was thinking of 2x12s to accommodate these 285/30ZR20s on 20x10.5 ET30 wheels!
I was going to do 2x12, but the lumber cost would've doubled. 2x10 were around 15/board. 2x12 were a bit over $30 @ HomeDepotThis message has been edited. Last edited by: P250UA5,
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November 12, 2023, 05:47 PM
P250UA5
quote:
Originally posted by .38supersig:
quote:
Originally posted by P250UA5: I'm in the market for a new floor jack [my little Pittsburgh low-pro wont even get a wheel off the ground with my Explorer...
Buy yourself a bottle of Lucas Hydraulic Fluid.
Remove the plate on the top, loosen the slotted screw on the cylinder, and slowly pour the fluid in the hole until the air bubbles no longer present themselves.
Yes, the bottle jack stand works great also. Different sizes for different rides. Make sure your jacking point(s) are within range of the lowest point of contact.
Issue wasn't lifting strength Issue was max lift height. At max extension, it wasn't enough to even lift a wheel fully.
DIY ramps will do the job for oil changes & I'll do early Discount runs for rotations.
Still plan on grabbing a couple of the bottle/stand Jack's next time they're on sale. The 3k models are >$100 currently, on Amazon.
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November 30, 2023, 11:45 AM
P250UA5
Just ordered 2x of these $65 for the 3 ton model, had a $50 GC from work which knocked it down to $90 for a pair. If they work well, I'll keep 1 in each truck.
Will report back when they arrive & I get a chance to try them out. Should be here next Wed.
They're about 1/2" too tall to get under the framerails of our Expedition, so I used my ramps to do the oil change. Will probably get some scrap wood to get the little extra height needed to be able to use them.
I did make use of them on the Midget [after lifting it with a floor jack] to replace the starter. They have a small amount of wobble [possibly more due to the flat base & slightly uneven ground] but were very sturdy once in place.
Will probably get 2 more to have a full set.
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March 12, 2024, 10:15 AM
mrvmax
I despise the jacks that came with my 4Runners so I have that exact model. Had a flat yesterday and used it. You may need something to stabilize it/give more lift. It was a little shy of the height I needed so I ordered some jack stand pads from Bezos and I’ll keep them with me. I also ordered the Gorilla tire tool. Did I say how I hate the tools that come with vehicles? I think they are made for the midget cars in Japan.
March 12, 2024, 10:20 AM
P250UA5
quote:
Originally posted by mrvmax: I despise the jacks that came with my 4Runners so I have that exact model. Had a flat yesterday and used it. You may need something to stabilize it/give more lift. It was a little shy of the height I needed so I ordered some jack stand pads from Bezos and I’ll keep them with me. I also ordered the Gorilla tire tool. Did I say how I hate the tools that come with vehicles? I think they are made for the midget cars in Japan.
Hey, my Midget is British
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March 12, 2024, 11:49 AM
mrvmax
quote:
Originally posted by P250UA5:
quote:
Originally posted by mrvmax: I despise the jacks that came with my 4Runners so I have that exact model. Had a flat yesterday and used it. You may need something to stabilize it/give more lift. It was a little shy of the height I needed so I ordered some jack stand pads from Bezos and I’ll keep them with me. I also ordered the Gorilla tire tool. Did I say how I hate the tools that come with vehicles? I think they are made for the midget cars in Japan.
Hey, my Midget is British
I used to have one of those but never had to change a tire on it. Too long ago to remember if it even had a jack.
March 12, 2024, 11:50 AM
mrvmax
quote:
Originally posted by P250UA5: Temporary solution. Happened to a video pop up in my YouTube feed for building these. About $50 in materials, since I went with 2x10 instead of the 2x8 the video recommended. Handy with being hinged so you still have side access if needed.
Other than nearly driving off the end [a spotter would be a good idea], they worked great. High enough to roll under with a creeper & get the oil changed.
Couple thousand miles & I'll get to try them with the Expedition, too.
I paid less than $50 for the synthetic ramps I have, not sure what they cost now.
March 12, 2024, 11:51 AM
P250UA5
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Originally posted by mrvmax:
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Originally posted by P250UA5:
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Originally posted by mrvmax: I despise the jacks that came with my 4Runners so I have that exact model. Had a flat yesterday and used it. You may need something to stabilize it/give more lift. It was a little shy of the height I needed so I ordered some jack stand pads from Bezos and I’ll keep them with me. I also ordered the Gorilla tire tool. Did I say how I hate the tools that come with vehicles? I think they are made for the midget cars in Japan.
Hey, my Midget is British
I used to have one of those but never had to change a tire on it. Too long ago to remember if it even had a jack.
You could just about pick it up. Mine has a jack, but it fits into a hole in the side of the body. Have heard to not use it as any unknown rust could lead to jack-point failure & lots of $$ damage.
I just lift it via floor jack on the crossmember under the engine or the diff in the rear.
