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Old 11-21-2017, 10:23 AM   #1
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Ideas for what to stand on when working on a truck

Been scratching my head for something to stand on that won't slip while leaning over the fender of a truck or over the the radiator.
You guys must some have some innovative ideas. Please share.
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Old 11-21-2017, 10:31 AM   #2
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Re: Ideas for what to stand on when working on a truck

I use this adjustable step on my 4 wheel drive trucks and a couple of old pallets work in front of them.



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Old 11-21-2017, 10:52 AM   #3
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Been thinking about ordering one of these
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Old 11-21-2017, 11:19 AM   #4
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Re: Ideas for what to stand on when working on a truck

I have a few cinder blocks laying around. I just use them to stand on..
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Old 11-21-2017, 11:31 AM   #5
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Re: Ideas for what to stand on when working on a truck

I bought one of these several years ago. It seems well built, is sturdy and has non-skid feet. Just bought another. They are usually under $20 with a "Super Coupon".
https://www.harborfreight.com/step-s...orm-66911.html
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Old 11-21-2017, 11:32 AM   #6
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Re: Ideas for what to stand on when working on a truck

I've got an old, smaller step ladder with rubber feet that I use.
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Old 11-21-2017, 11:38 AM   #7
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Re: Ideas for what to stand on when working on a truck

I have a 16-20" tall plastic tool chest/step thing. Its an old one, I can't find it online anymore. This is the closest i could find (mine looks a lot sturdier)



I'm 5'8 and can't do jack squat under the hood of my 2015 Z71 without it. I can barely reach the dipstick to check the oil without standing on something. Makes me miss my 2000 Z71 a bit more...
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Old 11-21-2017, 12:16 PM   #8
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Re: Ideas for what to stand on when working on a truck

I have a wooden 2-step that I made out of 2x4 and 2x6 that works great.
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Old 11-21-2017, 12:27 PM   #9
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Old 11-21-2017, 12:39 PM   #10
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Old 11-21-2017, 01:30 PM   #11
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This is what I use and really like it. However, It might be too tall if you were working on a 2wd truck. both my 69 and my 2015 are lifted 4x4's and using this is a must when working under the hood.
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Old 11-21-2017, 01:32 PM   #12
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Re: Ideas for what to stand on when working on a truck

I climb in there and sit on the fender.
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Old 11-21-2017, 01:34 PM   #13
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This is what I use and really like it. However, It might be too tall if you were working on a 2wd truck. both my 69 and my 2015 are lifted 4x4's and using this is a must when working under the hood.
Yes, my K20 has a 2" lift and I'm short so.....
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Old 11-21-2017, 01:36 PM   #14
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Depends on how long you going to be there. I was replacing the intake on my driver and I pulled the front tires and wheels and let it down to where the rotors were about 1/2" off the ground.
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Old 11-21-2017, 01:51 PM   #15
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The guy on the ladder in the stairwell is crazy
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Old 11-21-2017, 02:13 PM   #16
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I climb in there and sit on the fender.
Done this a bunch of times!

When that doesn't cut it, I steal my wife's step stool from the kitchen!

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Old 11-21-2017, 02:14 PM   #17
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The guy on the ladder in the stairwell is crazy
If you use it right, it'll work fine, but get off balance just enough, and you are dead.
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Old 11-21-2017, 08:36 PM   #18
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If you use it right, it'll work fine, but get off balance just enough, and you are dead.
I doubt that any of the warning labels advised against using that way
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Old 11-21-2017, 09:41 PM   #19
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Re: Ideas for what to stand on when working on a truck

Some great ideas here. But wholly cow harpo231. I've done similar, but not that. At my age, not a chance.

A nearby shop has what looks like a diving board. They have a mechanic that's maybe a buck 25. He hovers over any part of an engine compartment. I'll probably use them for the first start on my restoration.
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Old 11-21-2017, 10:45 PM   #20
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Re: Ideas for what to stand on when working on a truck

Been using the same milk crate for 30 yrs.
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Old 11-21-2017, 11:00 PM   #21
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I've used old metal milk crates and 5 gallon buckets. I love that diving board! Given that I don't work on vehicles for a living, I won't be buying one, though. That guy in the stair well is taking his life in his hands, and potentially anyone walking underneath, if it slips. That's just stupid to do.
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Old 11-21-2017, 11:15 PM   #22
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Re: Ideas for what to stand on when working on a truck

I use a 2' wooden step ladder that I have had for 30 years.
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Old 11-21-2017, 11:29 PM   #23
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Re: Ideas for what to stand on when working on a truck

The top side creeper posted above works well
I have one of these old pneumatic lifts the works good too
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Old 11-22-2017, 12:22 AM   #24
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I've had one of these for about 6 years. Got it on a black Friday at lowes
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Old 11-22-2017, 06:31 AM   #25
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I have a wooden stool I threw together for just one step up or I grab a 2' or 4' step ladder. The stool doubles as something to sit on when doing brakes, etc
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