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Old May 21st, 2004, 03:52 AM
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Quote: Originally Posted by CurtP
2x4's are actually 1.5"x3.5", unless you're using dimensional lumber.

Yes, I know. When I was posting I actually thought about saying 1.5" from the 2X4 is high enough, but I was thinking that would confuse people.

Anyway, I'll repeat that ramps are not needed at all for a simple oil change, in fact a lift of just 1.5 inches works great for me.

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