How to get a 75 (and other modern cars) onto ramps.

Departed · 12th November 2007, 20:20

Many people have noticed that ramps can't be used with the 75 because the bumper fouls on the ramp before the wheel starts to go up. I had the same problem with another car of mine as well, so was getting fed up of having to use a trolley jack and axle stands.

So I made these, out of a piece (or was it two) of MDF and a bit of wooden beam. As it's all in compression, there's no risk of breakage, and the car is on the steel when you are underneath.

I've used it many times with both cars now, and it also helps to get the car started up the slope without so much clutch slipping.

You will need to measure your own ramps, and make to suit.

Pics restored from original post - Dragrad ;-)

Disclaimer:
You are responsible for any work or modifications carried out on your car and you undertake any such work at your own risk. Neither the 75 and ZT Owners Club nor the original authors in this thread can be held liable for anything that may happen as a result of you following this thread's posts.
Any modifications should be reported to your insurance company.

12th November 2007, 20:20	#1
Departed Retired -- Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: -- Posts: 3,785 Thanks: 0 Thanked 4 Times in 4 Posts	How to get a 75 (and other modern cars) onto ramps. Many people have noticed that ramps can't be used with the 75 because the bumper fouls on the ramp before the wheel starts to go up. I had the same problem with another car of mine as well, so was getting fed up of having to use a trolley jack and axle stands. So I made these, out of a piece (or was it two) of MDF and a bit of wooden beam. As it's all in compression, there's no risk of breakage, and the car is on the steel when you are underneath. I've used it many times with both cars now, and it also helps to get the car started up the slope without so much clutch slipping. You will need to measure your own ramps, and make to suit. Pics restored from original post - Dragrad ;-) *Disclaimer:* You are responsible for any work or modifications carried out on your car and you undertake any such work at your own risk. Neither the 75 and ZT Owners Club nor the original authors in this thread can be held liable for anything that may happen as a result of you following this thread's posts. Any modifications should be reported to your insurance company. Last edited by Greeners; 30th October 2017 at 07:30.. Reason: Picture links removed by OP :-( Further Repair affected ;-) FAQ16