Guest chevy_dude97 Posted June 12, 2012 Share Posted June 12, 2012 I know the original points are the bumpers. Is there a safe place to jack on the frame where it will not distort it? I don't want to jack it up by the frame and have it crease, that would be one less thing to restore... lol Is there like a sweet spot? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old-tank Posted June 12, 2012 Share Posted June 12, 2012 For convertibles: only the rear axle near the wheel and the lower control arm near the wheel. Closed cars: those points and where the 'X' meets the side frame rails front and back. Or a drive-on lift.Willie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smithbrother Posted June 12, 2012 Share Posted June 12, 2012 Why not put the jack under the center rear end pumpkin, then lift and place jack stands under the axle housings near the wheel area?In the front, place under center of cross member. I can't believe it is that difficult, just look it over real good, and use good ole common sense. IMO. Nothing personal here.Dale in Indy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest chevy_dude97 Posted June 12, 2012 Share Posted June 12, 2012 Why not put the jack under the center rear end pumpkin, then lift and place jack stands under the axle housings near the wheel area?In the front, place under center of cross member. I can't believe it is that difficult, just look it over real good, and use good ole common sense. IMO. Nothing personal here.Dale in IndyThe car weighs quite a lot. The frame looks sturdy... If I jack it from the rear housing I cannot do rear suspension work, ect I just didn't want to ding up the frame more than it is. She is my new baby.Thanks for the imput guys. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buick5563 Posted June 12, 2012 Share Posted June 12, 2012 Harbor freight has inexpensive rubber pads that fit over your jack's lifting point. Then you can safely jack it anywhere that two pieces of frame come together (behind front wheel / in front of rear wheel). Then you can do suspension work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1957buickjim Posted June 13, 2012 Share Posted June 13, 2012 Just did that with mine. It's a 57, but same principle with the jack stands. Here are some pictures of it on the stands. Make sure you have a very solid set of stands (mine are rated 6000 lbs ea.) and a good jack. Best way to jack up the car is to do the front first, with wheel chocks behind the rear wheels. One side then the other. Once the front is jacked up, then go the rear and put the jack under the axle on one side until you get it to the right height, then the other. That should get you to where you need to be. Make sure that you do have the jackstands under the meeting point (x-member to side rail) on the frame. Strongest point on the undercarriage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest chevy_dude97 Posted June 13, 2012 Share Posted June 13, 2012 Make sure that you do have the jackstands under the meeting point (x-member to side rail) on the frame. Strongest point on the undercarriage.Thanks exactly what I was looking for. I was going to use that point but hesitated when I seen the other dented spots. I know no one will ever see it but me when Im down there but perfection is my standard... lolAnd good call on the pads, I just ordered a set for mine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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