I have 2 sets for different purposes.

I have the ratchet type for quick use under the crosshead etc but I also have a very heavy duty set which I modified to give a flat top pad onto which I put an ice hockey puck.

I use the heavy flat top set for when I'm going to be raising the whole car higher to work comfortably underneath.

The reason I went for the heavy duty 3 tonne per stand is that they also have a larger, more stable base for extra safety.

They will extend higher than this if needed but I've never needed to go higher and the lower setting is more stable.

Total 12 tonne is probably a bit over the top but what price safety?

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Bob

2009 Black Roadster
1999 4/4 2 litre Zetec