Ramp Specs and Pic

[VettTheRipper]

This materials list will build a set of ramps that wont get snagged on the air dam. List is for 1 ramp, double it for a pair.

1. You will need four lengths of 2x12 plank
16, 32, 48, and 64 inches

2. Stack them flat like stairs and whack a few 1.5 inch nails in
them to hold them together. The fewer nails the better
(I used only 2 to make it easier to separate them for
modification if necessary)

3. Optional but recommended: Wheel stop at fwd edge of top
level. Drill pilot holes in the wheel stop or you'll crack it when
nailing it to the ramps.

Note: My ramps in the pic are only 3 high but will be made 4 high shortly. Also I substituted some 2x8 pieces cause I had some lying around. (figured I'd save a tree)

[fcalmes]

Very nice do it yourself project. Thanks for sharing!!

[pdx_Z]

I've always wanted to know what one of theses diy ramps looks like.

--pdx_Z

[IMA Z06]

very nice indeed..........

[Z06ROD]

Gives me something to do until Spring in Denver..........

[Rob1Vet]

Good diy If I get mine half that high I could get my jack underneath it.

? can you jack from the center crossmember on the front of the Z ?

Rob

[VettTheRipper]

Originally posted by Rob1Vet
? can you jack from the center crossmember on the front of the Z ?

Rob

Couldn't quite get a jack under it being only 3 high but should be able to if stacked 4 high. Also whenever jacking at the crossmenbers (front or rear) it's a good Idea to make a pad out of 2x6 to span the length of the crossmember. This distributes the weight better and prevents breaking the crossmember.

[Rob1Vet]

Thanks for the help and suggestions

Rob

[Jayzvette]

Excellent!! Looks like plenty of approch room so nothing will rub!!!

[mrdatalife]

excellent. i would also angle cut the front of each level to make driving up a little easier???

-jc

[VettTheRipper]

Originally posted by mrdatalife
excellent. i would also angle cut the front of each level to make driving up a little easier???

-jc

Yes that will work but you might want to add 2" to all of the board lengths to compensate for the lost surface area due to the bevels. I didn't angle mine and those big wide tires climb up the steps easily.

[JTBear]

Not too bad Rip. But how heavy are they?

[VettTheRipper]

Originally posted by JTBear
Not too bad Rip. But how heavy are they?

That's the only problem with them. They're pretty heavy.