I was wondering how long these non-steel ramps can last? I've got a set that are over 10 years old and seem fine. I usually put some weight in front of them to help keep them from sliding when driving up on them.
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I was wondering how long these non-steel ramps can last? I've got a set that are over 10 years old and seem fine. I usually put some weight in front of them to help keep them from sliding when driving up on them.
I've had mine for over 2 years and they still work great. I often use them for full-size trucks and other heavy stuff and not even on a flat surface!
I was wondering how long these non-steel ramps can last? I've got a set that are over 10 years old and seem fine. I usually put some weight in front of them to help keep them from sliding when driving up on them.
I've had mine for over 2 years and they still work great. I often use them for full-size trucks and other heavy stuff and not even on a flat surface!
Originally Posted by Corollaman
I was wondering how long these non-steel ramps can last? I've got a set that are over 10 years old and seem fine. I usually put some weight in front of them to help keep them from sliding when driving up on them.
My ramps are 10 yrs old also and just used them, no problems, still have the rubber pads so no sliding.
I was wondering how long these non-steel ramps can last? I've got a set that are over 10 years old and seem fine. I usually put some weight in front of them to help keep them from sliding when driving up on them.
My ramps are 10 yrs old also and just used them, no problems, still have the rubber pads so no sliding.
Originally Posted by Malo83
Originally Posted by Corollaman
I was wondering how long these non-steel ramps can last? I've got a set that are over 10 years old and seem fine. I usually put some weight in front of them to help keep them from sliding when driving up on them.
My ramps are 10 yrs old also and just used them, no problems, still have the rubber pads so no sliding.
Mine had the rubber pads too at one point. I believe they kept falling out and disappeared at some point. I've been putting 25 pound weights in front of each and that seems to minimize the sliding.
Originally Posted by Corollaman
I was wondering how long these non-steel ramps can last? I've got a set that are over 10 years old and seem fine. I usually put some weight in front of them to help keep them from sliding when driving up on them.
My ramps are 10 yrs old also and just used them, no problems, still have the rubber pads so no sliding.
Mine had the rubber pads too at one point. I believe they kept falling out and disappeared at some point. I've been putting 25 pound weights in front of each and that seems to minimize the sliding.
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Great question … but not sure you will get a quantitative answer … something like exposed to heat, ozone, cyclic stress reversals being plastic … Ok, and that means ?
Personally I'd retire them at 10 years … it can be life or death when they collapse
Signed, Pine-O-Ramp user …
Personally I'd retire them at 10 years … it can be life or death when they collapse
Signed, Pine-O-Ramp user …
Originally Posted by 4WD
Great question … but not sure you will get a quantitative answer … something like exposed to heat, ozone, cyclic stress reversals being plastic … Ok, and that means ?
Personally I'd retire them at 10 years … it can be life or death when they collapse
Signed, Pine-O-Ramp user …
There are a lot of variables, mine have always been stored in a garage (non heated though).
Great question … but not sure you will get a quantitative answer … something like exposed to heat, ozone, cyclic stress reversals being plastic … Ok, and that means ?
Personally I'd retire them at 10 years … it can be life or death when they collapse
Signed, Pine-O-Ramp user …
There are a lot of variables, mine have always been stored in a garage (non heated though).
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What all do you drive on them -vs- original load rating ?
Heaviest I've used is a 4,800 pound minivan, my truck is a two wheel drive short bed standard cab and I think it weighs less than the minivan. I don't think I'm coming close to exceeding any weight limits, it is the front end after all not the whole vehicle.
Mine are 6 years old and have had a ton of vehicles on them.
Mine are 14 years old
Got tired of mine sliding before failure, got rid of them and got Race Ramps. Love them.
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Originally Posted by Eddie
Mine are 14 years old
Ok … so that means 99% of the members (minus me) should use cheap plastic ramps for at least this long …
PS… OP asked for a reason
Mine are 14 years old
Ok … so that means 99% of the members (minus me) should use cheap plastic ramps for at least this long …
PS… OP asked for a reason
Originally Posted by 4WD
Originally Posted by Eddie
Mine are 14 years old
Ok … so that means 99% of the members (minus me) should use cheap plastic ramps for at least this long …
PS… OP asked for a reason
Mine are going on 2 years. I personally would replace them when they started cracking or some other indicator. Probably should put a couple jack stands under them for good measure, even though im guilty of forgetting often.
Originally Posted by Eddie
Mine are 14 years old
Ok … so that means 99% of the members (minus me) should use cheap plastic ramps for at least this long …
PS… OP asked for a reason
Mine are going on 2 years. I personally would replace them when they started cracking or some other indicator. Probably should put a couple jack stands under them for good measure, even though im guilty of forgetting often.
Mine are about 8 years old now, they still look fine. Is there any labeling/stamping or expiration date by the company indicating if/when they should be replaced? It might pay to call and ask the mfg. to find out for sure.
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Yes … put something there … saw a guy in his driveway with a tire/rim underneath the side he/drain was on …
Cracked ribs beats dead …
Cracked ribs beats dead …
Anytime I used anything to jack my car up I get in it and jiggle around before climbing under it. You can get some cheap jack stands if you are concerned.
Remember to chuck those rear tires with something good. Test your chucks.
Remember to chuck those rear tires with something good. Test your chucks.
Got mine in 1993 and I use it. I inspect it carefully before each use and no cracks or structural issues.
Originally Posted by 4WD
Yes … put something there … saw a guy in his driveway with a tire/rim underneath the side he/drain was on …
Cracked ribs beats dead …
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Right on... Heck even a oak tree stump that is large in diameter would be great too. ..
Yes … put something there … saw a guy in his driveway with a tire/rim underneath the side he/drain was on …
Cracked ribs beats dead …
^^^^^
Right on... Heck even a oak tree stump that is large in diameter would be great too. ..
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