Place the jack stands under the frame rails behind the front wheels,
there is a gusset joint there just behind where the frame curves up into
the engine compartment. Using the crossmember puts the stands too close
together and is not stable. Be careful if you remove the front springs
(not required) during your balljoint repair, they are under a fair
preload -- use a spring compressor.
Todd Osborn
Sam Jose, Ca
2x68 2L
Paul wrote:
>
> I have the rear wheels of my '69 1600 up on ramps, and before I jack up
> the front, I thought I would ask about positioning the jack stands. Should
> they go on the side, behind the front wheels under the frame? Or under the
> front cross member?
> The car is going up for front suspension work and 4 new ball joints. Any
> suggestions?
>
> TIA,
> Paul
> OROC
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