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Re: [T3] 1968 Notch progress (long)


At 08:08 PM 8/12/01 +0200, Per Lindgren wrote:
> > The alternative method we used on my Variant and a friend's 1303 was to tie
> > a tow-rope or chain to pass under the jack and over the bump-stop mount.
> > This method is not as safe as the dad/ extra leverage methods, 
> (particularly
> > if your knots aren't very good!), but gets the job done if you're stuck.
>
>I did the same, a chain and shackle with the floor jack under the end of the
>spring plate and the chain mounted to the upper shock absorber bolt. Worked
>great!

The method I resorted to involved approximately 900lbs of cement mix and 
car batteries in the rear seat area.  I don't think I really *needed* that 
much weight, I just started loading it up and didn't stop until there 
wasn't anything else handy to put back there. =)


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