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MPHS_AGM · 04-19-2013, 09:38 AM

I have a set of Rhino ramps that I used for my 2002 Z28 and they do not clear the front splitter on the 1LE. What ramps are you guys using with your 1LE?

newb · 04-19-2013, 10:07 AM

Try placing a short length of 2x4 on the ground in front of the ramp. That should give you enough clearance to not need new ramps. I used a set of cheap ramps from the auto parts store and the driveway had just the right slope to clear the splitter.

gajagfan · 04-19-2013, 10:17 AM

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Originally Posted by MPHS_AGM

I have a set of Rhino ramps that I used for my 2002 Z28 and they do not clear the front splitter on the 1LE. What ramps are you guys using with your 1LE?

Is a floor jack not a better option? I ask because it has been what I have used on all my f-bodies, and await the deliver of our new 1LE.

Dropspeed · 04-19-2013, 10:42 AM

By far one of best purchases I made to work on a lowered vehicle was a set of race ramps. I also have a set to assist in loading lowered cars onto a trailer.....Super light weight. Not cheap, but they work

http://www.raceramps.com/

-Matt

SoCal Swagger · 04-19-2013, 11:14 AM

i had the same problem with my 2lt/ZL1 front end.

made a DIY ram using 3 2x10x10 search for the instructions but its rather simple first piece was 8 inches long then 6 inches long then 4 and 2. nail or screw

now i drive my car on then if i need to i jack it up from there

The Stig · 04-19-2013, 11:19 AM

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Originally Posted by Dropspeed

By far one of best purchases I made to work on a lowered vehicle was a set of race ramps. I also have a set to assist in loading lowered cars onto a trailer.....Super light weight. Not cheap, but they work

http://www.raceramps.com/

-Matt

This. Rhino Ramps don't offer enough clearance if you're lowered.

MPHS_AGM · 04-19-2013, 12:37 PM

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Originally Posted by gajagfan

Is a floor jack not a better option? I ask because it has been what I have used on all my f-bodies, and await the deliver of our new 1LE.

I don't like working under the car when it is on jack stands. Just my preference I guess. If I won't be under the car then a floor jack should be okay. I should probably check that for clearance too...

MPHS_AGM · 04-19-2013, 12:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Dropspeed

By far one of best purchases I made to work on a lowered vehicle was a set of race ramps. I also have a set to assist in loading lowered cars onto a trailer.....Super light weight. Not cheap, but they work

http://www.raceramps.com/

-Matt

Pricey! You weren't joking! I will put these on my Christmas list and hope for the best!

Dropspeed · 04-19-2013, 03:15 PM

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Originally Posted by MPHS_AGM

Pricey! You weren't joking! I will put these on my Christmas list and hope for the best!

Yes, but well worth it anytime you have to get under te car. Save so much time over driving onto a board or getting out the jack just to get it on or off conventional Rhino style ramps (which I have also)

I was reluctant because of cost, but have not regretted it at all.

Mojave · 04-19-2013, 04:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Dropspeed

By far one of best purchases I made to work on a lowered vehicle was a set of race ramps. I also have a set to assist in loading lowered cars onto a trailer.....Super light weight. Not cheap, but they work

http://www.raceramps.com/

-Matt

Yep, I have a set and they rule

james347 · 04-19-2013, 07:45 PM

Race ramps do give some. The tires will leave imprints on the ramps, so don't freak out when that happens.

Buckeye · 05-08-2013, 05:55 PM

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Originally Posted by MPHS_AGM

I have a set of Rhino ramps that I used for my 2002 Z28 and they do not clear the front splitter on the 1LE. What ramps are you guys using with your 1LE?

I use the 2 piece 67" Race Ramps for my 1LE. They work perfectly with the lower front end and the splitter.

880 · 05-08-2013, 06:25 PM

Make your own ramps

04-19-2013, 09:38 AM	#1
MPHS_AGM Drives: 2013 Camaro 2SS/RS/1LE AGM Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Memphis, TN Posts: 124	Ramps for 1LE? I have a set of Rhino ramps that I used for my 2002 Z28 and they do not clear the front splitter on the 1LE. What ramps are you guys using with your 1LE? __________________ Current: 2013 AGM 2SS/RS/1LE-NPP Past: 2002 Z28 Navy Blue A4 [traded] 1996 Camaro V6 Black [traded]

04-19-2013, 10:07 AM	#2
newb Drives: 2013 1LE Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: DMV Posts: 1,548	Try placing a short length of 2x4 on the ground in front of the ramp. That should give you enough clearance to not need new ramps. I used a set of cheap ramps from the auto parts store and the driveway had just the right slope to clear the splitter. __________________ It's a Dingledarm. It's there to dampen side fumbling. If your marzelvanes fumble too much they can cause total protonic reversal. It gets ugly from there. This is really the biggest problem with the new Camaro. That and the tri-pronged blivot. Delivered 21 Jan 2013

04-19-2013, 10:42 AM	#4
Dropspeed 2013 Camaro SS1LECTSVZ28 Drives: 2013 AGM 1SS/1LE Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Suburbs of Detroit, MI Posts: 2,440	By far one of best purchases I made to work on a lowered vehicle was a set of race ramps. I also have a set to assist in loading lowered cars onto a trailer.....Super light weight. Not cheap, but they work http://www.raceramps.com/ -Matt __________________ My 1LE Build/Journal : http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=351990

05-08-2013, 06:25 PM	#13
880 Drives: 2011 Z06, 2004 Cobra, 1991 MR2Turbo Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Delaware Posts: 472	Make your own ramps __________________

04-19-2013, 11:14 AM	#5
SoCal Swagger Drives: RS Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: SOuthern Cali Posts: 593	i had the same problem with my 2lt/ZL1 front end. made a DIY ram using 3 2x10x10 search for the instructions but its rather simple first piece was 8 inches long then 6 inches long then 4 and 2. nail or screw now i drive my car on then if i need to i jack it up from there

04-19-2013, 07:45 PM	#11
james347 Drives: 2006 Crownline Join Date: May 2012 Location: . Posts: 700	Race ramps do give some. The tires will leave imprints on the ramps, so don't freak out when that happens.