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There is a lot of controversy over jacking from the engine but ASSUME that I do want to jack from under the engine... is this the correct place, and if not, where exactly should I be placing my rubber puck for jacking from under the engine? Thanks
Is it safe to lift from this area?
Last edited by vancouver z; Sep 7, 2022 at 01:41 AM.
Reason: grammar
Hi vancouver z,
If you check in your owner's manual it specifically warns against lifting the rear by the engine case.
Considering that there are other methods to lift the car why take a chance?
Here are my thoughts about how to lift a 993. https://993servicerepair.blogspot.co...-your-993.html
Andy
I've been using a 6"+ piece of 2x4 along the case seam for 15 years now. Spreads the load significantly more than a hockey puck, especially since it's soft pine.
There is a lot of controversy over jacking from the engine but ASSUME that I do want to jack from under the engine... is this the correct place, and if not, where exactly should I be placing my rubber puck for jacking from under the engine? Thanks
Is it safe to lift from this area?
Yes, lift as you indicate.
wood or hockey puck, you'll be fine.
Originally Posted by pp000830
Hi vancouver z,
If you check in your owner's manual it specifically warns against lifting the rear by the engine case.
Considering that there are other methods to lift the car why take a chance?
Here are my thoughts about how to lift a 993. https://993servicerepair.blogspot.co...-your-993.html
Andy
one man's idea
i got ~ 2 paragraphs in then closed the page.
There is a lot of controversy over jacking from the engine but ASSUME that I do want to jack from under the engine... is this the correct place, and if not, where exactly should I be placing my rubber puck for jacking from under the engine? Thanks
Is it safe to lift from this area?
No controversy here. Done it that way for 15yrs until I went with a lift. Still do it in a pinch. Hockey puck is a good cushion and distributes load well.
Only argument against I can think of is the 900lbs of stress you put on the engine mounts in the opposite direction to what they were designed for, pulling them apart. What could possibly go wrong. At $450 each I’ll use my jack point jack stands and enjoy ultimate stability and security to boot.
Only argument against I can think of is the 900lbs of stress you put on the engine mounts in the opposite direction to what they were designed for, pulling them apart. What could possibly go wrong. At $450 each I’ll use my jack point jack stands and enjoy ultimate stability and security to boot.
if you’re on RS mounts you’re probably good.
This is completely unrelated and off topic but every time I see your avatar picture I think your car is floating.
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