C3 on jack stands question

[Tom L.]

I was told that it was a good idea to release the hood and door latches when putting the car on a lift or on jack stands. This was because the cars "flex" when raising them resulting in unnecesary stress on the fiberglass.
My car is a '72 big block and flexing is easily visible due to the extra weight.

Is there a way to support the front end after it has been put up to prevent this?

[Tom H.]

Re: C3 on jack stands question

Just put an extra set of stands under the front, near the sway bar area. How long will the car be supported on stands.

Not a bad idea to crack the doors.

[Tom L.]

Re: C3 on jack stands question

I am aware of the idea of jack stands in the front. My concern is will I be putting too much stress on the front if they are a little higher than they need to be. One of my thoughs was to simply put a bottle jack under the cross member, but how much should I lift?

During the winter months I like to leave it up for as lonag as a project lasts. Could be weeks.

[Terry M.]

Re: C3 on jack stands question

Using a jack or jack stand on the front cross member without something to spread the weight will result in the often-seen dents in the front cross member. Use caution to prevent these dents -- they are far easier to prevent than to remove.

[Erv M.]

Re: C3 on jack stands question

When using a small scissor lift do you have the same sagging concerns?