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Originally Posted by funola
The biggest problem I have with the ratcheting jak stands is the jack dropping to bottom if the paw releases from the rack. That can happen if the handle is raised 3/4", or if the paw cracks. NO BACK UP = DEATH!!!!
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Another thought -- how short are your stands? Even with mine in their lowest position I have to lift the car pretty high, almost to the full extension of my floor jack, to get them underneath; I rarely have them extended more than one or two teeth. If the stand falls to the bottom I'll probably need to change my pants, but it's not likely to crush me. I'd be more worried about the stand tipping over.