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Posted by: dh_berman Dec 3 2017, 07:12 PM

I've read lots of threads here about jack points but I haven't seen anyone comment on this specifically.

Is there any problem with putting jack stands under the rear trailing arms at their pivot points?

Posted by: 914 RZ-1 Dec 3 2017, 08:53 PM

That is a good place for standard jack stands (the ones with the u-shaped tops that are meant for axles). Also put them under the jack donuts, just be careful. I got some jack stands with flat tops, they work better for that location.

Posted by: 914Sixer Dec 4 2017, 08:41 AM

PLEASE make sure your jack stands have LOCKING PINS. No locking pins might make a big difference in your health.

Posted by: porschetub Dec 4 2017, 02:27 PM

I use the trail arm pivots with thin strips of plywood under the "u" shaped tops,saves marking the paint and my car is very solid on the stands this way.
I only use the jacking points to raise and lower the car,would rather not use these area's for jackstands.
Don't try the original jackpoints like I did,I now have to repair one after it broke ,still haven't really worked out to repair it @ this stage.

Posted by: Boomingbeetle Dec 4 2017, 02:41 PM

Another tip from the shop would be to give the car a good shake once it's on the stands by pushing or pressing the bumper with strong force. If it wobbles or doesn't seem solid, find a better spot to support it before you crawl underneath. Don't want to risk getting squashed if there's a

Posted by: GeorgeRud Dec 4 2017, 03:30 PM

I like to also leave the extended jack in place (just in case), but always give the car a good shake before crawling underneath.

Posted by: Dave_Darling Dec 4 2017, 07:43 PM

QUOTE(914Sixer @ Dec 4 2017, 06:41 AM)

Posted by: Elliot Cannon Dec 5 2017, 11:54 AM

QUOTE(porschetub @ Dec 4 2017, 12:27 PM)

I use the trail arm pivots with thin strips of plywood under the "u" shaped tops,saves marking the paint and my car is very solid on the stands this way.
I only use the jacking points to raise and lower the car,would rather not use these area's for jackstands.
Don't try the original jackpoints like I did,I now have to repair one after it broke ,still haven't really worked out to repair it @ this stage.

Posted by: burton73 Dec 5 2017, 02:04 PM

QUOTE(Elliot Cannon @ Dec 5 2017, 09:54 AM)

QUOTE(porschetub @ Dec 4 2017, 12:27 PM)

I use the trail arm pivots with thin strips of plywood under the "u" shaped tops,saves marking the paint and my car is very solid on the stands this way.
I only use the jacking points to raise and lower the car,would rather not use these area's for jackstands.
Don't try the original jackpoints like I did,I now have to repair one after it broke ,still haven't really worked out to repair it @ this stage.

Those jack points are useless. IMHO Cut them out, fill the hole in your rocker panels and carry a small floor jack to use when you need to change a tire.