Where to place jack and stands to lift and support front end?

Tiny
MRMARTINEZ1975
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About to start a brake job and not 100% sure where to lift safely.
Monday, February 26th, 2024 AT 1:36 PM

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Tiny
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

I don't have a picture, but in front of the rear wheels and behind the front wheels, there should be a location on the pinch weld for your factory jack to be used. Those are the locations you want to use.

What type of jack are you using?

Joe
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Monday, February 26th, 2024 AT 7:40 PM
Tiny
KEN L
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Here is a guide to show you how:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/jack-up-and-lift-your-car-safely

Please let us know if you need anything else.
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Thursday, March 7th, 2024 AT 8:26 PM
Tiny
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Anything?
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Saturday, May 11th, 2024 AT 12:20 PM

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