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  1. Metalman

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    #10 Metalman, Apr 1, 2014
    No tools needed.... But it does require a second MINI...

    Just remember on which side the drain hole is located...:D

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    #11 MCS02, Apr 1, 2014
    Just wondering what's the reason for the question? You can get a small jack for not much money. You need to be careful. If you don't have the correct tools don't do the job.
    Never get under a car unless it's on ramps or jack stands.
     
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    #2 Dave.0, Mar 31, 2014
    I just drink a few shots of Starbucks and use my arms. :lol:

    What do you mean no machines? Does that include a floor jack? If not just lift it with a jack by placing it under a jack point and pump the floor jack handle up and down to desired height is reached. If you get under the car use jack stands for safety unless you had the extra Starbucks and can bench press your car. :lol:
     
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    #5 rkw, Mar 31, 2014
    A pair of service ramps? Either a set built for the purpose or make something yourself.

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    #6 MCS02, Mar 31, 2014
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    Ok my real shade tree self is about to show through. Drive two wheels up on the curb, set the parking brake and put something behind the wheels so it can't roll.
    I've used this method when I was young. Just enough room to squeeze under.
     
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    #7 rum4, Mar 31, 2014
    Go to Wal Mart and but some rhino ramps
     
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    #9 Firebro17, Apr 1, 2014
    I sense a power tool accident on the horizon.
     
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    #3 genik, Mar 31, 2014
    :D haha your funny and yes no floor jacks either!
     
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    #4 Dave.0, Mar 31, 2014
    You can use cinder blocks or a lot of bricks and some long 10x2's and build a set of ramps.

    I have also seen people pull over a pit and work from under the car.
     
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    #8 Friskie, Mar 31, 2014
    If you build your own ramps be sure to video the whole thing. Reality TV pays big bucks for videos with surprises. Otherwise try following Blimey Cabrio's instructions on how to lift a MINI with a 2X4.
    BlimeyCabrio » 2007 » April