Working on engine- what do you stand on?

[ExplorerTom]

So while doing my spark plugs I was standing on a Home Depot bucket. It worked well except for the plugs near the firewall. With me leaning over the engine, the bucket would tend to slide out. At the end, the bucket wasn't even round anymore- it was kind of squished. The more squished it got, the easier it was to slide.

Does anyone else have this problem?

I was thinking of building something to stand on. A step stool. But wider.

 

[Bedrck47]

I normally stand on my feet But a step ladder does help or anything that doesn't slide away

 

[tedennis]

I just did mine and a 2-step ladder worked great. Only used bottom step but im 6-4. Didnt slide at all.

 

[stamp11127]

I use a longer version of this:
http://www.harborfreight.com/step-stool-working-platform-66911.html

 

[CertusExpo]

This is what I use.

http://www.ebay.com/bhp/tire-step

 

[Mediamonkey11]

The ground. 6'7" Ftw *mic dropped*

 

[CertusExpo]

The ground. 6'7" Ftw *mic dropped*

LOL!

6'2" and the lower back takes a hit

 

[GAINMOB]

step stool

 

[reece146]

I use a longer version of this:
Step Stool/Working Platform

Same, the Princess Auto version:

20 in. Aluminum Work Platform | Princess Auto

 

[slhanks4]

Same, the Princess Auto version:

20 in. Aluminum Work Platform | Princess Auto

I found something similar at Costco that I use.

 

[Habbibie]

I just stand at the sides when doing the plugs, if I gotta reach deep in the center I just hop on the motor and either sit on it or kneel on top of it. But being 6'5" I can reach about 90% of the engine bay

 

[JNT1]

I'm a big fan of the tire step. Unlike a latter or stool it can't slide out from under you.

Joe

 

[mr49erguy]

Axion Topside Creeper

I use an Axion Topside Creeper . . .

Amazon.com: Traxion 3-100-FFP Foldable Topside Creeper: Automotive

It is fantastic for changing plugs or getting behind the throttle body on my 1998 Eddie Bauer.

 

[whitelightning99]

my spare tire works for me

 

[1955moose]

I use a plastic 12 inch step, that I bought at an ace hardware. I'm 6'2 330 lbs. it holds my fat carcass. I believe a 2 foot one is also available. Problem is you can't make any crazy moves on it. The ones that go over tire are safest, but you might scratch wheel. Put a blanket over wheel first.


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[98EXPY 5-0]

I'm 6'3" but I've always wanted one of those topside creepers. My driveway is slanted, so I park the truck with the front tires on the street to sort of "tip" the truck forward. I've also used ramps under the rear wheels to do the same thing. Not a HUGE difference, but it helps. My issue leaning over the front is the hood latch digs into my gut. When I had a push bar on the front, I wrapped a pad around the flat cross piece and knealed on it.

 

[Want3d]

A cinder block works for me .

 

[gixer2000]

I use a milk crate

 

[joethefordguy]

5' 8" and shrinking. i use a step ladder and an adjustable scaffold to hold all my shit so I don't have to keep going up and down for whatever.

 

[Black]

Step ladder with tray

Delxo Folding Steel 3-Step Stool Ladder Tool Equipment for Indoor, Outdoor with Soft Handgrip Anti-Slip Widen Pedals Safe Metal Lock Design 330lbs Capacity https://www.amazon.com/dp/B075DBHC4V/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_f3NBDb167HG1N