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Old 12-09-2005, 07:16 PM
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Topside Creeper

I know quite a few people here work on their own, or others vehicles (some professionally even). I've had the Topside Creeper for a month now and it is hands down the BEST tool I've bought in a long time. Easy to reach 3rd gen fuel filter. Give me the angle to change a 24 valve cam sensor in 3 to 5 minutes. Great for getting at lift pumps and changing injection pumps. Best part...NO sore knees, no bent condensor fins. I would seriously think about getting one if you find yourself "wrenching" professionally or quite often at home.
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Sounds interesting. Any pics or links?
Old 12-09-2005, 07:50 PM
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I use an old milk crate. Just the right height, if you are 6'1".
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http://www.relproducts.com/topside.htm

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That would be the one Shovelhead. Adjusts WAY high, plus the legs on the "A" adjust to bend the pad from the position shown, to a tilted down position. Changed the fuel filter on a 3rd gen with a 6" lift yesterday. Made life really easy on that one!
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Looks like quite a rig. But a five gallon pale of oil is cheaper and comes with oil.
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That is awesome, whats the price on that thing?
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hmmmmmmm a replacement for my milk crate???? what will they think of next......................
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Have one in the shop for the last three years , works great on 4x4 Dodge VP44 change overs.
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That thing is really cool. Does it collapse for storage?
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Where can I get one?
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http://www.northerntool.com/webapp/w...57638&R=357638
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milk crate if i have an empty one floating around, if not, i have a rubbermade step which works well, or i just step on the bumper and work from there [the condensor guard i have works well to keep me from smashing it up
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Originally Posted by Geico266
I use an old milk crate. Just the right height, if you are 6'1".
yup, thats what i use. its a lot cheaper. LOL. and im 6'3''
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I used a 2-step ladder when I changed out the lift pump. Can't repeat all the expletives I spouted every time I leaned into the engine compartment and the stupid thing shot out from under me leaving me dangling in the air !!

I would've loved to have on of these topside deals.

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