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View Poll Results: Would you hire a hoist to work on your car?
Hell yeah, I'd rather DIY and know it's done properly 10 50.00%
Hell no, I'd rather leave it to the pro's and know it's done properly 1 5.00%
Screw renting, I'll just do it at home with ramps 9 45.00%
Voters: 20. You may not vote on this poll

 
 
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Old 24-08-2008, 04:32 PM   #1
Shounak
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Default Hoist hire

I'm sure many of us have drooled over this idea. Getting access to a hoist to do all your own car work.

With most lowered cars (especially Euro's with their hinged sump guards), it's very difficult to get the clearance to do a 2 second job like an oil change. It's even harder to have a look under the car for leaks.

Tranny oil changes (which are easy) become behemoth tasks that are best left to the professionals, to avoid the mess.

I found this site on the net. http://www.diyauto.com.au/services/

The guys rent out hoists for $21.50. I know I'd do a better job with my cars than any mechanic would.

Do any other places like this exist? Or is it possible to get hoist access anywhere?

Does anyone in Melbourne have a hoist they don't mind letting out for a fee or slabs?

I know most workshops probably wouldn't allow it for public liability reasons. Or even because it robs them off business. But it's one hell of an idea though.

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