Creeper

[1966chevelle]

Ok I did a quick search and didn’t really find anything about creepers. I finally got my shop built and am starting to fill it. I’m looking for a good heavy duty creeper. My brother has a snap on and it’s amazing but I really don’t have/want to spend $300 for a creeper. If I have to I guess I will but I’m wanting to find one comparable but for less money. What do you guys use and What is your favorite one make and model? Thanks

 

[flan]

Lisle Jeepers creepers. basic and tough. Replaceable wheels if needed.

 

[Bighead38]

I use a craftsman that converts to a seat which is awesome for detailing and brake jobs. Casters aren’t the best but I really like the seat conversion part of it.

 

[ford33]

There are several websites that rate creepers. Here is a link to one such site. All the sites recommend a few select creepers for the home shop.

I have the Craftsman creeper that allows the head to elevate. I don't like it. The wheels are too small and it does not move easily across the garage floor. Also when I get off of it, it runs over my fingers.

http://mycarneedsthis.com/the-best-creepers-for-automobiles/

 

[RedneckWelder]

Lisle Jeepers creepers plastic creeper. There is a regular and a big wheel version for rolling over cracks and airlines and such. Comfortable affordable durable and no frame to get in the way or exposed wheels

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[MrElectric03]

Check out the bone creeper, runs about $100 and is comfortable to lay on, low profile, no padding to rip or soak oil, and wheels roll over cracks nicely.

 

[rustyzman]

+1 on the Lisle Jeeper Creeper. The HF copy works well too and is about $20. One of the most comfortable creepers I have ever used, including the top end Snap on ones.

 

[cliftonbros89]

I have a Matco which is (or very similar to) the Lisle creeper. Not bad. Low profile. Easy to clean if it gets oily and dirty.


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[AMCguy]

On the link ford33 posted I have the Torin 4 position headrest creeper. Only mine is blue and it was a promo item from Chevron Oil.

I like it a lot but don't use it much these days since I have a lift.

When you compare these to the old angled steel caster wood creepers that will slice your fingers to the bone and won't rollover a power cord, the difference is night and day.

 

[bmwtinut]

I'll second the bone creeper. Spent about 5 hours on mine this weekend. Very comfortable

 

[Newell33]

I purchased a Bone creeper many years ago when they were first introduced. It lasted about 6 months before I rolled over some brake fluid. The rubber around the wheels deteriorated almost immediately, ruining how it rolled. Hopefully they’ve changed the rubber compound since then.

 

[CJM8515]

For what its worth I have found the plastic harbor freight creeper quite good. I have a really heavy duty craftsman thats all metal and I like the HF better

 

[okie18]

I've had the matco branded lisle creepers. You pay 100 vs 60 for the matco but if it breaks you can warranty it and get a replacement, so it justifies itself in the long run. I'd only ever used cheap creepers before, didn't know what I was missing with the higher end creepers. I was rolling across the whole shop with the matco because it was so smooth

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[AP514]

they do look good for $20 (the HF gray Low profile)

 

[DougMN]

For what its worth I have found the plastic harbor freight creeper quite good. I have a really heavy duty craftsman thats all metal and I like the HF better

The bolts loosen up on these and fall out causing the plastic to crack. I silicone the nuts on before I use it.

 

[AP514]

The bolts loosen up on these and fall out causing the plastic to crack. I silicone the nuts on before I use it.

or a drop of lock-tight...er...super glue

 

[CJM8515]

The bolts loosen up on these and fall out causing the plastic to crack. I silicone the nuts on before I use it.

Really? I haven’t had an issue so far and been using it for eons, but now I’m gonna go check it

 

[zbrown]

i just bought this "z creeper" off amazon and have no complaints so far. Seems to be very well built. I like that it folds into a chair as well, beats sitting on a 5 gallon bucket!
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GFZPNC8/?tag=atomicindus08-20

 

[fsae0607]

The Bone. So comfy, I napped on mine under a car once.

 

[Eslader]

For what its worth I have found the plastic harbor freight creeper quite good. I have a really heavy duty craftsman thats all metal and I like the HF better

Same. It's the most comfortable creeper I've ever had.

 

[Bighead38]

The Bone. So comfy, I napped on mine under a car once.

I’ve taken naps on my creeper as well. It’s relaxing after working for long hours. You get to a problem and can’t figure it out. Take a quick nap and wake up with a solution.

 

[F451]

I'm always having trouble when I'm trying to loosen tough nuts/bolts like suspension bits, always rolling around and having to try to find ways to wedge myself so I can get some leverage. Also they tend to scoot out on me when I try to get on or off. I guess I'm just a spas when it comes to creepers (we really need a new name for these, Lol), but perhaps I'll give my Bone another try as I've got a stalled project in the garage just waiting for the oil pan, motor mounts, steering rack, etc, etc, etc, to be re-installed.

Not looking forward to lying on a cold concrete floor and beat up and sore shoulder blades, back, hips, etc. (I really need a lift! Or more accurately, a garage that could fit a lift).

 

[Bighead38]

I'm always having trouble when I'm trying to loosen tough nuts/bolts like suspension bits, always rolling around and having to try to find ways to wedge myself so I can get some leverage. Also they tend to scoot out on me when I try to get on or off. I guess I'm just a spas when it comes to creepers (we really need a new name for these, Lol), but perhaps I'll give my Bone another try as I've got a stalled project in the garage just waiting for the oil pan, motor mounts, steering rack, etc, etc, etc, to be re-installed.

Not looking forward to lying on a cold concrete floor and beat up and sore shoulder blades, back, hips, etc. (I really need a lift! Or more accurately, a garage that could fit a lift).

Get a mat to lay down on. I have one store sold may and a couple I made from pipeline rock shield.

 

[F451]

Get a mat to lay down on. I have one store sold may and a couple I made from pipeline rock shield.

For sure. I normally put down a layer of cardboard and/or padded mats depending on how organized I am/how much time I have. But I find my old bones (57 going on 70) still manage to get beat up and sore and sometimes while I'm under there I end up on the concrete anyway because I'm too lazy or in a rush to re-position the cardboard or mats.

First world problem for sure though, I'm thankful I can afford the car project and tools to work on it. Just don't have the space for a proper lift which is what I would really like.

Anyway, thanks for the tip.

 

[JMartel]

Really? I haven’t had an issue so far and been using it for eons, but now I’m gonna go check it

Mine busted as well. Switched to their metal version and it's been good so far.

 

[autowrench]

I liked the Bone creeper for the large wheels that didn't stick in floor joints and rolled over small rocks and such. Ergonomic design was not such a benefit for me. Don't have any idea about wheel longevity.

 

[BearsFan315]

Been happy with my $15 Harbor Freight Creeper, been beating the **** out of the last 3+ years while rebuilding my 1929 and working on the moderns as needed. low profile, light weight, little recesses for tools and rolls nicely.

No complaints yet, does its job, and i have a hook on the wall WHEN i am not using it

 

[06switchback]

I have a King Crawler I love it I'm not on for a clean spotless shop and do some work outside this creeper has 4" casters it will roll over air hoses without a problem but doesn't sit much higher that a regular creeper but I wider witch normally isn't a problem

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[Slackerzinc]

The Bone is the best creeper I have ever owned

 

[1966chevelle]

Thank you all for the info. I will have to check out the bone creeper.

 

[RVDan]

I have the wide Snap On creeper. It's been great for twenty years. Kind of heavy though.

 

[Schurkey]

Skanky but dry old carpet is about the best there is. I gave up on creepers. I got tired of getting scalped when my hair got rolled-over by the wheels. I got tired of fighting to stay in one place when I pushed on a tool, and fighting to roll when the wheels caught on a flaw in, or a pebble on the concrete.

Screw creepers. Old carpet is wonderful. Short of old carpet, I'll use a sheet of cardboard.

When either one gets dirty or wet with oil or anti-freeze...throw it in the garbage can and get fresh stuff.




Work stools--the little chairs that make doing work on the brakes while the vehicle is on jack-stands easy? I put wheels under my old Crapsman top chest. Throw some often-used tools in the drawers, sit on the lid. I need a different socket, it's right under my ****. Stand up, grab the socket...or wrench...or whatever, and sit right back down 'n' go to work.

 

[jelk151]

I second the decision for the bone creeper but take a look at the bonester. We've had one for several years without any complaints, it rolls smooth and is tough to beat.

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[wardljc]

Now that I have a QuickJack, I'm looking for a creeper again. I threw out all of my old creepers because they were not practical. None of them were low enough to work on sports cars unless the car was under 4 jack stands.

There are a lot of new designs out there but they all seem too tall, built mostly for working on trucks, and too large, designed for the over 200lb class mechanic.

Now that I'm older, I find I have only so many "get-ups" off of the floor before I will be useless the next day. I saw the Human Hoist when it was in development that would be ideal for me. The 20V battery lifts it up to a chair and back down again, the target price was $1,000. The production model is out but sells for over $12k. Is anyone aware of any other electric ones out there?

 

[Hammer1963]

If you are happy with what you are used to, then I would spring for the same. It's a buy it once object for most people. If you live near Louisville, I would make you a hell of a deal on a Matco BMONLO . This creeper has larger wheels and a wider area to lay on. I have 2 of these and just need one.

 

[wardljc]

There are some new models by a startup called Creepex. However, I have not seen an independent review of any of them. YouTube has only promo videos from the company. The company website is sparse and not helpful. Does anyone have any experience with the Creepex products?
They go by these model names:
FastBack
Speedster
Bodyguard

The Bodyguard has a rollcage-like protective frame.

 

[InsanePyro]

Until it was stolen I had one of these http://www.cornwelltools.com/webcat...ell®-Heavy-Duty-Creeper-(Drop-Ship-Only).html

Most comfortable and large creeper I've ever used. Rolled over anything and I never felt like I was gonna fall off it

 

[evildky]

I converted to dog bone years ago myself, I had long hair and even in a ponytail I got caught in the wheels more than a few times, the dog bone fixed that problem as well as being able to roll over extension cords and small bits that always jammed up the traditional small wheel style creepers.

 

[wardljc]

Here is another model called the Kreepster. Does anyone have any experience with this product?
https://www.autogeek.net/kreepster-deluxe-creeper.html

 

[1966chevelle]

If you are happy with what you are used to, then I would spring for the same. It's a buy it once object for most people. If you live near Louisville, I would make you a hell of a deal on a Matco BMONLO . This creeper has larger wheels and a wider area to lay on. I have 2 of these and just need one.

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