overhead creepers

[BigDaveZJ]

The more I work on my F250, the more I want one of these. What are you guys using that you like? I also need one that's . . . . strong. I'm 6'5" and reaching into that engine bay is a PITA, but I also weigh in upwards of 300lbs so something durable is a must.

 

[Strouty]

You mean like the topside creeper?

I have one, it works well, I am 6' about 300 pounds. It is much better in some ways and much worse in others. It puts a lot of stress on your knees, I have seen people modifying them so you actually lay down with your legs supported. I agree that would be the most comfortable position for sure. Mine will allow me to work on my cat engine in my freightliner.

 

[BigDaveZJ]

That's what I was thinking, one where I could fully lay down. I've almost hyper extended my knees on multiple occasions using a small step stool to get easier access to the engine bay.

 

[Strouty]

That's what I was thinking, one where I could fully lay down. I've almost hyper extended my knees on multiple occasions using a small step stool to get easier access to the engine bay.

That is the same feeling you get with the topside. It is easy to modify, some people were using wood, others have done fancy fold out things. After doing head gaskets on a few of my trucks I was done standing on milk crates and feeling like your knees were on fire.