"z4869375" > wrote in message
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> On Sat, 16 Oct 2004 16:31:05 GMT, "Seth"
> > wrote:
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>>"z4869375" > wrote in message
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>>> Ultimately I want to do my own oil changes, so I need to jack up the
>>> car, then place the jack stands underneath.
>>
>>Wouldn't it be easier to just get a set of $20 ramps? You don't need the
>>tires off the ground for an oil change.
>>
>>I use ramps for anything the tires don't need to be off the ground for. I
>>use my jack for changing tires, doing brakes, stuff like that.
>>
>>Right tool for the right job.
>
> Actually ramps do sound like a better idea since they are safer. When
> I looked at ramps, I thought I would have problems getting my car up
> them (RSX-S) since I believe its slightly lower than other Hondas.

I believe I've seen different height and length ramps. Just get a long low
set and you should be able to drive right up.