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[Tafty]

Completed the bearing changeout today on my F/N/S wheel and had a nearly life changing event whilst doing it.

The blummin axle stand I was using (with the tyre and bearing off and just the shaft visible) pinged under the weight of the car and did this to the Axle stand (I only purchased them 2 weeks ago!!!!) ....



to say I nearly followed through was an understatement as I was lying length ways to the car.  Luckily had the foresight to have the jack still in place and the tyre underneath the sill - safety conscious - now I know the reasons why

Anyhow  to the question.... during this bearing escapade I managed to snap the bleed nipple off the caliper when I had finished with putting it back together.  I will be able to extract the threaded part from the caliper - but have to wait 4 days for VX to get one in   - have manged to dig one out from the spares I have in the shed from my old P reg Vectra spares I still have. So before I remove it and possibly render my car useless for 4 days for an Omega spare from the stealers - is it likely to be identical threads/length etc or are they different per model?

[TheBoy]

I soiled my pants just reading it  

I would imagine the threads are the same, but do not know. Sorry.

[Markie]

two weeks old - id be wrapping them round the neck of the seller....

[Tafty]

two weeks old - id be wrapping them round the neck of the seller....

Am going to tomorrow    Though thinking twice about getting anything for the car from Argos again

Here's me thinking I was being sensible with the cash flow

[Kevin Wood]

 

That is NOT what you want ot happen to an axle stand! I would be writing a strongly worded letter with pictures enclosed to the supplier and manufacturer and possibly informing trading standards. Just glad you're OK. Best get yourself a stiff drink, I reckon!

Are you talking about just changing the bleed nipple from the veccy caliper or the whole caliper?

If it's just the bleed nipple they are bound to be the same.

No idea regarding the whole caliper though.

Kevin

[Kevin Wood]

That's handy! Just noticed they put their address on the stand so you know where to send the snottogram.

If I ever feel the need for more axle stands I know what NOT to buy!

Kevin

[Craig_R]

OMG   that is terrible I would be having words and be geting some compensation for a new pair of underpants

[Tafty]

That is NOT what you want ot happen to an axle stand! I would be writing a strongly worded letter with pictures enclosed to the supplier and manufacturer and possibly informing trading standards. Just glad you're OK. Best get yourself a stiff drink, I reckon!

Are you talking about just changing the bleed nipple from the veccy caliper or the whole caliper?

If it's just the bleed nipple they are bound to be the same.

No idea regarding the whole caliper though.

Kevin

Will be dealing with them tomorrow regarding the stand - just goes to show that you can't trust new gear is going to safe and that the extra precautions are always beneficial. I was using that stand on Tuesday to prop the car up whilst I adjusted the handbrake too!!!!!

I just want to swap the bleed nipple over from the Vectra caliper to the Omega - doesn't make economical sense to have different designs of bleed nipple across the car range - so think you maybe right

Anyhow -

[Tafty]

That's handy! Just noticed they put their address on the stand so you know where to send the snottogram.

If I ever feel the need for more axle stands I know what NOT to buy!

Kevin

The main reason for posting the pic to be honest as a warning for others on here - they seem reasonably priced and do the job I suppose (that's if they don't break whilst being used ) but will be investing in a more substantial setup before going back under the car!!!

[The Barge Captain]

That was a lucky escape mate.  Having seen that, solid welded joints are the thing to look out for in future,.

[Dave-C]

Completed the bearing changeout today on my F/N/S wheel and had a nearly life changing event whilst doing it.

The blummin axle stand I was using (with the tyre and bearing off and just the shaft visible) pinged under the weight of the car and did this to the Axle stand (I only purchased them 2 weeks ago!!!!) ....



to say I nearly followed through was an understatement as I was lying length ways to the car.  Luckily had the foresight to have the jack still in place and the tyre underneath the sill - safety conscious - now I know the reasons why

Anyhow  to the question.... during this bearing escapade I managed to snap the bleed nipple off the caliper when I had finished with putting it back together.  I will be able to extract the threaded part from the caliper - but have to wait 4 days for VX to get one in   - have manged to dig one out from the spares I have in the shed from my old P reg Vectra spares I still have. So before I remove it and possibly render my car useless for 4 days for an Omega spare from the stealers - is it likely to be identical threads/length etc or are they different per model?

I notice the address is on the stand,  send them a copy with your constructive complaint....  this maybe a cause for a recall... they may even thank you....  I would if I was Mr Hilka....

DC

[Danny]

so dont buy axel stands imported from Surrey!

[Tafty]

Completed the bearing changeout today on my F/N/S wheel and had a nearly life changing event whilst doing it.

The blummin axle stand I was using (with the tyre and bearing off and just the shaft visible) pinged under the weight of the car and did this to the Axle stand (I only purchased them 2 weeks ago!!!!) ....



to say I nearly followed through was an understatement as I was lying length ways to the car.  Luckily had the foresight to have the jack still in place and the tyre underneath the sill - safety conscious - now I know the reasons why

Anyhow  to the question.... during this bearing escapade I managed to snap the bleed nipple off the caliper when I had finished with putting it back together.  I will be able to extract the threaded part from the caliper - but have to wait 4 days for VX to get one in   - have manged to dig one out from the spares I have in the shed from my old P reg Vectra spares I still have. So before I remove it and possibly render my car useless for 4 days for an Omega spare from the stealers - is it likely to be identical threads/length etc or are they different per model?

I notice the address is on the stand,  send them a copy with your constructive complaint....  this maybe a cause for a recall... they may even thank you....  I would if I was Mr Hilka....

DC

Here's my list of companies that my really polite snotty letter is going to: Argos HQ; Hilka Imports (as per label); trading standards and the RAC since they endorse these stands as theirs Should be interesting what type of response I get. Will keep you all posted on any updates. Cheers for the support chaps  

[Tafty]

so dont buy axel stands imported from Surrey!

never a truer word said  

[tunnie]

Its my biggest fear when working with cars, having the stands go.

Looking at those stands, it seams to be a kak design, why work on hinges?? - Take them back and give them what for!

Touch wood, the 2 tonne stands from machine mart have been good.