Car-Be-Que
When working to create the ultimate in high quality restorations, the key is access. Getting to those hard to reach underside sections or even an area that can cause personal back strain with time can be challenging. The fix: a vehicle rotisserie to help you strip, paint and assemble your vehicle.
While many folks may see these as a tool for only the high tech professional shop, the cost of a vehicle rotisserie has dropped significantly. Fact is, if you only do even one car, the benefits of investing in these systems is well worth it. What is even more interesting is that rotisserie systems for the home mechanic just aren’t that expensive. When you take in the doctor bills you’ll be avoiding by having easy access to the underside of your vehicle, it is well worth the cost. And if you plan to do any painting, a rotisserie that ensures easy viewing and total coverage is a terrific advantage.
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| This homebuilt rotisserie mounted to the body and allows for total 360-degree spinning of the car. | |
Automotive rotisseries come in a variety of types but those with more dolly wheels and heavier metal construction will obviously be worth the added cost for mobility and to avoid
having your car start to bend in the middle. Spend the money and buy a system that fits the job based on the weight of your vehicle. Note that different rotisseries grip the body in different ways. Some are designed for frame attachment while others bolt to the body. When ordering your rotisserie make certain it fits the vehicle you have in mind. Hand pumps for moving the vehicle around once in position are a good piece of optional equipment not present on all rotisserie tools.
