OT: Stools and Pneumatic Creepers

Jav · 09-06-01, 10:15

After many years of poor body posture / mechanics from working on my cars, trucks, boat, and just about everything else around the house, my back has finally started to let me know that it doesn't like the constant bending, etc.. So, in order to help relieve the problem, I'm interested if any of you have tried any of the pneumatic detailing stools like the pic from Griots. I've been trying to improve my body posture during detailing, but you know how it goes,,,,,its tuff to teach an old dog new tricks.

Good thing my garage doesn't fall under the OSHA ergonomic standard....lol. Please, any feedback or suggestions you may have on different types of stools, or your opinion on if they are any good, worth the money, would be very, very helpful. As always, thanks in advance.

Jav · 09-08-01, 03:32

Anybody use a stool?

SteveL · 09-08-01, 07:01

I use one when I'm working with 3M FI2 or some other product that will keep me in one spot for a while. I've got an old comercial office step stool that has wheels and ends up being just about the right height. I've thought about getting one of the pnuematic stools like you show, but have chosen to spend the money on other stuff for now. I'll try to post a phot of mine in a couple of days. Just got done refinishing it. Also made a small tool creeper that I can pull around with me.

09-09-01, 01:37

Griot's had some pretty cool stools on their site. I just use kneepads with the plastic guards for when I'm working down low. I just slide around on 'em.

darbh · 09-09-01, 02:33

beau -- you know, you are openning yourself up to some good ribbing by telling us you go around with knee pads on

Re: wheeled stools. I bought one of these. If you go on the net there are MANY models. There are even models with a drawer and a shelf under the drawer. There is a model with a swing out shelf.

I bought a simple one from Griot's before I knew of the fancy ones. It's great. I would not be without it. Buy one!

Now, if I am working in my driveway, which is narrow, the wheeled stool does not work, because there is grass on each side of this narrow drive way the the stools wheels don't work well on grass. So, I bought an Ames Lawn Buddy for about $28 -- it's now on sale at Home Deport for $19.95 (!). It has big, fat wheels, so it does fine in dirt and on grass.

These aides last a long time and are well worth the money.

SteveL · 09-09-01, 12:07

Sorry, not the best quality, but it does show my step stool and tool creeper. The creeper cost all of $6 for some casters. I had the chrome drawer pulls and the plywood laying around the shop. I also plan on making a small cushion to go on the top step so my butt doesn't get too sore.

tom p. · 09-09-01, 01:25

from Whiteside. Whiteside is the OEM for Griot's and numerous other tool companies. They have many cool seats and creepers.

http://www.whitesidemfg.com/product_frame.htm

emanon · 09-09-01, 08:06

I love that creeper tom p.. Such a slick concept

Cybercowboy · 09-09-01, 08:58

Since I'm wasting my Sunday evening, do you have any dynamic GIF's of a really cool step ladder. I'm tall, but Navigators, minivans, and Expeditions give me all I want. Just wondering.

Cybercowboy · 09-09-01, 09:05

in my search for a ladder.

darbh · 09-10-01, 01:53

SteveL - does that step stool roll around on wheels, until you step on it, then the wheels retract? Where did you buy it. Thanks in advance.

tom p. · 09-10-01, 06:42

Quote:

Originally posted by Cybercowboy
Since I'm wasting my Sunday evening, do you have any dynamic GIF's of a really cool step ladder. I'm tall, but Navigators, minivans, and Expeditions give me all I want. Just wondering.

Here ya go:

from Griot's Garage for $140.

THIS GERMAN MADE PLATFORM PROVIDES YOU WITH A SAFE & STABLE HEIGHT IN ALL WORKING SITUATIONS

Finding it hard to wax the top of your car or SUV? How about loading all of your gear on the top of the Suburban? Want a stable platform to do just about anything safely? In times like these I grab this German made, 18 1/2" high, sturdy platform. Made of strong, lightweight aluminum, this platform can support up to 330 pounds yet weighs only 16 1/2 pounds. The legs fold out and lock into place with two very secure swing-style levers painted in "high visibility" red. The large 12" wide by 40" long, non-skid surface gives you plenty of room to move around on. This platform increases your reach in a totally stable and safe manner. So versatile you can even use it on steps! When you're done, simply fold up the legs and store it in a closet or cabinet. Closed dimensions are 16" x 40 1/2" by 7" thick. A wonderful item no garage or detail maniac should be without. Made for you in Germany. Add $10.00 to normal shipping charges.

P/N 91544