"Pinch welds" refers to the raised edge or ridge on a vehicle's frame where the body panels are joined. These welds help hold the body panels together and provide strength and stability to the overall structure of the vehicle.
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when you remove wheels, place them under the rocker panels or
pinch weld seams so if the car falls, it won't fall on the ground.
It was installed under the door, not on
the pinch weld of the car.
They will help prevent damage to
the pinch welds on the car.
Unless you're feeling really lucky that day, just use
the pinch weld which he explains.
I'm guessing from the design of the top that they are never used on a car at
the pinch welds?
Jackstand points on that car should be placed on
the pinch welds near the door.
@cdunn I place a piece of hard rubber between the top and
the pinch welds.
I hope that video helps, and I suggest
the pinch welds, and suggest following his advice.
Be careful lifting on
the pinch weld of some vehicles as it can cave in and cause seriouse body damage.
Equipped with ride height adjustable airbags, this allows the chassis to lay rocker, putting
the pinch weld of the truck's body literally in the weeds.
The rails allow jacking anywhere along the rocker, which prevents damage to the rocker panel,
pinch welds, and rocker panel cover.