Topsider Creeper (Over engine creeper)? Has anybody used one? thoughts?

[bigdaddy]

REL Stapleton Topsider Creeper, Model# 0-00019

I like working on cars/trucks and thought about getting something like this to help save my back while working on vehicles. Has anybody used/have one of these? Is it worth $260 (including shipping)?

Thanks,
Justin

 

[PAToyota]

Depends on how much time you actually spend in that kind of position. I know what you mean about your back having suffered from a herniated disc and pinched sciatic nerve. But I don't spend enough time actually hunched over an engine bay like that to make the price or storage space required for it worth it.

 

[wxm]

Depends on how much time you actually spend in that kind of position. I know what you mean about your back having suffered from a herniated disc and pinched sciatic nerve. But I don't spend enough time actually hunched over an engine bay like that to make the price or storage space required for it worth it.

Agree. I can't justify the price for my usage. Don't mean to hijack the thread. I am thinking to build one out of plywood that goes over the fenders. Anyone has any idea, suggestion?

 

[autobon7]

I have been looking at these as well but having a hard time parting with the money. It sure would make life easier when working at the firewall and/or in the center off the engine compartment. Seen one on CL in Ohio for $90 but that's 250 miles from me, wont be happening.

 

[Wile E Coyote]

The reviews on Northern Tool make that thing out to be the cat's meow Lots of pro's chimed in.
SO it's not whether its a good product, just if it's worth the expense and any storage hassles.

As far as a backyard wrench making a plywood one, I see that working out okay too, if done well enough. It could even be made adjustable for width. Pair it with a stepstool/stepladder.

 

[PAToyota]

The reviews on Northern Tool make that thing out to be the cat's meow Lots of pro's chimed in.

If I were a pro mechanic using it daily (or even a few times a week) it would definitely be on my list.