2012 - Volume #36, Issue #1, Page #38
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"Reinventing" The Floor Creeper
It rides on three 6-in. solid rubber caster wheels and measures 28 in. wide on front, narrowing to 12 in. wide on back. The operator lies comfortably on a vinyl-padded ergonomic backrest and a 4-position adjustable headrest.
But what really gives the creeper a unique look – and added safety – is the frame. It’s made from 1 1/2-in. black powder coated steel tubing, allowing the creeper to withstand the weight and impact of a falling vehicle. The frame can sustain a constant load of 30,000 lbs.
The creeper comes with wrist-activated brakes on the front wheels, a powerful 150 lumens cordless working light that clips onto the back part of the frame behind your head, and tool trays located on each side.
“It’s safer to use than any other floor creeper on the market and also provides extra comfort and maneuverability,” says Sieb. “The solid rubber tires provide shock absorption and a smooth ride when traveling over rough floors or uneven surfaces. In fact, the BodyGuard creeper is as stable as a tripod on uneven surfaces. The wrist-activated brakes make it easy to hold the creeper in place.”
While the BodyGuard is higher than a conventional creeper, you don’t need to raise the vehicle any higher than you do with a conventional floor creeper. “The creeper’s highest point is no higher than the tip of your nose when laying down on a conventional creeper,” says Sieb.
He adds that the BodyGuard’s frame can be custom painted to Deere or Caterpillar colors.
Three different models are available. All models come with a standing bumper that lets you store the creeper in an upright position.
The XT model comes with a non-adjustable backrest and headrest and no brakes, tool trays or light. The vinyl padding on it is available only in red. It sells for $949 including S&H. The XTpro includes all features, comes in black or white, and sells for $1,249 including S&H. The XTchrome includes all features and comes with a chrome-plated frame. It sells for $1,549 including S&H.
Contact: FARM SHOW Followup, Erik Sieb, Creepex (ph 877 273-3739; sales@creepex.com; www.creepex.com).
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