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Originally Posted by Tommy
It may depend on the manufacturer (assuming you're speaking of a replica rather than an original). My Everett-Morrison has a very rigid frame and stout body. I see no signs of flex when jacking a corner.
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I agree with Tommy - but if your body has very close body panel fit with minimal gaps (like 3/32 inch or less) it might be a good idea to open the door when lifting one corner.
I have several floor lifts and a couple of old cars - I've developed a habit of never lifting one corner of a car. I always use 2 jacks to lift either one side (jack front and rear) or the entire front or back (jack on both sides of car). Some cars you can get a jack under the differential and lift the entire rear with that. This may be an over-precaution on some newer cars and a lot of reproduction Cobras have very stiff frames - but it can't hurt to take some extra care.