Jack stand safety question

[Don]

Not implying these are better, same, or worse than others, but provides a reference point. I have seen jack stands made from stamped metal, which I would never use, just does not look sturdy or safe

http://www.harborfreight.com/automot...ck-stands.html

[CBattaglia]

Its safe as long as the base of the jack stand has a wide stance. The ones that look like a bottle jack suck and are not safe. I put mine up on all 4 often as well, I get rid of the jack to free up room to move around.

[Cobra 29]

Frequently I use two drive-on ramps to lift the front and then jack up the rear and hold it level with two jack stands on the rear frame. It nice to only jack up one end of the car.