Abstract: An adjustable apparatus and method for aiding a mechanic or repairman in his task to repair a motor vehicle engine is disclosed. This invention has a lower support means having a plurality of wheels therebelow; an intermediate support means for adjusting vertical position; and an upper support means removably attached to the intermediate support means and generally parallel to the lower support means for supporting the mechanic in conveniently and efficiently performing his tasks proximately above the engine. The invention further has at least a pair of removable angularly extending member means having a plurality of struts attached therebetween for allowing the repairman to ascend onto the upper support means and pad means removably mounted on a mechanic support rested on a generally u-shaped brace member of the upper support means. For further stability and support, the lower support means may have at least a pair of elongated members having end portions outwardly flared.