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Naio
Explorer II
Feb 04, 2015

I was wrong about everything! (Suspension problems, part 2)

We went on an expedition into town today, and got some real data. First stop, the scale. My rig, loaded for travel, is only a hair under the GVWR. Like a case or two of water, or a full gas tank,...
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Naio
Explorer II
Feb 04, 2015
I had to google that. Didn't know air springs existed!

I am thinking and thinking about how to reduce weight. Does the compressor weigh much?

And I am looking for a local spring shop. Found a place that makes custom leaf springs :). Though they are not quite local...

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