Frame Stiffing to reduce Porpoising?
Got a question for you seasoned drivers with older rigs. I have a 1999 F350 Dually Quad Cab Long Bed. I've been driving it for thousands of miles and for the most part, it's been fine. However, while ...
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Flame flexing to that degree is NOT okay in any sense. If not addressed, eventually you are going to find yourself sitting on the side of the road in a situation similar to that fellow on Facebook stuck in Mexico with a broken frame.
It's pretty clear that you're set in the course of action you're going to take. You would be wise to take action sooner rather than later.
Just know that, it is not a common solution so you're not likely to find anyone to give you the affirmation you seek. You are venturing into uncharted territory. Frames are commonly boxed for offroad vehicles and other custom applications so it's not unheard of, just not specifically for what you're doing. For sure, I don't think it will hurt. It just might not help.
Make sure you tell us how it works out for you.
It's pretty clear that you're set in the course of action you're going to take. You would be wise to take action sooner rather than later.
Just know that, it is not a common solution so you're not likely to find anyone to give you the affirmation you seek. You are venturing into uncharted territory. Frames are commonly boxed for offroad vehicles and other custom applications so it's not unheard of, just not specifically for what you're doing. For sure, I don't think it will hurt. It just might not help.
Make sure you tell us how it works out for you.
