I HEARD AIRBAGS CAUSE DUAL CAB UTES TO BEND
This is a common misconception and one that is often spouted when the subject of bent dualcabs appears on social media . The truth is , there are plenty of examples of bent dual-cabs both with and without airbags fitted . That said , I do believe airbags are not completely without blame .
The primary reason owners of dual-cab utes fit airbags to their suspension is to prevent the OEM suspension from sagging under load . This lulls them into a false belief their vehicle can now carry more weight than it was originally designed for . Adding more gear only serves to exacerbate the underlying issue .
SO WHAT ’ S THE SOLUTION ?
Let ’ s look at a third-class lever and how you improve its efficiency . You can do that by either moving the load closer to the fulcrum or you move the force out closer to the load . Applying that theory to our ute means we either move the load closer to the front of the vehicle or we extend the chassis so the wheels are located in the middle of the tray .
Extending the chassis is an expensive exercise that also comes with its own complications . If that ’ s not a solution for you , here are our six recommendations to avoid bending your dual cab ute :
This is a well-designed canopy , with the heavy fridge placed forward over the wheels .
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