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Old 08-13-07, 10:01 AM   #62 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by cajun65 View Post
What keeps some of you 40 drivers from going long distance in them? I don't mean expedition type drives, but 2-5 hour runs? What are the pros/cons/problems? Just wondering.
I really don't have a huge problem going 2-3 hours in it. It's only that I haven't taken the rig out except on short trips. I am somewhat concerned of its ability to function on the highway at such revolutions/minute, cool itself etc.. I'd do it if I had someone w/ me / behind me if I got in a bind. Personally, they just weren't built to go 70mph for 2 hours at a time. Therefore, I'd end up going 55mph or so...that sucks. I'd do the Holly beach thing w/o hesitation.

Having said that, even if I had an 80 or an FJC, I'd still worry about being stranded if I broke something on the trail.

Theriot's rig has proven itself reliable to him.. and I know he'll put his $.02 in but I don't have Theriot's rig.


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