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Old 05-13-08, 03:12 PM   #62
sleeoffroad
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Originally Posted by Kneel View Post
Looks great, Christo...but I do have one minor recommendation.

Flip the door struts on the swing out tire carrier and jerry can basket. Road filth is is gonna collect back there like a mofo, especially when it rains or subjected to a northeast winter. Having the piston up hill is gonna cause that grime to accumulate at the base of the piston, pushing it into the body every time you you swing them out. That will accelerate wear at the seal and lead to possible premature failure. Turn the body uphill, not so much...
I will see what they are like when the customer returns from Alaska. We are also looking at ones with covers over the shaft. Might change to those if these turn out not to last.


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