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Old 06-17-2007, 11:44 AM
Wes Tausend Wes Tausend is offline
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In the original configuration, it seems the axles would tend to move away from one another from additional weight or bump stress, bending the leaf in a similar "s" manner to powered axle wrap-up on live axle setups in autos.

In a reverse "swap", the axles may have a tendency to "center" towards one another and if the tires ever touch at speed, may cause a significant braking action on one side only. An "idle roller" between the tires, or more practical, an upper traction link that prevents axle wrap could prevent this but may not be worth the trouble.

Just a thought.
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