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01-16-2011, 04:58 PM
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frame strenghtening
hpw would i go about doing this? i was kinda curious about boxing the frame like what the new 2011 silverados have, i just want a sturdier frame for hauling
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01-16-2011, 10:08 PM
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Re: frame strenghtening
Box it, and add triangulated cross braces. What are you hauling, a house or something?
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01-16-2011, 10:10 PM
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Re: frame strenghtening
its mostly gonna be used for haulin hay,livestock, farm equipment, etc.
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01-16-2011, 10:13 PM
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Re: frame strenghtening
Box it or do whatever you want, but. Check your state laws concerning weight restrictions. The factory gave your truck a gross weight rating, I don't think the law will allow you to haul any excess.
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01-16-2011, 10:17 PM
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Re: frame strenghtening
i know out here in colorado you can haul up to 26,001 pounds with a regular license, anything higher you need a cdl
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01-16-2011, 10:24 PM
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Re: frame strenghtening
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