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Isn't this a no no ?
The weld across the top edge of draw bar to the front lower edge of trailer tub.
The weld across the top edge of draw bar to the front lower edge of trailer tub.
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NS SWB X 3.2DiD - Factory locker, Hella spotties, GME UHF, 2" lift
Retired: 1991 NH SWB 3.0L V6 5sp Manual, Mickey Thompson ATZs, GME UHF TX3200. -
I,ve seen where it is said to be a no-no. My camper is not welded like that....
Dicko. FNQ
2014 NW with all the usual stuff plus more.
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It is frowned upon structurally but in real life on sealed roads it probably will have zero issues. Offroad on dirt and corrugations I reckon it would start to fatigue and fail at that point over time.SOLD
2004 NP 3.2 auto
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2014 Ranger XLT autoComment
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It's generally considered bad practice but, according to the engeneers at the crane manufacturer/repairer if certain engineering requirements are followed.Silver NT VRX Di-D
ARB bullbar | snorkel | Bushskinz & Boo’s guards | UltraGauge MX | 2" lift | Cooper AT3 LT's | dual battery | Superwinch X9 | 80ltr diesel tank | 22ltr water tank | aux trans cooler | MM Lockup Mate | GME UHF | locker/TC mod | SPV EGR | rear LED work light | rhino platform | ARB awning | rear drawers ... & plenty of scratches
My Build Thread - HERE
Previously - NL Pajero (now owned by Forum member 'Gemster')Comment
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In nsw it was a requirement on home made trailers.
I used silicon weld to keep the guy doing the roadworthy happy.NS Pajero, with stuff.Comment
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I am a retired Boilermaker Welder, and I would NEVER lay down that weld.
I do however believe it should be sealed to keep the moisture out, so seal it with silicon. These days there are many colours available if your that keen.
Steve2009 NT VRX, Rear Battery Pack, 18" Bridgestone D-697, SPVi EGR mod, BushSkinz Intercooler & Sump Plates. BOO's Transmission & Transfer Case Plates. GME 3550, HID HB's and 22"LED Bar, Pioneer Avic F80DAB Audio/Coms/Nav system MM4x4 TC Lockup Mate. & 1/2 tank of Diesel
Pretty Stock but very Capable
Wish List: ARB Deluxe Bar & Winch, Snorkel, Diff Breathers, & 1/2 tank of DieselComment
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