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Think about it a moment John. When did the 3+3 crew cabs appear? 1973. When was the tank moved. 1973.

When was the last time any major company redesigned something purely from a safety standpoint, unless forced by gov regulations (especially in the era we're talking about?). Airbags had been know for years to be life saving. They didn't appear until mandated. No John, safety was not the issue. You of all people shouldn't be deluded by this fallicy. As a matter of fact the location the tank was placed in 1973 became a saftey issue.

As for your touching and dramatic example, I can see why you feel the way you do. I would too. But that is one isolated example of which there are an equal number of horror stories for other designs as well. Which makes it an opinion as well. As I alluded to, the relocation caused many deaths as well, and was the subject of many studies. Also if I'd been trapped in a vehicle under water and drowning I'd probably feel they should be made with breakaway glass, or escape hatches or such.

I don't think you can win this argument on your example. But I am glad you survived to share your opinion.