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*mrhino* · 02-20-2012, 09:58 PM

I see. with enough material around the bolt the clamping force over comes the sheer force. Like if you left it loose, it would be easier to break the bolts than if it were tightened. so i guess the big question is can the truck in a sudden stop situation create enough force to overcome the clamping force with the angle iron. that sound about right.

02-20-2012, 09:58 PM	#105
mrhino Account Suspended Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: USA Posts: 1,223	Re: Build #2 Crusader! I see. with enough material around the bolt the clamping force over comes the sheer force. Like if you left it loose, it would be easier to break the bolts than if it were tightened. so i guess the big question is can the truck in a sudden stop situation create enough force to overcome the clamping force with the angle iron. that sound about right.