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09-24-2020, 01:09 PM

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Maximum allowable lean angle prior to rolling over

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Posted By arctictraveller

Bear in mind that that van is static, on an even...

Bear in mind that that van is static, on an even surface, with no driver, and a stock center of gravity. Hitting a little bump, or dropping a wheel into a small depression while moving at that angle...

Forum: 4x4

06-29-2015, 11:28 AM

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Maximum allowable lean angle prior to rolling over

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Posted By arctictraveller

Re: Maximum allowable lean angle prior to rolling over

The only time I had the van on two wheels was when the trail gave way, but fortunately, it didn't roll over. Mrs A/T said I drove off the trail, but I've always insisted it was the trail, not me....

Forum: 4x4

06-28-2015, 08:40 PM

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Maximum allowable lean angle prior to rolling over

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Posted By arctictraveller

Re: Maximum allowable lean angle prior to rolling over

So while attending the North West Overland rally this weekend, this topic came up, and the instructor said your spotter should be watching your tire bulge. As the down hill tires get loaded up with...

Forum: 4x4

06-06-2015, 09:52 PM

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Maximum allowable lean angle prior to rolling over

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Posted By arctictraveller

Re: Maximum allowable lean angle prior to rolling over

That does sound conservative, but what do you base this on (for your van)? I'd love some hard numbers based on real world experience, but I realize that's not likely to happen, there are too many...

Forum: 4x4

06-05-2015, 09:39 PM

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Maximum allowable lean angle prior to rolling over

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Posted By arctictraveller

Re: Maximum allowable lean angle prior to rolling over

Carringb, That's amazing, where did you find that info? There is no way I would want to test those limits though.

Forum: 4x4

06-05-2015, 09:20 PM

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Maximum allowable lean angle prior to rolling over

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Posted By arctictraveller

Re: Maximum allowable lean angle prior to rolling over

I have a better idea. You go first and if you make it, I'll be right behind. But does that big ol diesel lower your center of gravity?

Forum: 4x4

06-05-2015, 11:23 AM

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Maximum allowable lean angle prior to rolling over

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Posted By arctictraveller

Maximum allowable lean angle prior to rolling over

Has anyone ever figured out how far off camber one can get prior to rolling over? No doubt it will depend a lot on the particular van, 2wd, 4wd, lift height, gas, diesel etc. I once had two wheels...

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