Saturday, Sep 06, 2014 at 11:51
With apologies to the OP. I must disagree with with the follow up.
A good offroad van does not "need to be upgraded in every area of
construction..etc". Nor does it need to have independent
suspension.
Last year I towed my Gazal 'offroad" van from
Bourke to
Meekatharra on 90% dirt roads, 70% of that corrugated.
Upgrades ?? None. Leaf springs ?..yes. Shocks ?..none.
Damage sustained..? None. Dust problems..none.
Just thorough preparation, no unnecessary weight & driven at speed
to suit the conditions.
Nothing flash about the tug either..stock petrol Jackaroo..both units
15 years old.
Tight old sod..you betcha..but we can cross Oz with a $30K rig with
no upgrades ,safely & happily.
In the interest of accuracy,I must admit to having A Stone Stomper
fitted...cheers...oldbaz.
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