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Originally Posted by Begger
Anything ever come of this? Kinda been hoping for a run down of what this floor plan has to offer.
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Originally Posted by porthole
As far as what?
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Originally Posted by Begger
This is the quote I was referring to when I asked if anything ever came of your survey of 39DBRS’s.
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so ......
I don't remember the exact reason for that comment, but it probably relates to axle placement and fenders.
I only saw 2019 and 2017 39DBRS3's at the last two rallies, and none on the assembly line in Howe (was mostly toy haulers that day).
Axle placement was the same, as well as crudely cut fenders.
What I did see when comparing models:
The Houston is a longer, 3 axle version of the 39DBRS3.
From the rear edge of the entry door, the two trailers are identical going forward.
All the extra length (about 4') is from the door back.
I don't recall the weight difference, but the brochure lists a dry wight of 16,800 for the 39 and 19,700 for the Houston.
The Houston is 2,900 pounds heavier
GWR for the 39 is 21,000 - two 9,000 pound axles plus 3,000 for the pin.
GWR for the Houston is 24,000 - three 8,000 pound axles, no pin added.
Comparing the Houston to the 39.
The Houston front axle is located about where the rear axle is located on the 39.
Crude pictures but you get the idea.
Also, the angle of attack for the Houston is less since the rear axle is much closer to the rear cap, trailer hitch.