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Old 12-02-2009, 10:46 AM   #11
Motor31
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GVW is a factor of several items to include the body style, frame, brakes, wheels axles, transmission, rear end ratio, engine size and so on. Whichever is the "weakest link" determines the rating. Many of the components are the same through the models so the frame might be plenty strong but another item like brake size or style might cut the package short on the rating.
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