Cabovers

Discussion in 'Trucks [ Eighteen Wheelers ]' started by Wildcat74, Apr 3, 2011.

  1. Pablo-UA

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    I used to drive '86 Volvo F10. First Volvo cabover with long leafwprings, and I'd say it rund not so smooth. Rought like old FLA. But Volvo cab is silent.
     
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    I have a 1984 scania 142 and that has 2 point cab suspension, compared to a 4 point suspended cab it's quite rough on bad roads also there is alot more vibration in comparison, I don't think anyone would buy a truck here with 2 point cab suspension
     
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    I have to agree. Just example of Mercedes Actros with V6 and V8 engines only.
     
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    what kind of springs parabolic or multi leaf
     
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    twin leaf.......
     
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    What is that used for?
     
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    fire truck for tunnels where tunnel is too narrow for turning vehicle truck can be driven in other direction

    it have front axles .....
     
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    Must have auto to aux box.

    Wouldn't know if you were coming or going.
     
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    See they do not know if they are coming or going.