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Originally Posted by Nuts
Tires will push pull and drag their way past most obstacles,and a body or fat cage is like dropping anchor. Full width axles will earn their place by keeping you stable,while a wide cage doesn't do anything that a skinny cage can't.
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I agree. After driving Todds single seater, I have seen first hand that having a narrow body can be an advantage sneaking through the woods or around rocks. I have yet to see anything glide through the Lions Den like it would. Thats not to say I wouldnt' mind slightly narrower axles but I'm gonna stick with what I have for now. Budget is an issue with this build so I'm willing to sacrafice on width for now to get on the trail sooner. On the plus side at 89"s wide in the front and only 66"s tall I'm gonna be about as stable as one can be in off camber situations. If you're following me be secure in knowing that if I fit through most anything will.
Width was not the deciding factor for me. I could sneak suspension seats in width wise. The bigger issue is putting one over the transfercase. It wouldn't safely fit without raising the roof or stretching the passenger compartment. Neither of which I was willing to do.