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Old 08-06-2017, 05:24 PM
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Default Re: 6X6 Quarry Dump Truck

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Originally Posted by TRUCKMAKER View Post
Yes it is and I can't read the rpm on the motor tag, not sure what this was. I'm going to wait until I see what it does loaded but will probably change it for a slower motor/planetary combo. It's the same motor that's always been in it, the simple difference is between the threaded rod that was in there vs. the lead screw I upgraded to.
Yes it makes a huge difference. I run ACME thread in all of my truck boxes to match up with the motor rpm for a decent speed vs power. The trailers I use course SAE thread for the same reason. Gotta mix and match to get it right I guess!lol
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