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Old Jan 31, 2003 | 02:49 AM
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shortbox vs long box

I have noticed that our friends to the south seem to have a preference for short box pickups. Up here though the long box is far more prevalant. Personally I like the stocky look of the shortbox but I wonder if the longer wheelbase is better on snow or icey roads. Any comments?
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Old Jan 31, 2003 | 06:28 AM
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The long box is much more better in snow because it is much more easier to keep the truck sideways while playing in the snow.
 
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Old Feb 1, 2003 | 06:02 AM
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Short wheel base look really nice, but if you prefer keeping your fillings a long wheelbase makes for a more comfortable ride.
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Old Feb 2, 2003 | 11:01 PM
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and a snowmobile fits a lot better in a long box
 
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Old Feb 3, 2003 | 08:38 PM
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shortbox vs long box

Shorter wheel base is better in snow, mud and ice. That is why the military favours Jeeps (as is my understanding).
 
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