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Hi - Anyone know the ground clearance of a 30' Breakaway? I'd be trying to put it down my driveway, it's fairly steep coming off the street.
I'm afraid of high centering.
Thanks - Ric
 
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I think you have more to worry about the rear over hang rather than high centering. It all depends on the radius or transition rate.

The wheel base is fairly short, but the over hang is 10 feet.

Any chance of taking this entry or exit at a good angle?

Pictures?


Ed
94 30' Breakaway #3864
30-BS-6B side entry
New Cummins 5.9L, 375+ HP
Allison 6 speed
Spartan chassis
K9DVC
Tankless water heater
 
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I made a very good impression at my in-laws house when I got hung up going into their driveway and putting a gouge in the asphalt at the same time. I had to put 2x12s under the rear wheels, drive it onto them, a task which did not come about very easily. Then I removed the trailer hitch and got it free. A real good showing all in all.

The overhang is definitely the real problem. If you find a solution please post it on this site.


Lance & Sue Walton
Previous owner of a
1993 38ft Regency
Cummins 6CTA8.3 300HP
Allison MD3060 Transmission
Spartan Chassis
Loveland, CO
 
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Good Point, MW. I'll have to take some measurements & pics.

Lance - Sounds like more fun than I want to have. Cool
 
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