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Vman455 · 07-23-2012, 12:43 PM

Just glancing at your ideal specs, I don't think you'll make your weight target. For comparison, the 4-door 2011 Dakota weighs 4500-4800 lbs, and that's with a short bed that can't handle a 4x8 sheet, no batteries, and seating for 5.

07-23-2012, 12:43 PM	#6 (permalink)
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