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Carbon fiber is too expensive and time consuming for high production. Small parts can be mass produced using the FiberForge.com process. Mercedes and BMW are using this, as well as the US military.
Alulight tubing is stronger than steel and can be robotically welded. It has tested very well in crash tests and the US military is using it as armor on some of their combat vehicles.
It would lighten and strengthen the frame if only the ladder frame rails were replaced. This would still be economical and buyers would appreciate the quality.
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