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Old 11-26-2022, 10:57 PM   #37 (permalink)
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Problem with ground clearance is you're always limited by wheel size. Once a control arm or pumpkin is dragging, that's about it. There's basically no getting around to ground clearance being limited to half the height of the tire, and a little less. Every inch added results in half the ground clearance gained.

Fluffy stuff can be pushed a bit. My buddy Craig with his custom made "Craig Chains" where he replaces the cross links with large diameter chain links can push quite a bit, but it piles up quickly and there's a limit, and clearing that limit takes a lot of effort.

Machines made to handle the snow float it, not penetrate it.

At this point in my life, I think I'm more about low ride height for efficiency and handling, and the right machine for when the snow accumulates. I don't yet have the right machine for accumulated snow.
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