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Old 07-31-2011, 12:17 PM   #1
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Why the hinge?
Just wondering why the rock guard has a hinge.
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duh...thanks for the quick response.
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Just wondering why the rock guard has a hinge.
So that you can also open the front window, should you want just fresh air.

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I think he's referring to the "segment protector" - not the front window stone shield.
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They both have hinges and for the same reasons.

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That's where you stash the stuff when smuggling.
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They can also be used as air brakes when you're heading downhill too fast.

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That's where you stash the stuff when smuggling.
I hope the border people don't see this. I'll have to open the damn things every time I cross the border to show them I don't have fruit stashed in there.

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