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    I wonder how long they will stay in there?

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    I can't see the point of it.
    I have a 1972 Land Rover Series III Truck Cab/Pick-Up and a 1962 Land Rover Series 2a Carawagon Camper.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Fluffle-Valve View Post
    I can't see the point of it.
    The small motorcycle tires threaded in the tracks will help the excavator in very loose soil or in slick clay.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Frank S View Post
    The small motorcycle tires threaded in the tracks will help the excavator in very loose soil or in slick clay.
    ok. I assumed it was to minimize damage to asphalt!



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