classic caravan show

[tomqvaxy]

since the producer is mostly an automobile enthusiast, i thought this thread the best to put here.



Q: on the title page, the caravan has braces which appear to go to the towbar. is this a stabilizing component, or would it over time compromise the structural integrity of the caravan?



thanks




youtu.be/f2ToDjhQGdk?si=IgyMZ8jyDND-sQzt

[Mustang]

Hi Tom,
The bars used between the caravan drawbar and the side of the tow vehicle towball are for stability. Never heard of them compromising the van. Our Walden has 4x bars & they certainly settle the van on an undulating surface.
Cheers
Mustang

[tomqvaxy]

thanks.

i'm still struggling with what components or construction methods allow "flex" (for lack of a better word) and which ones provide enough or not too much strength.