Hay Dude
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Not a dumb question. It would be much easier to install an air lift axle behind the drive axle.Dumb question. Could you lengthen the frame then install a tandem drive axle package from another truck? (Like that second picture above?) Jon
Someone made the comment that the air lift axle would reduce traction. I dont believe this would happen. I probably wouldn’t use the air lift axle “off road” when traction is needed. It would more likely be used over the road, to make truck legal. Actually, it’s barely needed, but thought it would add GCWR and assist with the problem of the 108” cab to axle issue and wanting a 16’ flatbed.
Air lift axles are relatively inexpensive. Used units are readily available