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Registered: 11-01-09
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I know that planes have less air in their landing wheels to make for a softer land when they hit the runway, but lets say you had to cross a broken bridge with your car (assuming there is a slight incline on the side you start on) could you jump it and land safely without damaging the axel by releasing some air from the tires before jumping?
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