Actually duels were common with the single axle because it helped a little with bouncing. The tandem axles also reduces the bounce or hop while bladding, Another reason was rubber during war time was in high demand and low supply so anything that could be adapted was a plus. Farming industries and municipalities were allotted only do much rubber and adapting farm truck wheels was common sight.
1944 Adams Model 311
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My 1944 Adams Model 311
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