Split vs Bay Single Cab

[rustednuggs]

Hello - A few historic questions on the Split vs Bay single cabs.

Why so many Split SC's around vs Bay SC's? Seems like I see a lot more splits.

Are double door treasure chests more desired over a single treasure chest door?

Just curious overall about the split vs bay single cabs SC's.

Thanks,
Rustednuggs

[kkjellquist]

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chicken_tax
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[rustednuggs]

Yep the good ol' chicken tax. So maybe the Bay SC's are more rare? idk...

Thanks!

Rustednuggs

[jtauxe]

Although it is not a split/bay distinction, as both model were available with single or double storage compartment doors, I would think that double doors are more desirable. It's a big space down there, and having access to both sides is definitely better than just one side. I can imagine no situation in which I would prefer just one door.

As for other differences, the split and bay window trucks (single and double cabs) have essentially all the main differences that other buses have.
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[rustednuggs]

Cool thanks!

Rustednuggs

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