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it is not only the axle but 1/2 the load on that side of the truck and bumps combined with speed just amplifies the load on the chain. So normally the axle weight would be on the tires and the sprung weight of 8,000 pounds total would be shared among 4 points almost even. Now tie up one axle...

In an Emergancy it could be done. Chain up the blown wheel bearing hub or ? Flat to frame and drive slowly. On road I would not due. The deuce rear suspension balances the load between the rears. The spring pack is so heavy duty I doubt it springs much. Now with one axle tied that will generate...