It only takes two big guys like Toby Mosholder and Sport Truck's own Gary Blount to push the truck back onto its wheels. Notice how the truck immediately wants to flip over the other way because of its lack of suspension control. This is one good reason why your average 'bagged truck runs shock absorbers.
Matt tows his S-10 to more than 30 shows a year, putting on a hopping exhibition that always draws a crowd.
Once the nitrogen supply is connected and the 30-foot-long switch cord is extended, the fun is ready to begin. Take a good look at this truck because in a few minutes it will be beat up bad.
A pair of Optima batteries is wired in series to ensure a steady 24-volt supply to the solenoid valves and this off-the-shelf CCE 16-switch control box.
A hopper requires lots of support in the form of spare parts like airbags, solenoid valves, tools, and, of course-air!
Although the cab of this truck features a bitchin' billet steering wheel from AIM Industries and bucket seating from APC, we wouldn't recommend going for a ride.
Why does it seem that all hoppers that can really fly run wire wheels and small 14-inch tires? According to Matt, it's because of the inherent strength that comes with the design of the wheel and because the little tires would look weird on any other wheel. Look closely and you can see that although this wheel has taken a serious beating, it's still functioning properly. Matt also says that he runs air tubes inside of the 185/75R14 Firestone tires, so that when he lands from a really good bounce, the entire sidewall of the tire will compress, momentarily.