RE: Rear Bumpers

[pharmer <pharmer@domain.elided>]

Tom pondered:

> Close look says the end of the frame is open.  A piece of "C" channel is
> then welded across the back.. but not FULLY welded.. it's only welded at
> the top and bottom of the frame, not on the sides, and it's not FLUSH
> with the end of the frame rails.  This seems odd to me and rather weak
> compared to the front.. 
> 

What about drainage needs?  My scout isn't home right now, so I'd go look,
but I don't remember any holes on the bottom of the frame.  So, if water 
got in, it needs an easy way out, or it'll make a way out.  Could this be
the reason for such an open attachment?

Ken