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Regulations of Connecticut State Agencies (Last Updated: June 14,2023) |
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Title14 Motor Vehicles. Use of the Highway by Vehicles. Gasoline |
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SubTitle14-275a-1_14-275a-87. Minimum Requirements for Type II (Type 2) School Bus Construction and Equipment |
Sec.14-275a-80. Wheel housings
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(a) The wheel housing opening shall allow easy access for tire removal and service.
(b) Wheel housings shall be attached to the floor sheets in such a manner so as to prevent any dust, water or fumes from entering the body. Wheel housings shall be constructed of at least sixteen (16) gauge steel.
(c) The inside height of the wheel housing above the floor-line shall not exceed twelve inches (12 inches).
(d) The wheel housing shall provide clearance for installation and use of tire chains on single and dual (if so equipped) power driving wheels.
(e) No part of a raised wheel housing shall extend into the emergency door opening.
(Adopted effective May 2, 2007)