Doesn't look excessive to me.
Actually you're right... 54x18 or thereabouts, just under 79".
That 54 looked massive, and the 18 looks small. But that chunky stay and chain angle is what gives the effect.
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Actually you're right... 54x18 or thereabouts, just under 79".
That 54 looked massive, and the 18 looks small. But that chunky stay and chain angle is what gives the effect.