Eric, Do you think the EV is better in the snow than a Vanagon? I spoke to my uncle about this, he works as a plumber and drives an EV for work every day. This model is a 97 2,4 D with long wheel base. He is disappointed with how the EV handles in the snow, compared to the 89 Vanagon 1,6 TD he used to drive. I just told him, "get a Syncro" but he said his boss thought it was too expensive! PerL 87 Syncro 112i Eric Thompson wrote: > I would not call myself an expert..but after living though about 47 of these > Michigan Lakeshore winters I do have a few ideas..first of all...any of my > vanagons are fine in snow with a set of Blizzacks on them...the only limiting > factor is ground clearance. > Secondly, my 99 Eurovan is outstanding in snow with OEM tires..just go slow, > steady and always allow for increased stopping distance. Third...if ya dont > have to go out stay home and make love to your wife..the key being YOUR > wife...Eric..owner of 6 VWs and 6 kids..go figure huh?.. |
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