In a message dated 3/17/00 9:23:15 PM, mwm@LANSET.COM writes: << My brother has a F*rd that weighs about that and uses about the same size tires, as recommended by the manufacturer. So either the vans weigh much more than I thought, or this load range thing is not pertinent. >> Mike: What is pertinent is the GVW (gross vehicle weight). When you deviate from the manufacturer's specs, you start dealing in unknowns. Unless you have a lot of time and can endure disappointment, I say, let VW do the R&D. Rich |
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