That very pretty doka for sale (with knocking engine), and the subsequent discussion of driving habits has got me to wondering, exactly what is gentle/appropriate drivng technique? I hear lots of people talking about taking it slow for longer engine life, but as a fairly new Vangon (87 gl westy) owner, I'd like as much info as possible. I recall one post long ago where someone mentioned avoiding anything over 3700 rpms (despite it still being "green" on the tach). I've used this as my rule of thumb, which on interstates means 65, maybe 70 on a slight downhill slope... and often about 40 going up over passes. Would somone be kind enough to describe in more detail the driving style which will ensure longer engine life? I assume common sense prevails here, the van body itself doesn't feel like it wants to be hotrodded around, and I don't drive like that anyway... but if there is anything I can change about my driving style, I would like to know ASAP. Is it just high rpms (how high is too high)? Avoiding engine braking? Avoiding rapid takeoffs? What am I leaving out? Thanks-
>es: "Top VW techs say either lifter or wrist pin. it has 130 >comp. >on each cylinder and it will do 80 all day long so I don't worry about >it." > > > |
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