Date:         Wed, 1 Sep 2004 11:54:52 -0500
Reply-To:     Jim Felder <felder@KNOLOGY.NET>
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From:         Jim Felder <felder@KNOLOGY.NET>
Subject:      Re: Double cab for sale/engine longevity - Torque Kills
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George wrote:
> V-gone can also be lugged going up a grade in 3rd gear at 40 MPH with
> your foot
> tight to the floor instead of downshifting to 2nd in order to climb
> the grade at
> 35MPH with the engine speed near redline.

Yep, you're right about that. I noticed myself giving my daugter
"driving lessons" when she drove it to the gulf recently and I was in
another car. With most cars, you don't have to think about technique
anymore, it has nothing to do with anything. With these cars, it
matters.

Jim
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