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Date:         Sun, 14 Nov 2004 10:59:46 -0500
Reply-To:     Dennis Haynes <dhaynes@OPTONLINE.NET>
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         Dennis Haynes <dhaynes@OPTONLINE.NET>
Subject:      Vanagon Wieght Capacity
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The 2WD GVWR is 5160, with front axle at 2,646, rear at 2,866 pounds. The Syncro is rated at 5,512, 2,866 front, 3,042 rear.

Even with saggy springs, if you really have, these weights are realistic as long as the tires are adequate for the job.

Dennis

-----Original Message----- From: ' ' [mailto:rrecardo@webtv.net] Sent: Sunday, November 14, 2004 10:15 AM To: Dennis Haynes Cc: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM Subject: Re: Weight Capacity

Dennis, I'm curious, What is the actual GVWR of any Vanagon? The Syncro only has heavier rated springs. The hubs and axles are not any beefier. Same thing with a Westfalia. It isn't any different than a GL in weight carrying capacity. And now your talking about a worn out vehicle with the springs that came on it when it was built, and more than likely only 3/4th's of the original ride height. I'd like to see this Van carrying 1800 lbs. The rocker panels will be scraping the asphalt clean, or polishing the tops of the wheel wells.

RC

---"Typically, the Westies have room for ~1,400 pounds and passenger vans ~ 1,800 pounds. Make sue the tires are rated at or above the axle ratings. Dennis"---


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