I have the stock LT195/75R14 tires. I see where the 15" would bring down the rpm's a little. Can't remember, with stock suspension how big can we go on a 2WD? I'm checking with Bostig to see what kind of mpg increase I might expect and how much better the drop in rpm would be for the engine. In any case, it's gonna take a pretty long time for the payback at $1000. $500.00 would make that decision a lot easier :-) Another reason I'm considering it is because my tranny is starting to get squirrelly. -- mark -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of John Reddick Sent: Sunday, April 02, 2006 8:38 AM To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM Subject: Re: Zetec Westy Site I think 1000 bucks is a little pricey for a 10% reduction in rpm. The .77 or .70 4th gears are only 240 bucks. I think it might be more cost effective to go with a little taller tires. I have one automatic van with (with a 2.5 Subaru) that I would love to have a taller R&P, but that I can't justify that price for such a small change. I would probably be willing to shell out 500, but not a grand. John Vanaru.com |
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