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Date:         Sun, 4 Nov 2007 08:53:38 -0500
Reply-To:     Jim Akiba <syncrolist@BOSTIG.COM>
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         Jim Akiba <syncrolist@BOSTIG.COM>
Subject:      Re: Limited slip differential on ice or snow
Comments: To: Mike Collum <collum@verizon.net>
In-Reply-To:  <472D5B54.4000304@verizon.net>
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Given that, and if you have good throttle control and a good
"kinesthetic" sense of your van, it could get you what you want
without causing a problem.


Jim Akiba


On 11/4/07, Mike Collum <collum@verizon.net> wrote:
> Jim Akiba wrote:
> > it's pretty subjective as to if it's a good idea or not.. what are your goals?
>
> In my case, I was looking for better low speed traction on slick winter
> surfaces.  Actually, I haven't had any real problems using Hakkapeliitta
> C2 or CQ tires (C2s on one van and CQs on another).  Long grades are
> still problematic, though, without studs or chains.
>
> Mike
>
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