Dennis, Sounds like the voice of experience re a Syncro with a rear flat. Please do share, how did the van respond and what was the situation when the problem occured? I have wondered how our Westy Syncro would respond with a blowout at highway speeds. Mark in AK with an inquiring mind and a road trip starting Wednesday morning ----- Original Message ----- From: Dennis Haynes <d23haynes57@HOTMAIL.COM> Date: Monday, August 4, 2008 4:59 am Subject: Re: Rear flat at freeway speed... To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM > I once drove with a rear flat and did not know it until someone waved me down. That was on a 2 wheel drive. Yes, the Vanagon is quite stable with rear flats. The Syncro will get your attention quickly though once the VC starts grabbing. > > Dennis > > |
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