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Date:         Sat, 7 Jun 2014 15:54:51 -0600
Reply-To:     Gnarlodious <gnarlodious@GMAIL.COM>
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From:         Gnarlodious <gnarlodious@GMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Re: I rather drive the Vanagon
In-Reply-To:  <CAN5Ep7QO5qWXrNF-aSAXWJcvsJzsf0wotDh_UikiYDt55UCczw@mail.gmail.com>
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I think you'll find the diesel has a much better torque/weight ratio, as well as a lower center of gravity. I have never gotten stuck.

-- Gnarlie

On Sat, Jun 7, 2014 at 11:06 AM, Zeitgeist <gruengeist@gmail.com> wrote:

> I totally concede the poor traction with the 50/50 weight distribution of a > tintop T3. It's been a constant source of frustration for me. I'm > presently readying to pull the trans in preps for a TDI install, and it's > definitely getting a TBD, along with the new highway gears. Should make it > a much more pleasant driving experience all around. > > > On Sat, Jun 7, 2014 at 9:18 AM, Loren Busch <starwagen@gmail.com> wrote: > > > RE: Vanagon Stuck On the Grass > > BTDT, stuck twice in 50 feet , on the flat, on wet grass. Changed tires > > from Michelin Agilis to Nokian Hakas, problem went away. And now have > > Peloquin differential, even better. Light sand and loose dirt not even > > noticeable. > > > > > > -- > Casey >


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