Perhaps this is a Clue as to why Some 2WD Vanagon Drivers Have Traction Issues ~ When trying to get moving on a SlipperySurface, HigherGears (2nd or 3rd on a 4Spd & 3rd or 4th on a 5Spd) Should be the WeaponOfChoice ~ You want the Least Amount Of Torque you can GetAwayWith, & still keep the Eng' running, to go to the DriveWheel in order to keep it from Spinning ~ ORR ~ DeanB On 28 Aug , 2014, at 8:13 AM, Don Hanson wrote: > I find my very low first gear (essentially a granny gear) handy for > off-road or very steep situations and some help with the very poor traction > that Vanagons seem to have. > I usually skip using my first gear in every-day driving, except when > stopped on an uphill or on ice, snow or sand.. |
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