Date:         Tue, 04 Apr 1995 18:43:41
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@vanagon.com>
From:         alun jenkins <alun@krypton.win-uk.net>
Subject:      Re: DIESEL VANAGON QUESTIONS

 
>QUESTIONS by Susan & James Kramer@igs 
>> 1) How long does the engine last, or better phrased, how much shorter is
>> the life expectancy than in a Rabbit?
Mine has just blown up at only 60k Miles :-(
Head is beyond repair and over $1000 for a new one

>
>> 2) After the 5 minute acceleration lead-up, at what speed can the Diesel
>> Vanagon cruise comfortably on level highway?
>
I have a 1700 which will hold 70-75 Mph on a flat road (a friend
has a 1.6TD that wil hold 80-85 and 90 at a push !)
>
>> 3) What are people's actual experiences with mileage around town and on the
>> highway?
Again for my 1.7 24-36 depending on terrain

>
>> Any feedback about pros and cons particular to Diesel Westfalias would be
>> appreciated.
>
Pros: if the fuel leaks while your asleep your not toasted ! :-)
Cons: VW spares prices I thibking real serious about droping
another engine in mine



Alun Jenkins
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