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Date:         Sat, 9 Aug 1997 08:13:27 -0700 (PDT)
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@vanagon.com>
From:         "David R. Derting" <davidder@teleport.com>
Subject:      opinion sought - viability of 2WD Vanagon as a ski-mobile

Greetings,


I'm beginning a search for Vanagon for a family ski use. A syncro would be
good but regular Vanagons are more plentiful (and very cheap).  I seek
advise regarding the on-snow performance (traction/braking) of standard
Vanagons.  I envision using Bridgeston Blizzaks (or the like) on all four
wheels as I've used such tires on my Golfs and Jettas with great success.


I've also been thinking about a diesel to gas conversion as I have a spare
16V engine taking up space in the garage.  Yes, I know this may be a
hair-brained scheme but I like big projects . . .


Please advise.  Thanks.


David
'83 Audi urQ
'89 Golf 16v
'89 Jetta 16V with transplanted 2.0 (nice engine!)
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