In a message dated 98-07-15 21:02:54 EDT, Frank Grunthaner writes: << The handling at speeds (this thing runs up past 90 mph true) is a bit on the light side. << SNIP >> BTW, I discussed the 5.5 inch rim issue with a Goodrich engineer, and was told to expect a slightly reduced tread life. No handling or safety issues. When I asked about handling problems (in view of the often cited view on this list that these tires can’t be mounted on rims narrower than 6 inches), he laughed and said “why would you want to roadrace that tank?”>> Frank, Well .... .... In light of your above-listed posting, I'd have to ask the same question as that Goodyear engineer. Speeds in excess of 90 mph in a fully-laden Westy are just plain foolish. Slow down - start smoking if you don't already - if you currently smoke, light-up another one. That's got to be more healthy than sustained cruising at the speeds you're talking about. But that's just MHO. Sam Bateman Fork Union, VA '87 Vanagon (that will do 100 but seldom does more than 70) |
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