> And ride quality deteriorates considerably. > Do we really need better handling in a Vanagon??? > > Always. Even driving the highway, when a large Semi wizzes past at 75plus, the van will react. Or coming over the Sunol Grade north of San Jose. The cross winds can be horrible. If you put a 205R65/15 or 1 215R60/15 on your van, the stability improvement will be apparent. The ride will be a bit harsher though, overall. Besides, I drive my Vanagon "Spirited". tim ____________________________________________________________________ Get your own FREE, personal Netscape WebMail account today at http://webmail.netscape.com. |
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