In a message dated 11/12/99 11:24:41 AM Eastern Standard Time, lkchris@USWEST.NET writes: << Someone has pointed out Passats and Vanagons weigh nearly the same. They have not explained why Vanagons require reinforced sidewall tires >> Vanagons "require" sidewall reinforced tires as much as Passats do. plus, most good tires these days are more than 1 ply sidewall anyway. 2 ply or more is reinforced. chris |
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