Date:         Sun, 14 Nov 1999 17:34:01 -0500
Reply-To:     Derek Drew <drew@INTERPORT.NET>
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From:         Derek Drew <drew@INTERPORT.NET>
Subject:      Re: [Syncro] to chain or not to chain
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Chains will fit. Ignore this warning. You might need to make sure the
chains are of the low profile variety.

At 03:40 AM 11/13/99 -0500, you wrote:
>From: MrVital@aol.com
>
>Hi Volks. I was reading in my Insert for Owner's Manual/Syncro Model
>Vanagon/Transporter 1986 on page 16, where it talks about snow chains.
>
>It states, "Snow chains may not be used with 205/70x14 tires on 5.5 Jx14
>wheels, which may be mounted on your vehicle. The use of snow chains is only
>possible on smaller tires. Ask your VW dealer."
>
>I find that the list is easier to get good info from than a dealer,
>especially around Cazadero, CA. I know my tires are this size. Does that
>mean my wheels are as stated also? Is it marked on the wheel anywhere?  why
>can't I use chains if my tires/wheels are of this size? What does the list
>do about chains for winter?
>
>Thanks,
>
>Gary
>
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________________________________________________________
Derek Drew                              New York, NY & Washington, DC
drew@interport.net
'90 Syncro Westfalia...
...seen off-road at http://www.tiu.net/~des/vw/drew/index.html

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