I try to stay below 70, usually 60-65mph.  My van seems to run and handle
best in this range.  I've had it to 75ish, of course that's relative, who
knows how accurate my speedo is. Like other's said, 3rd gear for the big
hills.

PS  I was close to having the 2 fastest vans last weekend, going down a
steep grade with a second van in tow... Thank God for decent brakes!  Then
again, I could have had first and second place at the same time!  Maybe next
time.

Matt
----- Original Message -----
From: "Chris Stann" <ChrisS@INFORMS.COM>
To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
Sent: Wednesday, August 29, 2001 1:18 PM
Subject: 75 MPH - unusual?

> Please, tell me oh all-knowing list.  Is it that unusual for a Vanagon
> Westfalia to cruise at 75 MPH?  I do it all the time in my '85.  Stock
> motor.. am I wrong?  Some folks seem bewildered by this apparently insane
> speed.
>
> Chris.
>
> '85 Westy
> Usual Disclaimers Apply
>