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Subject:Re: How does a Westy Camper Handle in the Snow?
From:Chris Stann
Date:Mon, 29 Oct 2001 20:45:51 -0600

I understand that snow does not = off road, but my '85 with its
taller-than-average suspension does well in the dirt.  I get to sample, ugh,
make that drown in snow in Minnesota this winter and I feel fairly
confident.  My worry would be strong cross winds as they could push me off a
slick road.

Chris.

-----Original Message-----
From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com]On Behalf
Of Richard Huey
Sent: Monday, October 29, 2001 7:56 PM
To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
Subject: How does a Westy Camper Handle in the Snow?

I recently purchased an '85 full camper.  If I put on good snow tires, what
are my chances of using this vehicle as a base for skiing and snowshoeing?

Will it handle OK, or should I stay out of the mountains until spring?