well, I was born on the Left Coast, but have been to the Right Coast, but
not the Fast Coast. I use 3rd and 2nd gears while up and down-grading so
that's probably why. By the way, up-grading, I have also visited Slow Coast
frequently.

Use of Coasters keeps them rings off the furniture ...

bob

and yes, 4000 lbs. will Coast fast downhill, regardless of which Coast
you're on or near.

smiley face here

----- Original Message -----
From: "Kurt Grotz" <kgrotz@MAIL.CRAFTECH.COM>
To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
Sent: Friday, July 30, 2004 3:10 PM
Subject: The Fast Coast

> It has been 3 years, but I am glad to be Vanagoning it again as an
> everyday
> driver.  I have one question however or comment.  It seems that I shift
> into
> neutral quite a bit, especially when I know there is a downgrade.  I have
> never been in a vehicle that goes so fast in neutral. It seems to speed up
> faster than - well - natural.  I wonder at times if there is a secret
> clutch
> or gear, little German leprechauns?  Thought yesterday of putting it into
> the local soap box derby.  That would be a hoot!
>
> Does this resonate with anyone?
>
> KG
>