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Subject:Re: vanagon speed (was Re: Heart vs. Head
From:Bob Stevens
Date:Fri, 27 Nov 2009 22:04:57 -0700

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> "If you wanted a vehicle that would make good time on long drives, why
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> you have a vanagon?"
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.... because I want a vehicle with all the conveniences of "our beloved",
with an engine conversion in it. (big grin)

I average 65-75 mph and 19 mpg on all my trips. I've gotten better than
24mpg on one section of one trip, 200 mile flat road driving 65.

I drove 240 miles today, in 3 hr. 15 minutes, including up and over a
high-plateau pass, with some headwinds. More importantly, I got to
camp out in remote BLM spots with nobody around, living comfortably
in my van. 18 degree overnight lows, Propex-comforted mornings, hot
coffee within 10 minutes, etc., etc.. You know the drill. ;-)

Bob
'87 Syncro Westy Subie-powered

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