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Subject:Re: Syncro drove! For the first time in 13 years!
From:mark drillock
Date:Sat, 14 May 2011 18:16:34 -0700

The VC can't bind with only front axles installed. The binding takes
place due to the difference in rotational speed of the front wheels
versus the rear wheels while both ends are connected via the center
driveshaft.

Mark

craig cowan wrote:
> I drove the bus up and down the street, making it up to 40mph (and 4th
> gear). All gears work great, it tracks straight, great suspension, and the
> brakes work! The power steering was a nice upgrade to feel, and there was no
> binding in the VC while turning.
>
> It's a keeper!
> Now if I can only get a title.....
>
> -Craig
>