Re: Re: Got my sandbags today

From: Josh Battles (jbattles@bankfinancial.com)
Date: Tue Nov 18 2003 - 09:50:42 EST


"andy levy" <andy-dml@levyclan.us> wrote in message
>
> The extra weight directly over the drive wheels makes a noticeable
> difference for me. Especially on hills. Even when the snow isn't
> axle-deep.

Weenie.

> Keep in mind you've got a V6, 2WD. Your weight distribution front/rear
> is probably closer to 50/50 (though still front-biased) than my V8 4x4.

Remember, I'm a mustang convert... I used to drive a lowered 91 LX with a
Vortech huffed 351W and 4:11 gears in the snow. No sandbags there either and
I had performance tires then too. I think it has more to do with driving
style than weight bias and/or sandbags/tires. I just started in second gear
all the time, the car had the power to do it and the clutch wear wasn't an
issue for me.

> I thought about going withough sandbags but when I was able to slide
> around a corner without really trying, I figured a little extra weight
> couldn't hurt.

Naaa... that's all part of the fun, makes sure you're paying attention to
the road.

-- 
- Josh
Lowered 2000 Dakota CC 3.9L
www.geocities.com/lenny187/dakota.html



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