Re: rules of Thumb

From: L. J. Morris (ljohn@alltel.net)
Date: Tue Jan 28 1997 - 09:45:21 EST


Rick;

It may not be for me to judge, but if you need 4x4 why the hell are you
driving at 70mph? Or are you participating in the *BAJA*

Just curious, as I assume you are by the questions.

L. John

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> From: mahoneyr@syr.lmco.com
> To: dakota@sseg.ait.fredonia.edu
> Subject: rules of Thumb
> Date: Tuesday, January 28, 1997 8:12 AM
>
> Guys
> I'm lookin for anecdotal info on Speeds!
> Since I've never actually seen anything written about
> 'Do Not Exceed' Speeds (I think the truck will limit itself) but
> I dont want to damage anything. I doubt I will but thought I would
> check. Q1 - Is there any rule of thumb for a 3.9L '90 Dak 4x4 as
> to how fast you can/Should go while engaged in 4 Wheel drive?
> Q2. - Is there any rule of thumb for the same truck as to how fast
> you can/Should go while engaged in 4 Wheel drive with the OD
> Switched OFF?
> I dont have a tach (auto-A500) so I have to use Speed as a judge.
> The truck runs fine in both of these conditions @ 70mph, but the
> Engine sounds like its really windin' out (MPG is pretty sad driving
> in this condition)
> -Rick
 



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