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From: jeff@rtech.ARPA (Jeff Lichtman)
Newsgroups: net.consumers
Subject: Re: Wanted: Information on diesel pickups
Message-ID: <126@rtech.ARPA>
Date: Fri, 8-Feb-85 02:35:53 EST
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Posted: Fri Feb  8 02:35:53 1985
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> I would greatly appreciate hearing from anyone with experience with
> small diesel pickups. VW, ISUZU or any others.
> 
> Examples of info needed:
> 
> 	1. Mileage
> 		2. Any routine maintenance
> 		3. How long does the motor last when frequently serviced
> 		4. How much does 4-wheel drive degrade fuel mileage
> 		5. Prices
> 		6. Any other pros/cons
> 

I have always wondered how a full load would affect the traction of a
front-wheel drive pickup.  I can imagine trying to go up a steep, wet
driveway and getting nothing but wheelspin.  Does anyone have experience
with this?
-- 
Jeff Lichtman at rtech (Relational Technology, Inc.)
aka Swazoo Koolak