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EV in NC
Eckhard Rolz
Strange thing happened to me yesterday. I drove from Apex, NC to
Durham, NC on route 55 and saw two EVs. This has never happened in this area. One was a blue 93 (I guess) and the other one was a white EVC, both heading south on 55. Anyone on this list? Eckhard ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ When the chips are down, the buffalo is empty! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ |
Not everyone is a ace mechanic!
Scott Douglas
People just like to feel included and a lot of people do not know a lot
about fixing Euro vans. So when there is a time when they can put their two cents in and send in a e-mail they take advantage of this a feel a lot better about participating in the group. So instead of making people feel stupid about answering "off the wall" emails we should just live with it, because it is all in fun, and then everybody would feel good about being part of this group. After all, we listen to people on this list that do not even own a EV, but just enjoy the groups discussions. If we stop having fun, then its time to sell the EV. |
Re: Need a propane tank cover
In a message dated 2/20/00 9:11:57 PM, schellhase@... writes:
<< We has a great rain-shortened week-end in Death >> Larry While traveling through LA the propane cover on my 99 EVC escaped to the San Diego Fwy. Our Winne dealer in Portland replaced under warranty Steve in Portland "Go" |
Re: low mileage 93's do exist...
In a message dated 02/18/2000 6:27:10 PM Eastern Standard Time,
Todd.Jacobs@... writes: I hate to be a party pooper, but I can't see how this thread (How many milesSurveys like age, odometer mileage, gas mileage, etc., have a good place in the infrequently used "Polls" section on the <A href="www.egroups.com/list/ev_update/">eGroups EV_Update web site</A>. A lot of information could be stored in one place without filling up our mailboxes. Bill Armstrong, EVC Speculator Endwell, NY '71 Econoline (home brew camper) '93 Tracer Wagon |
Re: screen saver pics
Garth Matthes
Mike:
Do you have any line drawing pictures of Vanagon Campers? Where is your site? Thanks in advance. Garth Matthes "mike harrnacker" <vanago-@...> wrote: original article: I'm still looking for pictures of your Splitties, Loaf, Vanagons, andVanagon one I have on my site.others. I may end up doing a Splittie/Loaf and Vanagon/Eurovan saver if Idon't get more pictures. I'm also going to create one huge everything saverfor those who want it all. |
Re: Agilis v. Pirelli Scorpion
Bruce Curry
I have not checked them out enough to know for sure but I believe they do.
Bruce Bruce:and with vehicles like Eurovans, Eurovan Campers and even Vanagons, you needthe reinforced sidewalls to help control the top heavy tendency of thesevehicles. Kent Kirkley |
Agilis v. Pirelli Scorpion
Bruce Curry
Sorry to encourage more discussion on the dreaded tire thread but I just had
occasion to try on a friend's set of Pirelli Scorpions (205/75/15) which in theory are quite a bit taller than the vaunted Agilis. His are on a 91 westy synchro. They fit my 93 ev w/out a problem on both front and back w/out rubbing the body during turns. These tires recently rated top of the class in several recent consumer tests for both quietness of ride as well as handling in the wet. They have 8 belts, are rated for 40 or 50k miles, and I believe are rated for the weight of most EV configurations. They have both an aggressive "truck" as well as more sedate "passenger" tread pattern option. As I recall they are a relative bargain at $69 at discount tire. For those looking to raise their van, decrease their rpms or get more mileage might want to check them out. Bruce 93 ev wk Yes most definately. Side by side inflated comparison I've done (re newtire spares w/= pressures plus on vehicle comparisons). A significant eyeballvehicle? Speedo readings are already inaccurate as to reading fast (would read evenengines (why increase RPM's at highway speeds which would equate to less MPG?),the ever present limited ground clearance. Figure? My experience? Beenthere done that with other vehicles. Will pass on any degree of downsizingvehicle tires ... even if they were free. Unless living in mountainous terrainor towing something behind your EVC where shorter tires equate to higher gearbit noisy due to the aggressive tread pattern. Good hunting.... we are off in |
Re: Agilis v. Pirelli Scorpion
Bruce,
My 2 cents. I find the difference in RPM between the Agilis tires I now have (205/65/15) and the original Goodyear G64's (195/70/15 , load rating 1389 lbs @ 44psi) on my '93 EV is insignificant. I had also calculated this once before and concluded that the difference was within variations you would see from tire wear. Also keep in mind that both of these tire sizes were delivered from the factory on the '93 models. I would highly recommend staying with the Agilis tires unless you are sure that any alternative Pirelli is properly rated for the EV. The reduction in road noise with the Agilis tires versus my original Goodyear tires is truly amazing. Ron |
Need a propane tank cover
Larry Schellhase
We has a great rain-shortened week-end in Death
Valley, we found one of the greatest campsites ever and met a brand new EVC owner from the Bay Area. The only bad part was that while driving through Titus Canyon, I scraped the bottom of the propane tank and the cover came off. By the time I stopped, it was under the rear tire. It is no longer usable. I know they are expensive, but I wondered what is the best way to get a new propane tank cover. My FLVWD (Santa Monica VW) has never come through with a part I ordered for my EVC. I have several parts on order from them since June 99, and none have yet arrived. If anyone has successfully ordered and received a new propane tank cover, please let me know the source. If the Winnebago Lady is reading this, please help. Thanks for any assistance. __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Talk to your friends online with Yahoo! Messenger. |
screen saver pics
Mike Harrnacker
I'm still looking for pictures of your Splitties, Loaf, Vanagons, and
Eurovans for inclusion in model specific screen savers like the Vanagon one I have on my site. I've got lots of great Vanagon pictures but am really short of the others. I may end up doing a Splittie/Loaf and Vanagon/Eurovan saver if I don't get more pictures. I'm also going to create one huge everything saver for those who want it all. So send them in!!! |
Re: Lifting an EVC?
Donald Gibbons
I have air springs inthe back of my Rialta. Its rear suspension is
completely different then an EV, its a beam axel. But it does work to raise the rear end quite a bit. The idea is to correct for extra wt. You might be able to rig up the same sort of thing in the rear, but the front is much tighter. On the other hand if you do not want to have "instant" height adjustment you can simply crank in some lift on the fron torsion bars. A alinment will be necessary. Not sure what you can do for the rear. Different springs? |
Re: Lifting EVC
I have only seen one Syncro EV(it is still for sale by the way)and it
has the same ride height as my EVGL. I just took a quick glance at the suspension and it looks the same as the 2wd model, with the exception of some more driveshafts going aft. This was a Swiss van that was imported a few years ago, 8 pass. Don't know if the newer campers are lifted or not. Dirk 92EVGL |
Re: Agilis v. Pirelli Scorpion
In a message dated 2/20/00 11:50:01 PM, taizo@... writes:
Sorry to encourage more discussion on the dreaded tire thread but I justBruce: Sounds interesting. BUT do they have reinforced sidewalls??? The Goodyear Cargo Vectors and Michelin Agilis have reinforced sidewalls and with vehicles like Eurovans, Eurovan Campers and even Vanagons, you need the reinforced sidewalls to help control the top heavy tendency of these vehicles. Kent Kirkley '97 EVC '95 BMW M3 '86 Vanagon '81 Vanagon '74 BMW 2002 |
Re: 2000 EVC
Steve and Pat Mecham
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Sorry for the delay in reply! We were away from email a few days. By the way, we see late-model EVCs several times a week in our area. There probably are at least 6 around here. We spotted the first one about last August in a Walmart parking lot. That's what started us thinking about them. We are not thoroughly familiar with the `99 but these are the items we think are new: * keyless entry * two alarms - propane, smoke * mirror on the closet (was gone in `99) * reading lights over the back bed * more cup holders Other than the keyless entry, there are no changes in the EV itself. If a dealer still has a `99 then it seems a better deal to pay the `99 price and add the other items yourself. If you are looking to buy a new EVC, we recommend to not wait long - especially if you want to try to pay below sticker. We contacted 7 dealers within a 250 mile radius of us in Northern Colorado and found none in stock. (The 2000 we test-drove was sold the next time we went back). The dealers had a total of about 35 on order, about 30 still available with delivery ranging from a few weeks to "4 to 6 months." All of the dealers claim the ones on order will be sold in March and April as the summer vacationers make their purchases. I wouldn't be surprised. 3 of the dealers wouldn't budge from sticker. Another offered a $1000 discount. The two fartherest away made the best offers, with the low being $800 over invoice - but he has to place a new order and we would have to wait for whenever it comes and risk missing the summer. Finally the local dealer moved a little more in response to the other offers. It pays to do some research! Happy shopping! Steve Mecham ----- Original Message -----
From: Mary Schilpp <msclp@...> To: <ev_update@...> Sent: Tuesday, February 15, 2000 9:06 AM Subject: [ev_update] Re: 2000 EVC Steve- Could you please tell me what changes you saw between the 1999 and 2000 EVC? I'm trying to decide if the 2000 is worth the extra $$. Tnaks. - Mary "steve and pat mecham" <spmecha-@...> wrote: original article: John, We test drove a 2000 a couple of weeks ago in Colorado. It definitely had a few changes from the `99, including the sticker. Yep, they're out there! - Steve ------------------------------------------------------------------------ eLerts! Save on products you choose. -- Talk to your group with your own voice! -- |
Re: EVC - sink/stove "lid"
Michael,
What you are looking for is called a gas spring. I got replacements for mine at MobilityRV which specializes in parts for Winnebago RVs. Check www.mobilityrv.com for a phone number. Service from them was prompt and efficient. Marve '95 EVC "michael myers" <buddahv-@...> wrote: original article: I have a question about the large cover that lifts up to expose theup? I lift it up but it falls down unless I fold out the cooking sheild |
Re: Plastic Water Tank smell thoughts
Bruce Bauer
It is difficult to source and deliver potable water to the internalIf you are ever in the Phoenix area there is an outfit called Water and Ice that sells Reverse Osmosis water for 20 to 25 cents per gallon. I can't say this for sure about all of them, but the one I use is equiped with a long hose to fill RV water tanks * Anyone sending unsolicited bulk email (UBE, SPAM) to this address will be charged a $25 handling fee plus a $5 network traffic fee per started kilobyte. By extracting my address from this message or its header, you agree to these terms. Nevertheless, spammers trying to auto-extract addresses from this message will definitely want to include uce@... and report@... |
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