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Re: Stock Jetta GLX spanks 2 Modified late Model SE-Rs
- Subject: Re: Stock Jetta GLX spanks 2 Modified late Model SE-Rs
- From: JandT625@aol.com
- Date: Mon, 16 Feb 1998 22:31:38 EST
In a message dated 98-02-16 12:33:53 EST, you write:
> VW limits the car to 130 because they put crap H rated tires on it. Push
> that needle about 2-3 more MPH over your top speed you listed, and see what
> happens. The discrepancy grows with speed and I think you'll find at an
> indicated 135 or so, the fuel cuts off.
>
Hey guys,
In case you are unaware of it most if not all tire Co. give there
speed ratings at a balmy temp around 68 Deg. F. So as you can imagine this
lowers that nice speed rating when its nice and warm!
Terry