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Old 12-08-2011, 08:42 PM   #49 (permalink)
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Blue - '93 Ford Tempo
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Last 3: 69.62 mpg (US)

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Ardent said it right; vehicles need differential action between front and rear axles on high-traction surfaces because of the different turning circle distances. "Jumping" is very high stress on your entire drivetrain as it tries to cope with the lack of tire slip while it is locked up!
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