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Thanks for the thorough reply!
Having been the power train on my utility bicycle for long distance touring I can certainly appreciate the essential need to proper mechanical maintenance. This van is a conversion van (should have mentioned that) so it dose have some aero works and it has been maintained very well. However, I'll start off with the first thing on your list of importance: drivetrain. I know there's some improvements I could make there.
I do think this question of how to make an older, medium-light duty vehicle run cleaner and more efficient is super compelling. There are so many bands and other small businesses trying to make something work that are just dirtying things up. The financial hurdles of getting in to a newer, commercial van that has hybrid options or maybe all-electric are significant. Most folks find themselves in the position I am in: hauling a few folks and a bunch of equipment for huge amounts of time. It has to be dore reliable and be cost-effective.
Thanks!
Ben
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