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Old 03-15-2023, 03:25 PM   #75 (permalink)
Isaac Zachary
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Avalon - '13 Toyota Avalon HV
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If GM had promoted these vans properly, they probably would have been be quite popular. Dramatically lower cost of operation and huge intervals between refuelings. Full frame for heavy loads and towing. They would of crushed the Turbo v-6 trucks.

However, its like they didn't exist. I'm glad I got one. The amount of money I am saving in fuel costs over the v-8 models is going to buy its replacement in about 12 years....though I may just keep this one going with an engine rebuild. Body is under warranty by Ziebart... so all I need to worry about is mechanical.
Have you thought of insulation wrapping the exhaust for better longevity? I've heard that diesel exhaust parts like more heat as they have a harder time staying up to proper temperatures.

I miss my 1985 VW diesel. That car is immortal. I'd love to have a diesel again.
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