Smooooth, Quite, etc etc.

[D.L. SWINFORD]

With our fall/winter months with us, how smooth DONKA II, my 300td becomes.
I don't depend upon my Automatic Climate Control to cycle the ON/OFF of the A/C compressor.
I use the little "ECO" function switch.
Most days the outside temp here in Spring Texas is 60 or less; and that in it's self is quite chilly.
You still have the thermostat temp control to increase above the outside temp so you aren't loosing anything.
Other benefits are: improved fuel effeciency, more excelleration and easier cruising with less throttle to maintain your 100+mph(haha)
I try to remember to cycle the compressor at least once a week by running in full auto.
If you that do this ain't it sweeet?
For those who haven't; Try it you'll ENJOY and add more CHARACTER by enjoying the smooooothness of our beloved 5 legged baby.
Happy Trails Beep Beep from The Spiderman on The Gulf Coast, Don :p :p :p

[Grey Ghost]

I have to AGREE with Skip#1 (Senor Spiderman, a.k.a. "The Chairman").

Ran my baby up to Boston last night and back down this morn'...70 mph on the cruise control, just humming along beautifully. No need for a/c in the Northeast no mo'. There IS a psychological boost to knowing that your five-banger's energy isn't being drained by the compressor.

If the seat was more comfortable, I could drive right down to Spring Texas so that the Grey Ghost and Donka (II) could meet. I'd certainly take some pointers from my kindly Uncle (Skip #1)

Good to have you back in the fold, El Chairman!

SKip #2

[D.L. SWINFORD]

G.G.;
My 230 lb. hunk of sugar fits and sits comfortable in my seat.
Where in lies the problem?
Need new seat?
Find a good used one?
It doesn't make sense considerring the miles my seat has clocked and it still is great.
Happy Trails Beep Beep from the Spiderman on the Gulf Coast, Don:p :p :p