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Originally Posted by Mad Mac
Yeah, what he said.
I have a simple rule: if I am in a hurry, I don't drive the "A". For me, most of the enjoyment of driving is just tootling along a back road (lots of 'em around here) at only 30-35 mph. My open cab pickup is really comfortable and a pleasure to drive at that speed. It feels great to cruise along the country roads, smelling the country smells and noticing that its time old Cedric painted his house. On longer trips I cruise at 40 but don't like pushing her over 45 as I want my A to last me out.
Funny thing though - she seems to drive a bit differently each trip. Sometimes she is smooth and quiet and cruises along effortlessly, while other times the motor seems noisier and I have to set the hand-throttle a bit lower to get the same road speed. I can't decide whether it really is her having one of her "off" days, or whether it just reflects my own state of mind on any particular day. Do any of you guys notice that?
One thing I do know for sure: even a slight head-wind will knock 5 mph off my speed.
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Yes, my well worn temporary engine is noisier some days than others.
It always has good power for only 50 lbs. compression though.