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Quote: Originally posted by andyfisher on 27/5/2013

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I expect it to cost more than at present, just seeking views on those that have them on running costs. Forwards on grass I set off in second low revs.   Would an automatic be a better option?    Problem yesterday was one of front wheels spinning on grass 😞

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Quote: Originally posted by roulston on 27/5/2013

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Reverse gear is about the same ratio as second gear.   

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Fit some town and country tyres to the front wheels, this will give you plenty of grip, or go to a scrappy and get a pare of steel wheels the same size and get them fitted to them then when you go away just change the fronts,

To revers just lift the clutch gently without the accelerator and the engine power should be sufficient to push the van back, only use the acceleration if required but with ballet shoes on

Quote: Originally posted by mattlad on 27/5/2013

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Quote: Originally posted by roulston on 27/5/2013 Reverse gear is about the same ratio as second gear.   

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Think you'll find that reverse gear is closer to first than second.

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Quote: Originally posted by roulston on 28/5/2013

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Quote: Originally posted by mattlad on 27/5/2013

Quote: Originally posted by roulston on 27/5/2013 Reverse gear is about the same ratio as second gear.   

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Think you'll find that reverse gear is closer to first than second.

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I am talking about a normal car and not someone who always has to use the low box in their defender every time they have to do a bit of reversing

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