The records of driving costs for rovers here is most interesting. In contrast,
I have never at any time kept track of any costs associated with driving my
Rovermobile. Like all other vehicles I owned, I drove gently for the first
tank of gas to see the potential the vehicle had for economy. Then reverted
back to my usual less-than-economical driving habits.
So often I am asked how much all the antennas on top of the vehicle affect the
gas mileage and the honest answer is....dunno. But I will say that I drive
fully loaded on top at speeds of 120 km/h or about 75 mph and test everything
at 140 kmh or 85 mph too. And the Toyota Sienna LE still has lots of pep and
acceleration fully loaded too with a 3.3 liter engine.
I have in the past covered 4 grids, but may cover as many as 8 this time. Past
driving amounted to anywhere from 140 to 180 miles total. This contest could
see more than 300 miles travelled over the 2 days.
Nothing quite like spending my kids inheritance.
If you can't afford it, don't do it!
73,
Bill VE3CRU/R
Email: ve3cru@rac.ca
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