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KarenS
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Only complaints: the auto transmission sometimes hesitates from low speed, the second row does not go forward or backwards for taller passengers.
No need for any warranty repairs for first month. Knock wood.
They don't? My 2000 LX does. Look for a lever on the front of the seat below the cushion. I would be very surprised if it was deleted.
I think that the seats do have fore/aft motion, but I believe they are defaulted to the full-back position, if I'm describing that correctly. So, basically, you could push them forward. Like Maltb said, there's a lever below the cushion that you should be able to lift and then slide the seats. Works on the 2000s anyhow.
--javadoc
About the hesitation: mine does the same thing on occasion, but it's such a minor glitch that most of the time I don't notice it. Seems to happen most frequently at about 5-10 mph when I put a sudden demand on it. I think I've noticed it getting better as the tranny and engine break in. But as I said, it's not something that bothers me either very often or very much.
Happy miles in your van.
RJ
Since this is our unofficial off-topic thread...myself and the java-clan have our bags packed and are ready to head to sunny SoCal (where we can chew our air, lol) on a red-eye tonight. I've been forced to "compromise" (which means I lost the carry-on space) and leave the laptop @ home, but I'm taking my Handspring (and it's modem), so I won't be in total techy-withdrawls.
We're renting an MPV, so life will be good. I'll have to post some pix in the "Road Trip" forum when we return in a couple of weeks.
Play nice while I'm lying on the beach kids!
--java
--java
No, it's alexv1's board that he just created. I don't know how useful it will be, but I'm willing to hang around and try it for a while.
P.S. the weather is great although there may be some am.. overcast at the beach.
Um, er, MPV content...I'm actually getting to drive MochaVan today!!! Traded w/the missus so I could get one of the remote starter's keyfobs fixed, which is not a prob w/the van, just a dead fob-battery. Rides so much better then Rolf on our roads, so nice. Maybe I'll wash it and clean it out, since I'm such a nice guy.
I subscribed, but since I spoof/forward my email addy, not sure if it'll register me...will see.
--java
Check out the new vanity plate for the MPV.
http://tlcc2000.dyndns.org/Automotive/MPV/Images/tlcc-mpv.jpg
Cheers,
TB
I've been getting my gall bladder removed and while I came home the same day, I haven't been doing much lately. The worst part is that I didn't get to drive the MPV for a week. I don't think vicodin and driving mix too well. My husband was home so if we did go anyplace, he drove. It sure felt good to get behind the wheel again though.
Btw, a friend of mine just purchased a MPV! She made her decision after I told her how happy the MPV owners on Edmunds.com were with their choice. That was good enough for her! :-)
KarenS
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Owner's Clubs
We're thinking of having #3 (another probably visit to the OR next spring) For people with 3 car seats, it is bothersome putting a child in a car seat in the 3rd row? My oldest would only be 3. I almost think it would be better to put two car seats in the third row in order to leave better access to the back. Just curious what others have found works the best.
I hope everyone has a great weekend zooming around.
--javadoc
--j
For MPV content, to my disappointment, we weren't able to rent an MPV, as promised by Hertz, but were blessed with a new DC G-Caravan (w/3.3L motor). I'll have to do a complete debrief on that, prolly on my site, comparing it to the MPV. The short of it...Mrs. Javadoc sighed when we got in our van this morning(3:30am) and said, "Home Sweet MochaVan," so she missed the van sorely. :-)
It was especially nice to get on the freeway this morning and have only about six cars within sight, instead of six cars within ten feet of me like on any given freeway down there (405/55/5/134/60/etc) although I really dug the uncongested toll roads.
--j.
Was that you at my door? Lucky for you I couldn't find the ammo; must have been in the baby's play pen.
WHAT? our 150ft ferry is a big deal for your kids? I guess they aren't impressed with your 150 mile(uneducated guess) ferrys to Juno. I must say my kids(really, I) get a kick out of it also.
Glad you enjoyed yourself, come back anytime to support the local economy.
MPV content: I said MPV didn't I?
--j
Vinegar will take the sting out of that sunburn, and aloe gel prevents it from peeling.
KarenS
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Owner's Clubs
Dang SPF15 sunscreen did nothing for me when we went to Seaworld, but it was well worth it. I used Noxzema (sp) for the sting and aloe for the peeling, so far I'm not making like an onion. One more reason Alaska is a better place to live...you save money by not needing sunscreen.
Busily compiling a comparo of the MPV and our DC Van rental. Details to follow. Oh, btw, there's a 2000 MPV LX on ebay...24,000 miles, located near Seattle, if anyone's interested. It's auction #591573964.
--java
--javadoc
Quoted from the article: "
Copeland planned to ignite his two dozen rockets with six triggers, but he only managed to fire 16... 'I couldn't get to the other buttons, which was probably a good thing,' said Copeland."
I'm thinking he'll be on the Darwin Awards soon. So, enjoy...
--java
My wife and I will be purchasing an MPV soon. However, we are wondering if it was possible to find out what next year's color selections will be. Obviously I'm guessing the dealer won't volunteer this information, as they have many MPVs on the lot and would like to sell one *now*. :-)
Knowing factory, brochure printing and other lead times, I'm guessing somebody already knows... Any thoughts on how to find out?
Thanks!
Jon Lane
dkfnews@aol.com
Pete
We are getting ready to buy a 2001 MPG DX here in the Port land/Vancouver area, and wonder whether the Rear AC is worth paying for. Or, will the standard front AC cool the entire vehicle adequately? I understand that the duct work sends cool (or hot in winter) air to the rear of the vehicle, but the Rear AC option allows the back AC to be "controlled." Any advice? Thanks.
The unit worked very well, in a recent heat wave (+30C), with both units at full blast, the interior is nice and cool within 5 minutes. The unit is so powerful I needed to lower the fan speed to 2 afterward.
Caveat: Extra maintenance cost as all pipes are underneath the car
Good luck--
RJ