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Actual stowage dimensions
by lkazista
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Jan 01, 2007 (8:29 pm)
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Hey all,
I am interested in a Magnum to replace my existing T&C. I am curious if anyone out ther has actually measured the back of the car to see what the height vs width works out to be.
Any and all help would be appreciated.
Lee
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- #1786 of 1877
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Re: Actual stowage dimensions [lkazista]
by hardhawk
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Jan 02, 2007 (6:52 am)
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Replying to: lkazista (Jan 01, 2007 8:29 pm)
We replaced our T&C with a Magnum RT in Oct. of 2004. I never measured, but the difference in space is dramatic. Far less utility in the Magnum. That said, I love the drive, ride, & power of the Magnum. The thing we really miss is no third row, which we need from time to time. The Magnum does have considerably mmore luggage space than the 300C, which we were also considering at the time.
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- #1787 of 1877
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Stowage
by vinny68
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Jan 11, 2007 (8:30 pm)
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I traded my '00 Grand Caravan for a ne '06 Magnum RT. I think that everything I used to fit behind the third row of the GC can now fit in the back or the Magnum. I figure what I lost was the space in the third row seating area. For me, the trade-off is well worth it in performance and fun-to-drive gains.
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- #1789 of 1877
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Re: Why I'm interested in the Magnum [buckangus]
by lrs5
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Jan 22, 2007 (8:02 pm)
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Replying to: buckangus (Aug 08, 2006 5:55 am)
Could not agree with you more! I also have an '05 Magnum and have had nothing but problems with the front end. Has been "fixed" many times and TSB performed (which if you read this TSB it is a joke how they fix the problem). Have had to replace tires at 30,000 miles and front suspension is worn the vehicle now scrapes on the smallest bump. Steering wheel is not centered,turns harder to one side than the other and so on. This is my fourth (and last) Chrysler vehicle since 1997 and your right,they refuse to acknowledge that this is a problem. They don't even respond to the numerous times I have contacted them.
And maybe all of these "new" problems with the steering rack and steering vibration are related to this. (I have not had this particular problem yet, but my car does not drive straight either) As I believe this "fix" has already been applied to these vehicles because there is no real fix for this problem,only the TSB used to disguise the design flaw and tell the consumer the vehicle is "road crown sensitive". EVERYONE needs to contact the NHTSA and file a complaint about the front end and get them to start a defect investigation. It is not right to pass the cost of their engineering flaw on to the consumer. This is the only way Chrysler is really going to fix these vehicles.
And those of you who think your car rides correctly, are you sure your not just willing to settle for the road crown excuse. No new car should drive this way.
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- #1790 of 1877
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Re: Why I'm interested in the Magnum [lrs5]
by jacktb
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Jan 31, 2007 (1:21 pm)
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Replying to: lrs5 (Jan 22, 2007 8:02 pm)
After reading these posts concerning front end vibration and suspension issues, I felt compelled to add my experiences. I have an '05 Hemi Magnum purchased new in October 2004. In 2 plus years of ownership, this vehicle has been nearly flawless. The interior, although laden with plastic, remains tight and rattle-free. I have had this car up to 100 mph with no vibrations or rattle issues. The vehicle is stock with original tires and brakes.
These experiences make me wonder if there is a design flaw in the car or something is happening during the build process. This may explain why some cars have issues while others remain problem free. I would be interested to know the build date of these cars. Mine was assembled in September 2004.
Just a thought.
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- #1791 of 1877
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Re: Why I'm interested in the Magnum [jacktb]
by hardhawk
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Jan 31, 2007 (1:40 pm)
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Replying to: jacktb (Jan 31, 2007 1:21 pm)
I have an '05 Magnum RT that was built and leased at the same time as yours. Other than the worthless Continental tires, which lasted only 16,000 miles, my experience has been very similar to yours. The car has been great and I enjoy it very much. I unreservedly recommend it to all.
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- #1792 of 1877
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Re: Why I'm interested in the Magnum [hardhawk]
by jacktb
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Feb 03, 2007 (6:58 am)
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Replying to: hardhawk (Jan 31, 2007 1:40 pm)
I completely agree on the tires. The Continental tires seem too soft and not the best choice for this application.
Since I am approaching replacement, what brand/model did you choose and are they any good? I understand the Cooper is a good replacement and I have run them in the past with no problem. --Thanks.
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- #1793 of 1877
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Re: Why I'm interested in the Magnum [jacktb]
by hardhawk
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Feb 03, 2007 (8:29 am)
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Replying to: jacktb (Feb 03, 2007 6:58 am)
Actually, I put the Cooper Touring SLE tires in exact replacement size on my Magnum at 16,000 miles and after 14,000 miles they show very little wear. I have also had excellent experience with Cooper tires and put them on all of our vehicles when the stock tires go. The car rides and drives like a different car with the Coopers as compared to the Continentals it came with. I wish the car had the Coopers on it from the factory. They would still be on the car instead of me having to replace them like I did the Continentals!
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- #1794 of 1877
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Re: Why I'm interested in the Magnum [hardhawk]
by jacktb
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Feb 04, 2007 (11:37 am)
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Replying to: hardhawk (Feb 03, 2007 8:29 am)
Thanks for the reply. I'll be getting a set of those soon as I've heard similar good reports from others. --Jack
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