My 190d with a 2.5 turbo has awful traction in loose surfaces, aaand on sticky roads as well as well.

The problem with it it's that it doesn't have enough weight in the back.

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1992 Mercedes 190D 2.5 turbo 5sp manual. EGT+boost gauges. Boost controller set to ~14.5 psi. 1 1/4 turns on full load adjustment. LPG injection. Next in the list is water injection.