Date:         Wed, 29 Mar 2000 17:00:46 EST
Reply-To:     CMathis227@AOL.COM
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From:         Chuck Mathis <CMathis227@AOL.COM>
Subject:      Headed South With '85 Wolfsburg Weekender
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After twenty years in the world's premier maritime organization (according to
our own PR) I'm getting out and headed for a real job in Houston, Texas.

Aside from steer horns and a nice rifle rack should I be looking at any other
hot, muggy weather equipment?

In anticipation of the journey I've replaced my belts, bought spares, picked
up a new water pump, and checked all my hoses.  I'm planning to do a timing
check and tune-up before I hit the road.  Roland is pretty low mileage
(approaching 51K) and very dependable so far -- only failed to start when the
temp hit -20f and zapped the battery.  Since I brought him home a year ago
I've changed the auto tranny fluid, filter and gasket, replaced the shocks
(KYB -- stiff but functional), tires (MXT's -- excellent investment in ride
and handling), auxiliary battery (Diehard Marine Deep Cycle ('cause it was
free)), did the brakes, added Bosch +4's, and a K&N air filter.  I just got
an Airlift kit to address the butt dragging syndrome.  Before I hit the road
I plan to system flush and change the coolant.

Any list members in Houston?
Anybody got any good recommendations for service/parts places in or near
Houston?
Anybody happen to know of a house for sale with a Westy-sized garage?

Chuck
'85 Weekender -- 'Roland'