Date:         Thu, 23 Aug 2001 13:54:01 -0400
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From:         The Bus Depot <vanagon@BUSDEPOT.COM>
Subject:      Re: Exahust Pipes
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> In a message dated 8/23/01 12:22:05 PM, vanagon@BUSDEPOT.COM writes:
> (except for the front pipe if you have a Syncro), I also stock the pipes
in Stainless Steel
>
> Why is the Syncro the bastard child?  With all the manly use these proud
> vehicles see, they are the ones which really need that macho SS.



Most manufacturers don't feel that there is enough demand to warrant it. But
I do have a supplier in Europe who is willing to make both the front Syncro
pipe, and all of the 1.9L pipes, in Stainless, at a reasonable price.
Unfortunately, they are dragging their feet because they have another
contract for stainless Porsche exhaust parts which is much more lucrative.
(Needless to say, people with Porsches pay much more for exhaust than we do,
which translates into much more profit for the manufacturer.)  Once they're
done with that, maybe they'll have time for us lowly Vanagon owners. :-) .
So yes, it will happen, but not right away.

- Ron Salmon
  The Bus Depot, Inc.
  (215) 234-VWVW
  www.busdepot.com

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