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Date:         Sun, 2 Dec 2001 22:47:15 -0500
Reply-To:     Pat Dooley <pdooley@GTE.NET>
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         Pat Dooley <pdooley@GTE.NET>
Subject:      Re: defrost blower info
Comments: To: jim&kim <ims14519@HOME.COM>
In-Reply-To:  <003401c17b9d$2e0efa60$4a9f4c18@vs.shawcable.net>
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A few listers have discussed using rabbit blower motors with success.
I don't know what if any mods are required, but it is definitely worth it.
The junkyards down here sell them for $10.


Pat
Tampa, FL.


> -----Original Message-----
> From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com]On Behalf
> Of jim&kim
> Sent: Sunday, December 02, 2001 8:53 PM
> To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
> Subject: defrost blower info
>
>
> The blower motor in my 83.5 westy has just packed it in. Question
> I'd liked answered is what is the cheapest solution. They retail
> for $149CAN in these parts(Van. BC). I'm not one to chintze on
> parts, but having just put in new engine, fuel pump etc.. I am
> tapped out. I seem to recall reading these units are the same as
> the rabbits, is this true? If so I'll put in used unit till I can
> spring for new. I just took old one out and am willing to do it
> twice to save a buck. I appreciate any help on this one. Thanks,  Jim
>
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