Date:         Tue, 11 Dec 2001 07:56:10 -0800
Reply-To:     Rio Rafael <rior@GARLIC.COM>
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From:         Rio Rafael <rior@GARLIC.COM>
Subject:      Re: Mexico and Vanagons
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William P wrote:

<< So if there are no used or new parts in Mexico for the Vanagon, what does
one do if they are down Mexico way and the van breaks down?>>

I don't want to sound pessimistic, 'cuz I'm not. You will have a great time
in Mexico and I wouldn't discourage your trip. I would be envious ! ;)

Another listee posted their positive experiences with obtaining vanagon
parts in Mexico, this is great. My only concern was that I would feel better
when I know that I can get major parts from a local wrecker if I need them,
and, since Vanagons were not sold down their, I would want to be aware of
that....

It IS true that labor is very reasonable if you do need to get something
done. I have had exhaust systems, upholstery, AC recharge, brakes and other
things done while I was down their and found the work to be good and the
price great.

I suppose if worse came to worse, both UPS and Fedex could deliver an odd
bit very quickly. Lodging in a westy is very cheap (!) and lodging in a
hotel is quite reasonable too. Just don't go to a MOTEL, those are almost
always for .... err,very short term rentals...


Happy travels!
Rio

So if there are no used or new parts in Mexico for the Vanagon, what does
one do if they are down Mexico way and the van breaks down?

William P.

Note that the wasserboxer, nor for that matter later type 2-4 aircooled
pancake engines, were not made or sold in Mexico so used spares are not
about. No vanagons either.

Rio
83 Westy
85 GL Weekender