Date:         Wed, 15 May 2002 13:00:30 -0500
Reply-To:     Robin Davies <rodavies@FACSTAFF.WISC.EDU>
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From:         Robin Davies <rodavies@FACSTAFF.WISC.EDU>
Subject:      Seeking Advice
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Hey Vanamaniacs,

Former lister(still have my Vanagon@Lenti sticker) back for some advice.

My Syncro Westie (Leslie-1987 edition). Is having some front end
problems and I am planning on letting her go. It seems the CV joints
need to be replaced and the drive and differential are also showing
signs of old age. Leslie had a complete VW rebuilt longblock
installed 30k miles ago. Current mileage is at 83k. All the camping
components work great. Fuel gauge sending unit doesn't work. A/C
hasn't been recharged in forever and I'm sure the seals are shot, but
it never worked great anyway. Goodrich AT sneakers are pretty worn
out. Has the Projektzwo foglight/grill installed. Sony CD player and
Sony speakers all around. I also have extra brand new front shocks
and a skylight (uninstalled) and a used propane tank (also
uninstalled). Have another longblock(boat anchor) too for that
matter. The other big fault on Leslie is that the PO punched a major
gouge in the drivers side by the camping hook-ups. Doesn't effect
performance, but it ain't pretty.

Question then is what do ya'll suppose she is worth as is? Anybody
interested? I can provide pix and I have all the documentation on
repair history.

or

Should I fork over the big bucks and get her running smooth again and
then try to sell? This to me is always risky as the investment I make
may not come back in my favor.

And the response: "fix the van and keep driving her" is not a
reasonable option. Leslie must go due to "family" breakup scenario
that is so common in America now a days...

All suggestions/offers are welcome.

R.
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