Date: Wed, 28 Aug 2002 09:48:35 -0600
Reply-To: Mike Blotz <Mike.Blotz@PEARLIZUMI.COM>
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From: Mike Blotz <Mike.Blotz@PEARLIZUMI.COM>
Subject: Re: [Syncro] Spare Parts List - Input
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hello gang
new here to the vanagon list--but a syncro list member for some time now--so
hello
As far as what i would take--I'm kind of a pack rat and my trips usually
involve not being anywhere near major cities. i've even taken a spare engine
in my 66 kombi before--haha--mostly cause it was being stored in the van--so
why remove it. Over kill for sure. But i've been trained mostly by the
"idiot guide". the opening chapter in there states that his vehicles were in
better condition when he got to the end of his destination than when he
left. doing several engine rebuilds under the lone bush in the desert--ouch.
items I would take.
#1: Definately coolant system related items. most of the more common
problems with vanagons are coolant related in my opinion. probably just a
jug of coolant, clamps, some hoses.
#2: basic electrial items like fuses and spare bulbs.
#3 as fro the ECU. i've actually chatted with several people who carry spare
ECU's. they dont seem to go bad that often and are expensive if you buy from
the dealer. who does that? ECU's can be had good/used for fairly cheap. i
know i'm buying a spare.
#4: some quarts of oil for sure. i dont know how many times i've been on the
road in my aircooleds and have blown something a long ways form the nearest
exit. some oil got me there and saved me a tow--$5 versus $100 tow.
#5 and most important. TOOLS. ya cant do a thing with out them. make/get a
nice tool chest that fits under the seat. tools are very inviting to
thieves. i had entire tool collection stolen in San Fransico once (along
with many other things--i was alot lighter for the rest of my trip)
#6 a nice jack
#7 various boon docks type camping supplies. hachet, saw, etc.
#8 and i would take a laptop to cronicle my trip on a web page and have easy
access to part suppliers via email. Check out :
http://www.motorearth.com/
these are my buddies who did india by motorbike for a year and a half
other than that--I'd probably do fresh tires on all 5 and rotate often. if
ya blow one--you can probalby get away with only buying one since they are
new
I've been giving this lots of thought as i am actually triing to coordinate
a south america motorcycle trip with syncro support.
> ----------
> From: Larry Chase
> Reply To: Larry Chase
> Sent: Wednesday, August 28, 2002 7:57 AM
> To: vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com; Syncro@yahoogroups.com;
> ev_update@yahoogroups.com; wetwesties@yahoogroups.
> Subject: [Syncro] Spare Parts List - Input
>
> Folks,
>
> Putting the Spare Parts list together for a very extended Expedition
> throughout North America.
>
> The vehicle: 1990 Westy Syncro w/160k miles
>
> Stats:
>
> - Fresh Engine Rebuild
> - Fresh Trans Rebuild
> - New VC
> - Rebalanced Drive Shaft
> - New Universal Joints
> - Fresh AC Rebuild
> - New Coolant Hoses and Pipes
> - Radiator Flush and Clean
> - New Alternator, ECU, Plug Wires, Oil/Water/Fuel Pumps
> - New CV's
> - New Exhaust System
>
>
> Current Parts List
>
> - Alternator
> - Fuel Pump
> - Water Pump
> - ECU
> - O2 Sensor
> - Wires & Spark Plugs
> - Oil Filters
> - Fuel Filter
> - U Joints
> - Wheel Bearings
> - All Belts
> - Fuses
>
> Current plan is to replace existing parts that seem to be fine with new
> and
> use the originals for spares.
>
> What am I missing that would be hard to get in back water USA (including
> Alaska), Canada or Mexico?
>
> Or do I have things I don't need?
>
> As Always ...... input appreciated.
>
> Happy Trails,
>
> Larry Chase
> 85 Westy "RoadHaus"
> 90 Westy Syncro ... Soon
> Mesa, AZ
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