In a message dated 2/17/03 11:01:56 AM, okartguy@HOTMAIL.COM writes: << I have NO experience with auto-trans buses, so I'm not sure what obtaining a new one/swapping it out will entail. Overall, it sounds like it might be a good deal, but I wanted to get some input from the list first. >> JJ, my man, I am not a Flatlander, so, I would NEVER run an auto van. That said, if the van is righteous, the price is right, buy it and apply the funds for the rebuilt auto to a stick shift conversion. There are enough junkers out there that you should be able to find all the necessary hardware with a single stop at a wrecking yard and, if needed, a rebuild for a 2WD X-axle is not too pricey. That is my opinion and you know what opinions are like. George |
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