I'm glad to be back on the list, here is the scoop on my 91 Vanagon Carat. On my way home from Virginia Beach, I threw a rod and blew a hole in my block (possible because I had a head gasket leak that I neglected ???). I towed the van to PA ($450 ouch) and saved my money. I bought a used block from a local listmember, and had a mechanic put on brand new heads,seals,gaskets......the works (Baum's in New Cumberland PA, excellent mechanic). As of a week ago I have been driving the van and all seems well. I have been checking the oil level and all fluid levels religiously. Anything else I should be doing to make sure everything is OK? I have a oil pressure kit from volks cafe lined up and will be installed hopefully next week. Thanks for your help in advance, its good to be back in the saddle again. |
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