Date:         Sat, 22 Jul 2006 09:37:59 -0600
Reply-To:     David Johnson <davidj@ELPASOTEL.NET>
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From:         David Johnson <davidj@ELPASOTEL.NET>
Subject:      Blue Midget Lives!
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So finally I got a good weather morning and time with help watching
the kids, and got under and into my '80 Westy.  Got the oil screen
pan sealed up sharp (using a torque wrench this time, so i didn't go
over 9lbs), filled her up with fresh synthetic blend 20/50, and then
worked on the connector for the AFC control unit.  Was able to work
the loose connector pin forward and gently crimp it in to place with
a hemostat.  It's a tad Mickey Mouse, perhaps, but better than
replacing the whole dang cable set, and the tip from Justin about the
way it sort of rocks into place got me running smooth and slick today.

I know it's probably silly to be excited over a stupid little repair
like this, but I am, and I am really glad to have Blue on the road
again.  We may yet at least get an over night trip before summer
officially ends.

Best to all on the list,
David.