Date: Thu, 8 Nov 2007 00:28:48 -0500
Reply-To: Kurt Camealy <camealy@CTSR.COM>
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From: Kurt Camealy <camealy@CTSR.COM>
Subject: Re: 87 Wolfsburg GL For Sale here first
In-Reply-To: <C35806A0.45EC4%camealy@ctsr.com>
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Also including the Roof Rack shown in one of the pictures. It is the
original Microbus rack with the feet stretched re-welded and painted to fit
a Vanagon.
Thanks,
Kurt
On 11/8/07 12:19 AM, "Kurt Camealy" <camealy@ctsr.com> wrote:
> I finally have some images up. The more recent images are inside a
> do-it-yourself car wash as it was the brightest area I could find with it
> getting this dark so early. The pictures are dark and shadowy. I can get
> better one's this weekend if need be during the middle of the day.
> When I wash it bits of the silver come right off the roof! A pressure
> washer would take it all off and leave the shiny factory paint.
> There are also a couple features I forgot to mention...
>
>
> -Amp under passenger seat
> -Hidden subwoofer under rear bench in custom MDF box for a well rounded
> sound system (combined with JL Audio's mentioned below)
> -Bulldog full remote start, keyless entry with two fobs. Full parking light
> flash, 15 minute timer, temperature activation of engine, etc. (yes I know
> you aren't supposed to remote start a stick)
> -Pair of factory shoulder belts. (one already installed for son's booster
> seat) other will be included
>
>
> http://web.mac.com/camealy/Site/VWPhotos.html
>
>
> On 11/7/07 7:39 AM, "Kurt Camealy" <camealy@CTSR.COM> wrote:
>
>> After over 20 years in my family, I am ending an era and finally selling
>> my 87 Vanagon here in Columbus Ohio. I plan on putting it on ebay, but
>> before I do I wanted to give the list first dibs. You all have been
>> great to me over the years!
>>
>>
>>
>> Specs-
>>
>>
>>
>> -214000 Single Owner Miles (most in Virginia, FL and GA)
>>
>> -Wolfsburg with fold down bed, table, jumpseats and all curtains in
>> great shape
>>
>> -Brand new full floor mat set from Bus Depot 6 months ago
>>
>> -Original Waterboxer fully rebuilt top and bottom end at 165K. Runs
>> strong. (well as strong as a 2.1 can)
>>
>> -Rebuilt AA Transaxle 4 speed installed at same time as engine rebuild.
>> (redline fluid installed)
>>
>> -South African VW 15 inch wheels and new 235/60 15 tires
>>
>> -Koni Red front and KYB rear shocks
>>
>> -Recent replaced rear brakes
>>
>> -Recently replaced full CV half shafts
>>
>> -Full front and rear bearing replacement within the last year
>>
>> -Complete front end job 2 years ago. All new bushings, ball joints,
>> drag links, tie rods.
>>
>> -Coolant flush and brake flush schedule fully followed
>>
>> -Mobile 1 15-50 for the entire life of the vehicle (except during engine
>> rebuild break in)
>>
>> -Addco upgraded front sway bar. (amazing handling when coupled with the
>> Koni Reds)
>>
>> -Original air conditioner that was still working as of last week. (it
>> is cold here in Ohio now)
>>
>> -Custom 100W Hello headlamp bulbs and relay bypass
>>
>> -Custom JL Audio speakers (hidden under original grills, can't see them
>> but sounds great)
>>
>> -Pioneer head unit with line in
>>
>> -Custom under jump seat tray 2000Watt Inverter
>>
>> -Custom Dual battery setup
>>
>> -Outside temperature monitor
>>
>> -VDO Oil Gauge seamlessly installed in front heater cover (almost looks
>> stock)
>>
>> -Recently replaced alternator
>>
>> -Power steering pump and rack replaced 2 years ago (no leaks!)
>>
>> -Reseal kit applied to fuel tank a year ago
>>
>> -Some new coolant hoses
>>
>> -Just replaced spark plugs with NGK Triple Ground standard copper
>>
>> -New coil, and OEM Bosch plug wires
>>
>> -Recently replaced distributor
>>
>> -Recently replace O2 Sensor (heated)
>>
>> -Recently replaced speedo cable
>>
>> -South African Hitch with 2 inch Ballmount
>>
>> -Upgraded brake lights
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> Now for complete disclosure, what I know could use some work.
>>
>>
>>
>> -Slight leak when pointed downhill from front windshield. (goes into
>> passenger floor matt) Has only happened once during a bad storm.
>>
>> -Top of vehicle was painted silver (when I lived in GA for heat reasons)
>> Some is starting to peal, but original Dark Grey Mettalic is underneath,
>> including clear coat. (reason why it is pealing, was taken for a ride
>> at the paint shop as they didn't sand)
>>
>> -If I start the vehicle for a few seconds and shut it off, I will get
>> one sticky lifter for little while. NEVER happens if I let it warm up
>> each time I start it, just a jaunt around the block and then park it
>> again.
>>
>> -There are a couple rust spots that have been treated with POR that
>> could be easily fully repaired.
>>
>> -Don't know how much life the original air conditioner could possibly
>> have left in it, considering this has to be an all time record. But it
>> kept my family ice cold this summer. I have to add a tiny bit of Freon
>> each year since it was new. Dealer originally told my family that we
>> should by an extended warranty from the 2 year 24K because the
>> compressors always die. What a laugh!
>>
>> -Fuel guage stopped responding, never worried about it because it was
>> never very accurate at low levels and odometer and trip meter work
>> great.
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> For more info, please send me an email at
>> kcamealy@computersitecolumbus.com
>>
>>
>>
>> I hope to have current pictures taken tonight when I get home from work.
>>
>>
>>
>> Thanks again!
>>
>>
>>
>> Kurt
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