On Wed, Sep 30, 2009 at 4:02 PM, Dave Mcneely <mcneely4@cox.net> wrote: > On Wed, Sep 30, 2009 at 1:03 PM, neil N wrote: > > > Part of the reason I installed a "newer" engine was to reduce >> emissions. >> >> > Best part, in a way, was the the old engine saw new life in another >> Vanagon. >> >> Don't know if that owner installed a cat though.... :) >> > > So, you didn't really accomplish your purpose, in that the old engine is > still around, still emitting those noxious fumes. That's one thing the > cfc program did accomplish. The engines that were turned in got > trashed. > > However, if I do keep my camper (my wife really likes it), I'll think > about the frankenvan notion -- though not being a skilled mechanic > myself, that may make it even harder to get someone to work on it.
That's why I didn't consider anything other than a Boston Bob when I had to replace mine. It's hard enough finding mechanics on the road...
> But, > another bright side, maybe it will need less work ........... ? > Maybe. But maybe not.
Joy > > Dave Mc > |
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