Date:         Sun, 24 Apr 2011 19:34:34 -0700
Reply-To:     Richard Duvernay <richard.duvernay@SBCGLOBAL.NET>
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From:         Richard Duvernay <richard.duvernay@SBCGLOBAL.NET>
Subject:      Re: Fwd: Buying a Van - Parts in L.A.
Comments: To: Daniel Rotblatt <d.rotblatt@VERIZON.NET>
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Support the vendors mentioned !! They are good people and provide great 
service.  I've used them all and learned a lot in the process from the good 
people on this listserve.  Spread the wealth and you too will become enriched.  




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From: Daniel Rotblatt <d.rotblatt@VERIZON.NET>
To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
Sent: Sun, April 24, 2011 7:06:13 PM
Subject: Fwd: Buying a Van - Parts in L.A.

Well, I've got the van - already fixed a few little things, but I
need some parts.  The top hits of a google search and mention here
shows some internet sources:

Go Westy
BusDepot
Van Cafe
Van Again

I live in L.A. so I was wondering if there were any recommendations
in this area.  I did find one used parts place 1 1/2 miles from me:

Interstate Auto Dismantlers

Last question - does VW still make parts for these cars?  I get the
impression that they do, though I expect they are expensive.  Does VW
still service these cars - once more, I'm willing to do most
everything myself, but in a pinch could I stop at a VW dealership and
get the thing repaired or get parts?

Thanks,


Dan
L.A., CA
'85 Westy Weekender