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Date:         Fri, 25 Nov 2011 19:28:57 -0800
Reply-To:     Joe Fernandez <jfride@GMAIL.COM>
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         Joe Fernandez <jfride@GMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Re: Advice request; 1986 Vanagon automatic
Comments: To: Art <awa0330@gmail.com>
In-Reply-To:  <C14AC218F89D4FADABEE4F68837C02C5@Artwin>
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Hi Art- responses below. Good luck with the purchase, and if you give your location you may find some experienced eyes more than happy to help investigate potential candidates.

"It’s an automatic. should I run like hell? I haven’t found any serious warning signs on bogs or in research so far."

I had 3 manuals before the latest auto trans, and I was pleasantly surprised by the auto. My understanding is they're robust, simple units, so no need to run away. Some good discussion is here (bear in mind that other sources are less pessimistic about the longevity of the manual): http://www.gowesty.com/library_article.php?id=116

"Many recommend upgrading from 14” wheels & tires to larger. It’s a heck of an expense. Any thoughts?" If the tires are good (properly reinforced/rated and not too old) I wouldn't make the change. The vans perform acceptably with the stock wheel sizes IMHO.

Joe Cayucos, CA '90 Carat (auto) '86 Westy Weekender (manual)

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