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Date:         Sun, 16 Nov 2014 07:53:07 -0600
Reply-To:     mcneely4@COX.NET
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         Dave Mcneely <mcneely4@COX.NET>
Subject:      brake and clutch fluid reservoirs
In-Reply-To:  <GBKl1p00V08X5Fr01BKnNF>
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Someone on here recently asked what the brake and clutch fluid reservoirs on the Vanagon are, and someone else replied reminding us all of the location of the brake fluid reservoir.

Of course, for anyone who has ever owned any other vehicle, the location is truly odd. As one who is compulsive about checking fluid levels, especially when preparing to depart for an extended drive, the location is quite inconvenient. One might even say the location creates a safety hazard, as it makes it less likely that folks will check these fluids regularly.

Of course, others might say that so long as their is no operational problem, then why check them. But both these hydraulic systems can operate perfectly well while experiencing a slow leak. Then one day they fail as the level drops further.

Why are these tanks where they are?

David McNeely


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