Date:         Thu, 7 Apr 2016 17:23:38 -0400
Reply-To:     Dennis Haynes <d23haynes57@HOTMAIL.COM>
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From:         Dennis Haynes <d23haynes57@HOTMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Re: Replacement of coolant
Comments: To: Dennis Jowell <dennisjowell@GMAIL.COM>
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If you are referring to the kit to keep the hoses attached to the coolant
pipes don't bother. As much as I like many Go Westy products and designs
this is not a sound solution. Replace the coolant pipes with one of the
replacement alternatives and be done with it. Keep in mind that one of these
hose failures on the highway will mean some level of engine damage and if
really unlucky some possible cost for environmental or the vehicle behind
you clean up. With some care these pipes can be replaced without dropping
the fuel tank.

Dennis



-----Original Message-----
From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of
Dennis Jowell
Sent: Thursday, April 7, 2016 4:32 PM
To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
Subject: Replacement of coolant

I thought I would install GOWESTY' s coolant hose repair kit by myself
before we head out to Northwestern Canada in a few weeks.  Reading my
Bentley I got concerned on wether I can accomplish this work in the current
weather here in Vermont.
I work behind my barn, ground is somewhat still frozen /muddy so I can't
jack the our Westy up. This would make it a lot easier to install the kit.
When draining the coolant I didn't want to lose any on the pasture. Is there
a safe and easy way to do this. How can I be sure that no coolant will get
on the ground from me spilling it.
Any thoughts would be great and helpful.
I also have the GOWESTY bike pump for the coolant air problem and to check
for leaks which I have a small one at the rear heater. No surprise Thanks,

Dennis Jowell
Scotch Hollow Farm
Newbury, Vermont