Hello Listers, it's been a while. Zippy has survived yet another year with its original (rebuilt) engine in place, only to to start bleeding coolant at the first sign of cold weather. Guess that means a new AVP engine is in my near future. Any recommendations on good mechanics within a few hours of Washington DC would be much appreciated. I'm looking for someone to swap engines and do whatever work needs to be done to keep the van safe and healthy. Is there a 15 year check-up/replacement recommendation posted anywhere in the archives? I'm wondering about stuff that should be done (especially with the engine out) that may not be obvious at first glance (fuel lines, brake lines, etc.) Now for the tent. I picked one up this summer and, yes, it is the greatest thing since sliced bread. It made camping for a family of four a breeze (literally: sleeping with the side door open was great for hot nights.) It made camping in the rain fun and easy. The problem is that it is a '72 and just a bit too small for the vanagon. I m hoping to sell it to someone with the proper vehicle and get a modern tent as a replacement. The tent is a '72 driveaway, with floor. The condition is very good, but not collectable. All original poles (one shows a weld repair) The canvas is in good shape, no mildew or large holes. There are a few (maybe 10) small (1 inch or less) holes that the previous owner repaired neatly with iron-on patches. THe floor has one, I think, small tear covered with duct tape. The gasket is in excellent shape and held well on the gutter even during heavy rain. There is a small amount of tearing at each end of the gasket (less than an inch, pictures available). All the zippers work well and there are no tears in the screens. The original bag is gone. Jpegs available for serious buyers. This tent has been used, but not abused. I am asking $500 for it, not including shipping. Yeah I know it's a lot, but that's what I've got in it. If it does not sell by the spring, I will consider lowering the price. I am located in the Washington DC area. BTW, if any breadloaf driver out there has a modern tent that they want to trade, I'm totally up for that. Thanks for looking, Peter & ZIppy 301-933-2468 Please reply to Kroghphoto@aol.com , as I do not check this account much anymore. |
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