To amuse my friends I leave the battery indicator = LED on in my 85 Westy. The only time it is ever green is when it's = running. Two minutes with the interior light on, and its yellow. This hasn't = affected it's starting (afaik). I thought this was 'normal' but others have = that pleasant green light constantly. Any ideas what to check? = I've had the starter connections cleaned too but sometimes I have that slow = turnover problem still. I've noticed that a lot of 85's have the same = starter gremlins, is there something unique to this year in terms of charging/starters?

Also, my oil plug leaks. The PO had a spark = plug stuck in it (?!) which I've heard is the solution. It is not, as it = still leaks. What options do i have?

I am feeling particularly feisty (mechanically = speaking) this weekend as I've fixed some minor electrical problems with a 69 Type III notchback (automatic) that I salvaged from the crusher last year for = $100. I need a solution while I'm still in the 'zone'.

And for you Manitoba listees (that I can count on = one hand), it's time to take advantage of the beautiful fall colours and go = cruising. I'll bring munchies if someone brings their CAA card.