It might be because the hot water valve is not closing all the way and that
can be because the control wire, near where it connects to the lever, is
bending instead of moving inside the cable housing. You can check this by
looking through the slots near the lever with a strong flashlight.
----- Original Message -----
From: Michael Blackburn <blackb@VISTO.COM>
To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
Sent: Monday, January 10, 2000 10:10 PM
Subject: Vanagon leaks heat...

>     I have had a problem with my 1984 Westy leaking heat
> out of the vents.
>
>     I have all of the controls set to off...   But, some
> heat still escapes.  It is not a big problem in the winter,
> but in the summer it can be unbearable in 90 degree
> temperatures. Also,
>
>     Has anyone had a similar problem or know of a
> solution.  Could it be as easy as just adjusting the flaps
> or replacing a seal?  I have been busy fixing other
> pressing problems till now, but I would like to fix it
> before warm weather sets in.
>
>
> TIA,
>
> Mike B
> '84 Westy "Sunshine"
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