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Subject:Engine box fire.
From:Andrew Dunn
Date:Fri, 14 Jan 2000 14:39:48 EST

I'm going to take a look at what would be a second Van for equipment and
around town hauling. Its an 85 'gl.  I called the dealer and he told me that
it had just caught on fire a day ago in the lot when moving it.  Apparently,
the "power steering" belt jammed came off, something or another, and created
a fire.  He says that it still runs(not quite as well) etc. and didn't blame
me if I did not want to look at it.  Anyway, anyone out there have any advice
on whether its worth taking a look.  I'm most worried about replacing,
expensiveplastic parts, and those lingering intolerable odors from
electrical/rubber fires.

Yours,
Andrew Dunn
89 gl

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