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Subject:Re: Opinions on purchase
From:Stuart MacMillan
Date:Mon, 17 Jan 2000 09:45:15 -0800

If you are dead set on a Westy, and I understand that affliction, get
one and do what  I have done:  buy a complete used engine with all the
ancillaries from a list member who has done a conversion.  That way you
can do your own repairs by the "replacement" method very inexpensively.

Try to find one in good running condition you can get some miles out of,
but even a leaker could be rebuilt at your convenience and be ready to
drop in when something major goes wrong.  You will also have a complete
set of spares for virtually all of the engine components, including the
electronics.  I paid $800 for mine, well worth it.

That way your husband can get you back on the road in a day or two.
Just get an AAA premium membership so you can get towed home!

The one you are looking at has low miles and is probably a good risk.
How much and what kind of tranny does it have?
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Stuart MacMillan
Manager, Case Program
800-909-8244 ext 208

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