on 8/21/2000 1:44 PM, VW85Westy@aol.com at VW85Westy@aol.com wrote:

> Dave,
> Thanks for the thoughtful reply.  In normal circumstances, I would probably
> try to do it one at a time.  But this time, I will take it to jiffy lube and
> hand them the VW filter ($16 from dealer this morning, yikes!). My next order
> from the bus depot will include several of these.
> 
> Yes I have a bently, but would probably have a pro diagnose this, especially
> because I would hope to get an actual oil pressure reading done at the same
> time.
> 
> Will let you know.
> Peter

NNNOOOOOOO!!!!!! DO NOT�I repeat�do not take your beloved van to Jiffy Lube!
An oil change on a vanagon is incredibly simple and quick but you would not
believe the horror stories regarding outfits like these in the archives as
they relate to Vanagons. Stuff like not knowing how to get to the engine in
front, stripping the oil drain plug, bending doors because they forgot to
close it when it was lowered (remember Chris?!), thinking it only takes tree
quarts of oil. (If an outfit like this shorts everyone by 1/2 quart think
how much that would add to the profit margin in a years time) You hardly
have to crawl underneath to get to everything. Please, please do it
yourself.
Rant off.

Cheers,
Dave C.
Williamsburg, VA
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