Hi folks,

     Bought an '84 Vanagon GL last week that's been sitting in the woods
     for the last 4 years in northern Ohio - for almost free.

     Bought all of the tune-up parts, and almost anything rubber (fuel
     lines, vacuum lines, new injector seals, etc.) I put a new battery in
     it last weekend and the electrical system works, the engine is not
     tied up, I plan on changing the oil & filter, draining the gas tank &
     fuel lines - also replacing the fuel filter & putting in fresh fuel,
     draining, and flushing & refilling the coolant system & checking for
     leaks. Spark plugs, rotor & cap will also be replaced and the timing
     reset (if it starts - which I'm confidant it will).

     I've worked on the VW air cooled engines for almost 20 years now but
     I'm new to the water cooled Wasserboxer engine. I love VW's so you
     can't frighten me away, but I will laugh at any humorous advice & take
     it that way. Some people do not understand, but I do.

     I am quite aware of the cylinder head corrossion/gasket problems, and
     in fact this van was parked for that very same reason. When I get it
     running I will assess how bad the leak is, and as to whether I will
     have it towed the 60 miles to home, or drive it (I have AAA Plus).

     Can anyone think of anything else I may have over-looked while gearing
     up to bring the girl back to life?

     Michael

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