In a message dated 10/16/01 6:12:38 PM, Ari@OLTECO.COM writes:

<<  When fooling with a [D]VOM around **MY**
        Vanagon, I don't usually have a spool of wire available to
        connect between one of the handy grounds in the engine compartment
        and the battery post in the battery compartment >>

Forget about the spool of wire; you need to invest in a couple of patch
cords, they come in handy, especially on a Vanagon.

Rich