On Tue, 18 Dec 2001 11:47:35 -0800, you wrote:

>Karl,
>Now, I know you are serious. But it gave me a belly laugh. I guess I need to
>learn how to do it just in case I run across a dealer mechanic who does not
>own a vanagon (like mine.) I just had mine replaced when I had my cooling
>pipes replaced (expensive job $650.00) I think a year from now I shall
>consult the archives and the list for a how to lesson on coolant replacement
>and learn how to do it myself.
>
I did my own just so I'd know what to expect in case of a sudden road side
emergency or something of the sort. I used Tom Carrington's web site info
for changing a water pump:
http://volksweb.relitech.com/19wpump.htm

Specifically step #10. It worked great and was easier than I thought it
would be.

Marty C.
85 GL